Port: Noumea
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Noumea
Capital of the French territory New Celedonia, Noumea played an important role in World War II, serving as the headquarters of the United States military in the Pacific. It boasts the most sunshine of any Pacific island capital, and is also the most European-influenced. Called “The Paris of the Pacific,” it features fine French dining, designer boutiques, and cosmopolitan residents. Just off the coast, the longest barrier reef in the world shelters 350 species of coral and 1,500 species of fish.
The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.
Indulge your senses with the exotic sites, flavors and culture of Noumea during this delightful cruise to Amedee Lighthouse Island.
Depart the pier aboard the Mary D. Dolphin, Noumea's newest, biggest and most luxurious high-speed ferry, for a relaxing cruise to Amedee Lighthouse Island. A naturally-protected marine park, this idyllic island is highlighted by crystal-clear waters and a beautiful white-sand beach. En route, you will be served an espresso, a cappuccino or fresh drink from the full-service bar as you ride in comfortable lounge seating on the air-conditioned main deck.
Upon arrival at Amedee Lighthouse Island, you will be greeted with a welcome drink and begin your scenic tour. Along the way, you will visit Amedee's post office, the world's smallest, and view its special official cancellation stamp. You will then take a glass-bottomed boat ride out to the reef to feed the sharks, and watch coconut tree-climbing and sarong-tying demonstrations.
Next, you will be served an exotic buffet lunch, and be entertained by an island dance show featuring the fire dance and tamoure; a dance performed by beautiful island girls.
Following your visit, you will embark the ferry for the return ride to the pier.
Please note: Although snorkeling equipment is not included, it may be rented on the island for guests who do not bring their own equipment from the ship. Please wear a swimsuit under a cover-up, and bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a towel from the ship. Guests must be at least 21 years of age to be served alcoholic beverages.
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Terms & Conditions:
Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the 
above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.