Private Noumea Turtle Tour: 4-hour Exclusive Water Taxi Ride Around the World's Largest Lagoon

Embark on a private 4-hour water taxi ride around the world’s largest lagoon and second largest great barrier reef. Swim with turtles and explore Signal Island’s natural beauty.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dal’Ocean Charter - • 10:20 AM: Depart from Port Brunelet-Gate E via water taxi. This tour is for individuals under 70 years old and in good physical health. The ride to the island is on an inflatable boat and can be quite bumpy.
    • 11:00 AM: Arrive at SIGNAL ISLAND

  • Signal Island - • From 11:00 AM to 1:50 PM: Enjoy the white sand beaches and swim with the turtles. Observe vibrant marine life along coral reefs with your equipment and guidance from your skipper (masks and snorkels can be provided if needed). To fully enjoy this excursion and increase your chances of seeing turtles, you should be an experienced swimmer (comfortable in the water and able to swim for extended periods). If not, you can still see colorful coral and fish.
    • 1:50 PM: Return to Noumea
    • 2:30 PM: Arrive back at the departure point

Snorkeling is available, and it’s recommended to bring your own gear. However, we can provide snorkeling equipment upon request.

What's Included
  • National Park fees included
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges covered
  • Professional driver/guide at your service
  • Complimentary use of snorkeling equipment
  • Convenient port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Enjoy a 4-hour private water taxi excursion on the world’s largest lagoon and the second largest great barrier reef, complete with a personal skipper. This private transfer ensures you won’t share the water taxi with other passengers. However, the water taxi will not stay with you; the private ride is only for the journey from Noumea to Signal Island and back.

Depart from Port Brunelet - Gate E to reach Signal Island. Away from the crowds, this is the best spot to snorkel and swim with turtles in their natural habitat, just 30 minutes from Noumea by our water taxi. You can relax on the stunning white sand beach, explore the historical trail around the island, and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery teeming with marine, bird, and animal life, including swimming with turtles.

This tour is reserved for individuals under 70 years old and in good physical condition. The ride to the island is on a physically demanding inflatable bumpy boat.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guid
  • Not recommended for participants greater than 70 years of age
  • Food and drinks not included in price
  • Please bring swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes
Location
10 Rue Tardy de Montravel
Rue Tardy de Montravel
Departure from Port Brunelet - gate E to SIGNAL ISLAND
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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E7142drdavidj
Dec 21, 2023
Great Experience - I HAVE DONE THIS TRIP TO SIGNAL ISLAND TWICE WITH DAL OCEAN FROM CRUISE SHIPS. THEY ARE GREAT. PROFESSIONAL AND HELPFUL. THEY PROVIDE A GREAT EXPERIENCE. TURTLES BOTH TIMES. KIDS LOVE THIS TRIP. THANKS AGAIN TO THE DAL OCEAN TEAM.
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Almarty
Jul 2, 2022
Set sail for a wonderful day exploring the crystal water and reefs - Wonderful experience, relaxing, snorkelling, sunshine and expertly skippered Catamaran. We brought our own food/drink but you could easily have lunch at Escapade Island as a brief stop. Best part of our time in New Caledonia. Highly recommended!
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Highseascruising
Apr 4, 2019
Fabulous day out to Laregnere island - We had a group of 14 we hired a private catamaran from Noumea to Laregnere island our captain was Remy. We all had the best day out and swam with Turtles. I booked from Sydney before leaving Frederic made it all very easy and Dalocean was easy to find once we where off the bus from cruise. Would definitely book this again on next visit to Noumea
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Helen
Dec 9, 2018
My families turtle experience - What can I say the whole trip was awesome from start till finish, I was a bit sceptical by all the comments saying how good it was , but I can assure everyone that it was the most spectacular experience of my life to swim so close to the amazing creatures, my whole family have said to me that it was the hi light of our vacation and we would love to do it again if we can. Would definitely recommend this tour to everybody.
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Rachellg8825mt
Jul 30, 2018
Amazing Day Out - This was the highlight of our tour and exceeded our expectations. Would definitely recommend to others.
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Jane
Jul 5, 2018
deserted Island bliss - Our family of 7 had an amazing day with Remy our able and friendly captain. We went to two islands (including Signal Island) and had both totally to ourselves- a real gift. Although the facilities are basic (dry toilet only on one island and picnic tables) we took our lunch (as advised) and drinks and were all very happy. Swimming with the turtles and reef sharks was a highlight on this never to be forgotten trip. ride back to shore was a bit rough...got wet, laughed a lot- we are all good sailors and liked the exciting ride so no problems for us.
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Rodcatz
Mar 25, 2024
Disappointed - 7 years ago I booked a private tour after arriving on a cruise with Dal Ocean Charter and it was amazing (see previous review). Had such a great time and when we were coming back I contacted Frederic to go on the tour again. This time I was told the private tour with food and guide was unavailable but he did have a private water taxi tour for 1-11 people to signal island. In reality it was 60 people across 5 boats all dropped on Signal Island with another tour company dropping off about the same and the exact opposite of what experience we were looking for. If you use words “private water taxi” it should mean “private”
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