CONSTRUCTION of a viewing platform and
stairway at Jinek Bay in Lifou, New Caledonia
has been funded by Carnival Australia to give
cruise passengers an opportunity to view coral
formations and sea life while in port.
The company has introduced a marine
reserve pass to gain access to the platform
and the water and will be open only to 200
passengers for each ship visit in order not to
damage the marine life.
Unrestricted swimming will remain available
at other locations in Lifou during port visits.
Passes can be purchased on the P&O Cruises
pre-cruise reservation system, or onboard if
still available, and is priced at $15 per person.
Funds raised from the new pass will be put
towards local community maintenance of the
marine reserve area.
