Destination weddings · New Caledonia
Island weddings in New Caledonia, planned by an Australian team that flies over to be with you on the day.
Turquoise lagoons, white sand and a little French flair, only about three hours from home. We plan New Caledonia weddings from Australia, look after the local details, and travel over so your day runs beautifully.
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An Australian planner you meet at home, who flies over for your wedding.
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Trusted local venues and suppliers across Nouméa and the islands.
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Help with the French paperwork, travel, accommodation and guests.
One Australian planner, a trusted local team, and support from first chat to final dance.
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We plan with you at home, in person or online, in English, on Australian time.
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Regular video catch-ups and unlimited WhatsApp messages, so you’re never left waiting.
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Recommendations for venues, resorts and guest accommodation that suit your style and budget.
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We book and manage trusted local florists, photographers, celebrants and more, and handle the French.
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Guidance on a legal or symbolic ceremony, and what each one involves for Australian couples.
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Your planner travels to New Caledonia to coordinate everything on site, so you can be present.
Where to marry
From resort weddings in Nouméa to barefoot ceremonies on the islands. We help you choose the place that suits your guests, your budget and your style.
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The capital, with beachfront hotels and resorts around Anse Vata and the widest choice of venues and guest accommodation.
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White sand, turquoise water and towering pines. A favourite for intimate, barefoot island ceremonies.
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A remote atoll with long, quiet beaches and a small, exclusive resort feel. Ideal for elopements.
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Cliffs, clear water and beautiful beaches in the Loyalty Islands, for something truly away from it all.
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Resort weddings set within the lagoon landscape, with room for guests to stay on site.
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Small islands a short boat ride from Nouméa, for overwater views and a private, holiday feel.
Choosing your date
New Caledonia has a warm, dry season and a hot, wet season. Your date shapes your venue, your styling and your weather plan, so it’s one of the first things we talk through.
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Warm, sunny and lower humidity, with little rain. The most popular time for outdoor ceremonies, so book early.
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Slightly cooler days, warm water and lush landscapes. Whale season begins in the southern lagoon from around June.
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Roughly November to April. Cyclone risk is highest from January to March, so we recommend avoiding outdoor celebrations then.
Your ceremony
Held at the local town hall (mairie), under French law. At least one partner must reside in that municipality, documents must be translated into French and certified, and banns are published before the wedding.
Possible, but it needs time and careful planning.
The option many Australian couples choose. You sign the legal paperwork in Australia, then celebrate with a beautiful ceremony, vows and your guests in New Caledonia.
All the romance, none of the French paperwork stress.
How it works
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Download our Information Pack and choose the planning, styling and coordination you need.
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We plan together from Australia, with Zoom catch-ups and WhatsApp support.
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Venue, local suppliers, paperwork guidance and guest travel, all coordinated for you.
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We’re on site for your wedding, so the day runs smoothly and you can enjoy it.
Is this you?
No set packages
Every New Caledonia wedding is different, so we don’t sell fixed packages. Download our Information Pack, choose the planning, styling and coordination you need, and we’ll build your quote. A travel fee applies for your planner to fly over and be with you on the day.
Robynn & Johnathan
“Being from outside of the country, I was grateful that my planner was always on top of things and super responsive. All of my guests were raving about how carefully, thoughtfully and uniquely planned my wedding was!”
Planned from overseas
A legal civil ceremony is possible, but it must be held at the town hall (mairie) where at least one partner resides, with documents translated into French and certified, and banns published beforehand. Because of this, many Australian couples sign the legal paperwork at home and have a symbolic ceremony in New Caledonia. We’ll talk you through both options.
A symbolic ceremony looks and feels like any other wedding, with vows, a celebrant, rings and your guests, but it isn’t the legal part. You complete the legal marriage separately, usually in Australia, before or after the trip.
October and November are the most popular months, with warm, sunny weather and less rain. April to June is slightly cooler and lush. The wet season runs roughly November to April, and cyclone risk is highest from January to March.
Direct flights from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne to Nouméa take around three to three and a half hours, which makes it an easy trip for guests.
Australian passport holders can generally visit visa-free for short stays. Check the latest entry rules and travel advice on Smartraveller before you book.
Yes. We plan with you from Australia, then your planner travels to New Caledonia to coordinate everything on the day. A travel fee applies for your planner.
We no longer offer set packages. Instead, every wedding is quoted around what you need, using our Information Pack. That way you only pay for the support you want.
Of course. We can recommend accommodation, help with guest travel notes, and plan welcome drinks or a recovery day so everyone enjoys the trip.
Nouméa · Isle of Pines · Ouvéa · Lifou
Tell us your dream island and rough date. We’ll help with the rest.
