Port of Touho

The Port of Touho is located on the scenic northeast coast of Grande Terre, serving as a vital hub for regional commerce. Its sheltered position provides a safe anchorage for coastal vessels that deliver essential goods to the isolated communities of the northern region. Beyond its commercial role, the port is the beating heart of the local fishing industry; daily, small boats return to the quay with fresh catches that are often traded directly on the waterfront. A key feature of the port's infrastructure is its small shipyard, which provides boat maintenance and repair services, making it an indispensable technical resource for the entire northeast coastline. For travelers, Touho often serves as the primary gateway for boat excursions into the nearby lagoons, which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage area. The relaxed yet industrious atmosphere on the docks, combined with the bustle of local fishermen, features an authentic glimpse into the maritime daily life and economic resilience of New Caledonia's coastal regions.

Nearby cities

Dumbéa

Dumbéa is a rapidly growing suburb of Nouméa and part of the Great Nouméa metropolitan area.

Kone Economic Pole

Kone has developed into the primary economic hub of the North Province.

Koné

Koné is the capital of the North Province and a vital center for the nickel industry in the north.

Thio

Thio is considered the cradle of nickel mining in New Caledonia, located on the southeast coast.

Païta Pioneer District

Païta is known for its history as the first major settlement outside Nouméa.

Païta

Païta is located west of Nouméa and hosts the territory's primary international airport.

Koumac

Koumac is a key service center in the far north of the main island, Grande Terre.

Koumac Old Village

A historic mining and agricultural center in the north.

Kouaoua

Kouaoua is a mining town on the east coast famous for having one of the world's longest conveyor belts.

Houaïlou

Houaïlou is a town on the east coast known for its lychee cultivation and mining tradition.

Poindimié

Poindimié is the most important economic and administrative center on the northeast coast of the main island.

Canala

Canala is a historical center of nickel mining on the east coast of New Caledonia.

Pouembout

Pouembout is a growing town in the North Province, closely linked to the development of Koné.

Voh

Voh is a northern commune world-famous for a natural heart shape within its mangroves.

Voh Pioneer History

Famous for the 'Heart of Voh', the commune also has a rich history of coffee farming and early European settlement.

History & landmarks

Koné City Hall

The city hall of Koné is the administrative center of the North Province of New Caledonia.

Nature

Poindimié Marine Reserve

A protected area on the east coast known for its intact coral walls and high density of macro marine life.

More places

Ducos

Ducos is the primary industrial and commercial zone of Nouméa, located on its own peninsula.

Ouvéa

Ouvéa is a stunning coral atoll in the Loyalty Islands featuring a 25-kilometer long sandy beach.

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Tyé Mission Church

The Tyé mission near Poindimié was a significant Catholic institution for the evangelization of the central coast.