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A four-hour water taxi excursion takes you from Noumea to Signal Island, where you can swim alongside turtles in a relatively untouched lagoon. Pickup is directly from the cruise ship terminal, allowing for a seamless start to your adventure.
This tour is tailored for those under 70 years old and in good physical condition, as you’ll experience a physical ride in an inflatable boat. Once at the island, snorkelling is done independently with basic instructions from the skipper. Ensure you're prepared with your own snorkelling gear and drinks, as food and drinks are not provided on this trip.
Reviews
Snorkelling on the island was enjoyable, but I was let down by others standing on the reef without reprimand despite warnings against it. I also noted that our 9am departure was shifted to 9:30am, and we returned at 12:10pm, which meant we didn't truly have a 4-hour tour.
The tour was well-organized and easy to find, with a fun boat transfer to a small uninhabited island featuring a protected offshore reef. Snorkeling gear was provided, and the water was pristine with plenty of colorful fish. We were fortunate enough to spot two turtles, a sea snake, and some sea cucumbers. I highly recommend this experience to nature enthusiasts.
The experience matched the description perfectly. Despite the rainy and unpleasant weather, it didn't affect our enjoyment. Just be aware that the island lacks food, drinks, and restrooms. The people were wonderful, and we encountered numerous turtles. I highly recommend this activity.
The reef is largely lifeless and damaged due to excessive activity. We spotted a few sea turtles, a sea snake, and some fish. The "guide," who mainly distributed the equipment, was not friendly or particularly helpful in guiding us through the reef.
We arrived in Noumea via cruise ship and took a straightforward shuttle bus to the main tourist port, where check-in for our tour was a breeze. While waiting for our time slot, we enjoyed exploring the local market upstairs. The water taxi ride to Signal Island was very quick. The skipper briefed us on the island's rules and made sure we were safe. We had a great time snorkelling beyond the jetty in deeper waters, and a walk around the island was quite calming. It would be wonderful if more shade shelters could be added to blend with the environment. The only downside was that we couldn't adjust our return time slot to extend our snorkelling experience. I highly recommend this tour.
The water was stunning, but the snorkeling experience was lacking with not much to see underwater. Getting on and off the boat was challenging and felt unsafe. It would be helpful to have an extra person to assist with this.
The snorkeling experience was enjoyable. We encountered a turtle and a sea snake, but the visibility in the water was poor on our trip. The water taxi service was commendable.
This was a fantastic experience that I would strongly recommend.
What a fantastic experience! Our 8-year-old is crazy about turtles and had previously been disappointed while snorkeling. This time, he encountered 12 turtles, and the snorkeling was ideal for him and his 6-year-old brother. We got to interact closely with the wild turtles, which was magnificent. The tour operators were professional and friendly, enhancing our overall experience. I highly recommend this tour, as we had an unforgettable time.
The ride on the small water taxi was lovely, and the island itself was charming and rustic. Although the snorkeling was fair to good due to wave action and murky waters near the shore, it got much clearer further out. The water taxi leaves you at the island and returns at the scheduled time.
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