20의 야테가지 명소 & 주요 장소

The Caledonian petroglyphs along this river must be understood within a larger framework than that of New Caledonia. They are certainly the work of the ancestors of the current Kanaks, but they result from cultural exchanges between islands and archipelagos. The human history of the settlement of Melanesia and Polynesia is spread over more than 3,000 years, and is therefore very complex.

The muleteers' hut is a bit like its predecessors: huts without doors and close to a stream. It has toilets, a water point and pitches for camping. The nature around is remarkable. You may have the opportunity to see beautiful orchids, as well as giant kaori trees.

A series of 4 waterfalls can be found on this small unnamed stream. The path that leads to it is called a slippery path. So be careful! Especially since you are in the Forest of Electrics. If you are lucky, you can see the bird symbol of New Caledonia: the Cagou. This shy bird walks while looking for prey on the ground.

on this park which covers 9,045 hectares, an average of 3 meters of rain falls per year. It protects a tropical rainforest of great variety. You will find on these paths, in addition to the wonderful views of the Yaté dam lake, impressive trees such as kaori and araucaria, but also spectacular tree ferns. There are also beautiful endemic orchids. It looks like Jurassic Park! Fortunately no more risks: the dinosaurs have disappeared. The vegetation remained.

La Cabane à Gil indicates the ford to cross over the Petite Rivière Bleue. Be extremely careful in case of rain! Very shortly after crossing the river, you will find on your right a mound and an old camp called "camp of thermal waters". A few graves of former convicts are still visible in situ.