Kanbakan

Kanbakan is a mountain summit in New Caledonia rising 242 meters above sea level. The peak features natural rock formations and native vegetation typical of the island's highland regions.

The summit served local communities for generations as a geographic reference point across the island landscape. Its position played an important role in navigating through the surrounding terrain.

The summit serves as a meeting point where residents gather during traditional ceremonies, integrating natural landmarks into community practices.

The summit is reachable through marked trails from a nearby parking area, with the ascent taking about two hours at a moderate pace. Weather conditions can change, so appropriate gear is advisable.

The summit location at latitude -22.1 and longitude 166.345 provides specific views of both inland territories and coastal areas of New Caledonia.

Location: New Caledonia

Elevation above the sea: 242 m

GPS coordinates: -22.10000,166.34500

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:24