Îlot Signal Marine Reserve
Îlot Signal
An uninhabited island in the lagoon west of Nouméa, inside a marine protected area with an underwater snorkeling trail, dense sea turtles and fish, and few visitors.
Îlot Signal is a small coral island in the lagoon about 18 km west of Nouméa. It was named after a signal station that once reported ships to the port, and today it is a marine protected area and seabird habitat. An underwater snorkeling trail circles the island. The coral is in good condition, and sea turtles, parrotfish and rays are common. Visitor numbers are far lower than at Amédée Island and Duck Island. The island has no shops or restaurants, so you need to join a boat tour or charter a boat to get there (about 30–40 minutes). Bring your own water, food and sun protection, and take all rubbish with you. Remains of the old signal station can still be seen on the island.
Opening hours
Daytime (with boat tours)
Nearby sights
- Kuendu Beach
- Nouville Penal Colony Site
- Îlot Maître
- Îlot Canard (Duck Island)
- Maritime Museum of New Caledonia
- Baie des Citrons
- Aquarium des Lagons
- Port Moselle Market