Great Ferns Park
Natural Monument
· New Caledonia
· 446 m
Discover the native species living in this park in the “Green Station” of Farino!
The must-see Parc des Grandes Fougères covers more than 4,500 hectares of tropical rainforest with a rich, biodiverse ecosystem. The aim of the park is to protect this exceptional natural environment, which is home to many typical native flora and fauna. Here, the tree fern reigns supreme. Many New Caledonian birds can also been heard and seen if you keep your ears and eyes open, including imperial pigeons, kagus, green pigeons and New Caledonian warblers.
Regular events, guided tours of medicinal plants, bird watching, sylvotherapy, hiking and horse riding are just some of the activities you can enjoy here.
The famous Heart of Farino is located in the park, at the bend of a river that crosses this unique site. Situated at the crossroads of Farino, Moindou and Sarraméa, it contains a wealth of nature typical of this exciting and welcoming region.
Regular events, guided tours of medicinal plants, bird watching, sylvotherapy, hiking and horse riding are just some of the activities you can enjoy here.
The famous Heart of Farino is located in the park, at the bend of a river that crosses this unique site. Situated at the crossroads of Farino, Moindou and Sarraméa, it contains a wealth of nature typical of this exciting and welcoming region.
Opens
Every day throughout the year between 7.30 am and 5.30 pm.Closed on Monday.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st and December 25th.
Subject to favorable weather.
Price:
Adult: 400 XPFChild (6-17 years): 200 XPF
Group adults: 300 XPF (per person).
Free entry for children < 6 years, disabled people.
Group rate available for > 10 people.
Coordinates
DD
-21.627850, 165.762104
DMS
21°37'40.3"S 165°45'43.6"E
UTM
58K 578870 7608170
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Bike Riding
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Mountain Bike Panoramic Trail - Great Ferns Park
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Difficulty
difficult
Distance
16.8 km
Duration
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Ascent
711 m
Descent
711 m
Mountain bike track in the Parc des Grandes Fougères.
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Mountain Bike Panoramic Trail (with extension by Ravaux pass) - Great Ferns Park
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Distance
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Duration
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Ascent
745 m
Descent
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A very difficult trail with magnificent views of the range and the lagoon that will lead you to the Houé baths for a well-deserved refreshing stop.
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Mountain Bike Trail Grand Kaori - Great Ferns Park
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Descent
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Mountain Bike track in the Parc des Grandes Fougères.
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Bike Riding
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Moutain Bike Trail Grand Kaori (with extension) - Great Ferns Park
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Distance
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Descent
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Mountain bike track in the Parc des Grandes Fougères
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Hiking route
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Pedestrian path of the Great Kaori with extension
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Difficulty
easy
Distance
11.9 km
Duration
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Ascent
586 m
Descent
589 m
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Panoramic pedestrian path
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Difficulty
difficult
Distance
17.2 km
Duration
6:30 h
Ascent
780 m
Descent
783 m
The famous heart of Farino is accessible from this trail. Also enjoy the breathtaking views.
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Great Ferns Park
Parc Provincial des Grandes Fougères
98881 Farino
98881 Farino
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