White sandy beaches, turquoise-blue lagoons and rainforests are what makes this beautiful island so special (70 km South East of Grande Terre) . Remnants of a 4,000-year-old settlement were discovered here. In the 19th century it served as a prison colony; today, all that remains of the prison is the ruins. Daytrips from Nouméa to Vao, the largest city on Ile des Pins, are hugely popular among tourists.
