Lifou

New Caledonia

Lifou is the largest of the Loyalty Islands of New Caledonia, a French territory in the South Pacific. A raised coral atoll, its cliffs rise above the famous Baie de Santal and Baie de Jinek. Strongly Kanak in culture, attractions include snorkeling in the coral-rich bays, vanilla plantations, the chapel of Notre Dame de Lourdes on the headland, the village markets and tribal life, and the dramatic coastline of cliffs, caves, and white sand beaches.