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* The Linderalique rocks are a very spectacular limestone formation just south of Hienghene.  The surrounding waters appear to be an ideal area to explore by kayak or dinghy.
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The Linderalique rocks are a very spectacular limestone formation just south of Hienghene.  The surrounding waters appear to be an ideal area to explore by kyak or dinghy.
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Revision as of 07:33, 24 June 2011

Hienghene, New Caledonia

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20°41.25′S, 164°56.96′E
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Overview

Hienghene is a small, stunningly scenic, town on the NE coast of Grande Terre. It offers a small supermarket, pharmacy, laundromat, hospital, gendarmarie and an excellent local market.

The waterfront was set up to host passengers from cruise liners (which would anchor out in the bay), but this appears to be not happening at the moment. There is a good tourist information centre by the edge of the river. The small marina is administered from this centre.

The Centre Culturel Goa Ma Bwarhat is well worth a visit for an insight into Kanak culture. It also offers internet access.

Cruising the region

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Local Weather

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Charts

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Radio Nets

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Approach and Navigation

Approaching Hienghene from seaward, it should be noted that the barrier reef lies up to 12 NM from the land. Passes are wide and clearly charted, but are neither marked nor lit. Note that Hienghene is not a Port of Entry, but could be used as a jump off point or return point for a visit to the Loyalty Islands for vessels that have already cleared Customs.

Approaching for the NW or SE inside the reef is straight forward. All dangers are well charted and dangers near the edge of the shipping channel are well marked.

The entrance to the Baie De Hienghene between Ilot Nindio (The Sphinx) and Les Tours de Notre Dame (The Hen) is clear of dangers. A set of lead markers (white triangles) defines a clear track into the bay.

Vessels with a draft of more than 2 metres are likely to have problems with the entrance to the Hienghene River. In mid 2010, it was possible for a vessel drawing 1.7 m to enter a couple of hours before high tide, but the channel is narrow and requires care, despite the markers bouys. The entrance to the river channel is under the Belvedere (lookout). There is a very shallow sandbar (often breaking) to the west of the entrance. Follow the markers into the town. Anchoring is not permitted in the river (according to the Tourist Information Centre in 2010) and so you must use the marina.


Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)

Not applicable

Offshore Islands and Groups

List Islands

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

There is a small, modern marina on the waterfront of Hienghene. It is administered by the staff of the Tourist Centre immediately behind the marina. The floating finger piers are quite short, so that boats more than about 10 metres long may feel a bit insecure in strong winds. Staff in the Tourist Centre advised that it was forbidden to anchor in the river, so the marina is the only option.

The marina has water and showers and is in the centre of the town, close to nearly all the businesses.

In 2010, a 12metre boat was charged 5700 cfp for two nights (including the separate fee for access to water). This made it the most expensive marina in New Caledonia.


Anchorages

Anchorage is possible in the Baie De Hienghene, except in northerly weather. A sand and mud bottom provides good anchorage in the lee of the Hen below the Lookout. This anchorage provides an excellent base from which to explore the Hen and its surroundings by dinghy.


Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

None

Repairs/Yards

None

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel
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Water
water notes
Electricity
electricity notes

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

  • The Centre Culturel Goa Ma Bwarhat is directly across the river from the marina and there is a small dinghy dock. The centre provides an insight into the Kanak lifestyle and history.
  • The Linderalique rocks are a very spectacular limestone formation just south of Hienghene. The surrounding waters appear to be an ideal area to explore by kayak or dinghy.

Grocery & Supply Stores

There is a small grocery store at the eastern end of the bridge across the river, a short walk from the marina.

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Internet access was available at the Centre Culturel Goa Ma Bwarhat in 2010.

Laundry

There is a laundromat in the commercial complex across the road from the marina

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

There are some bins in the vicinity of the Tourism Centre

Transportation

Transportation (local and/or international)

Routes/Passages To/From

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

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External Links

Links to relevant websites.

References & Publications

Publications, Guides, etc.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

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