Aquarium des lagons, Public aquarium in Noumea, New Caledonia, France.
Aquarium des Lagons is a marine facility in Nouméa housing over 200 species of fish, turtles, and other sea creatures from New Caledonian waters. The tanks display animals collected from the reefs and lagoons surrounding the island.
The facility began in 1998 as a research and conservation center focused on studying the marine ecosystems of New Caledonian lagoons. It has evolved as a place where scientists continue to work on understanding and protecting these waters.
The aquarium reflects how deeply the lagoon shapes life in Nouméa, displaying creatures that locals encounter in their daily routines around these waters. It highlights why protecting this underwater world matters to people who call the island home.
The location is walkable from Nouméa's center, making it easy to reach without a car. Weekday visits tend to feel less crowded than weekends, giving you more time to observe the tanks.
The facility offers observation points where visitors can watch specific behaviors and interactions between animals in ways that might otherwise go unnoticed. These vantage points reveal details of how creatures interact during feeding and social moments.
Location: Nouméa
Address: 61, BP 8185 Promenade Roger Laroque, Nouméa 98807, New Caledonia
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 13:00-18:00; Saturday-Sunday 09:00-18:00
Phone: +68726.27.31
Website: http://aquarium.nc
GPS coordinates: -22.30255,166.43814
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
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