Kanak independentists are very active and sometimes violent.  they have been known to throw cow carcasses into the harbor in Canala to prevent access to the town.  From Canala, bands of activists regularly infiltrate and agitate the surrounding areas, particularly around Mont D’or.  During our stay, activists regularly blocked the main road and several times attacked the regular police force and even took aim at the firefighters!  Here are the stops you DON’T want to make:  Canala and Kouaoua

Clam Spot - no locals to speak of - desolate fishing camps

Kanak independentists are very active and sometimes violent.  they have been known to throw cow carcasses into the harbor in Canala to prevent access to the town.  From Canala, bands of activists regularly infiltrate and agitate the surrounding areas, particularly around Mont D’or.  During our stay, activists regularly blocked the main road and several times attacked the regular police force and even took aim at the firefighters!  Here are the stops you DON’T want to make:  Canala and Kouaoua

Marina looked a little sleepy

Quite anchorage across from port and nickel factories - well marked channel to enter - range finders - break up the journey

Hienghene got our attention, steals your heart, and I actually went on a 3-hour walk in the hills. 
It’s a MUST !!!

Awesome spot - meet the locals - this is core Kanak Culture !

If you take time to read the   history you will always remember and be touched by Hienghene.