Hidden Gems Of Oceania: Everyone wants a beach escape for their holidays, but you don’t know where to go? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Oceania is a large geographics starting from southeast asia to the americas.
But, this ocean has kept many secrets hidden from us. Today, in this segment of our travelling blogs we will discuss those hidden gems. So, without any delay let’s start our today’s segment “ The 10 Hidden Gems Of Oceania ”.
1. Niue (The “Rock of Polynesia”)
This is an autonomous island nation, and it has one of the largest elevated coral atolls on the planet which offer the visitors an exclusive landscape.
Well known because of its rocky coast, beautiful limestone caves like the Ana Kakenga with its two windows to the sea and the crystal clear water which is perfect when one wants to do snorkeling or even diving practices.
2. Taveuni, Fiji
Fiji is an exclusive destination yet Taveuni or the Garden Island is a tropical paradise that is green and pristine.
The natural swimming pools, some of the world’s best snorkeling and diving sites, and the presence of hidden waterfalls such as Tavoro Falls, among many others, make it a haven to nature lovers.
3. The Solomon Islands
Serious divers and history buffs have got their dream in the Solomon Islands. The archipelago has some of the best diving locations, especially in the area of its many WWII wrecks that can be found at the bottom.
4. Vanuatu
Vanuatu is an island state made of 83 islands and is known to possess volcanic mountains. Climb Mount Yasur on Tanna Island to get the thrilling experience of active volcanoes erupting, or explore unsullied white shores of Champagne Beach at Espiritu Santo.
The variety of the effects of the Melansian, French and English influence produces a unique appeal in Vanuatu that is an exciting cultural experience.
5. Cook Islands (Beyond Rarotonga)
Although the Cook Islands are the most famous at the Rarotonga, take a step deeper north and into the Northern Atolls to experience an even more remote experience.
The islands like Pukapuka ( or the Land of Beautiful Girls ) are too distant and they are virtually non touristy. Picture the soft white sand beaches, transparent lagoons and the choice of being able to connect with the traditional life of the Polynesians.
6. Tuvalu
Tuvalu, comprising nine coral atolls and islands is one of the least visited nations of the world. It is remote to the point that the beaches are never congested and it is so peaceful.
Venture into Funafuti Conservation Area, where much of the life in the sea can be found, or, enjoy the break inside a hammock, at the seaside. It is one of those low lying countries and it is a must see before sea level might rise.
7. Uoleva Island, Tonga
Being less touristy than Fiji, in general, Tonga provides really untouched experiences. The island of Uoleva, which forms part of the Ha’apai group, is an idyllic island with crystal clear water of aquamarine color and picturesque white sand beaches.
8. The Chatham Islands, New Zealand
The Chatham Islands are a wild archipelago that are located approximately 800 kilometers east of the South Island of New Zealand and are present within some of the purest and untouched regions of the nation.
9. Mare, New Caledonia
New Caledonia is famous with its gigantic lagoon, classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO, something unique though is available in the island of Mare.
This exotic territory full of steep limestone cliffs, natural swimming holes dug out of the rock and the traditional Kanak villages, Mare is an insight into the true spirit of the New Caledonian culture and wild natural beauty.
10. Kosrae, Micronesia
Kosrae in Micronesia is rich, one of the hidden gems of oceania and volcanic with unspoiled rainforests, old settlements such as Lelu Stone Ruins, and are home to the beautiful coral reefs which are often overshadowed by its more well known neighbors.
