Koné
Capital of the Northern Province and a hub for ranching and nickel mining on the west coast, with an airport, hotels and supermarkets. A base for visiting Voh's heart and the north.
Koné is the capital of New Caledonia's Northern Province and the center of the VKP (Voh–Koné–Pouembout) region. Its development has been rapid thanks to the nearby Koniambo nickel smelter. The town has provincial government offices, a cultural center, supermarkets, restaurants and several hotels, making it the most convenient place to stay on the northern stretch of the west coast. The airport has flights to Nouméa, and it is one of the main departure points for heart-shaped mangrove scenic flights. The surrounding area of open pastures and savanna offers a taste of cowboy culture. The drive from Nouméa takes about 3.5–4 hours.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Plage de Foué
- Pouembout Cattle Country & Horse Riding
- Voh Village & Écomusée
- Mont Katépahié Heart of Voh Lookout
- Gatope Peninsula & Islet
- Blue Hole of Voh (Gatope Reef)
- Heart of Voh
- Pindaï Peninsula Dry Forest