⚠️ Timetables, opening hours, prices and access conditions may change without notice, for reasons beyond our control (season, weather, decisions by operators, venues or local authorities). Before every trip, check the information with the relevant authorities and service providers.
Getting around the island: local hire firms and transfers
On the Isle of Pines, vehicles are hired directly from local companies that meet arrivals at the aerodrome and the Kuto wharf; you can also hire a scooter or book accommodation shuttles and transfers with local operators. Prices and conditions may change independently of Dem-Tukki: check them with the providers before every departure.
Partner link: if you book through this link, Dem-Tukki earns a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Local hire company: small cars, pick-ups, 7-seater SUVs and 8-seater minibuses, unlimited mileage; transfers and excursions through Edmond Transport.
Official websitenouvellecaledonie.travel→Peugeot 208 hire by the day or longer, airport-hotel transfers and passenger transport anywhere on the island.
Official websitekunie-car.com→Transfers from the aerodrome and wharf to hotels, full-day island tours, pirogue trips in Upi Bay and car hire; fleet of 4 to 55 seats.
Official websitekuu-oro-ile-des-pins.nc→High-speed ship linking Nouméa with the Isle of Pines in about 2 h 30; the Seabreeze II sometimes replaces the Betico 2 during technical stoppages.
Official websitebetico.nc→Domestic airline: flights of about 40 min from Nouméa-La Tontouta (Magenta dropped in March 2026); the company is in receivership, so check timetables.
Official websiteair-caledonie.nc→