Dream Raid New Caledonia
SleepMonsters Australia and Deam Raid / 22.07.2005
The tough but beautiful course has been designed by race directors, Eric Becker et Jeannot Clair. Orientation will be interesting and will keep the suspense until the end.
The nautical parts, sailed on Prijon Excursion kayaks, will be quite long (section up to 70 km) on the turquoise lagoon or on wild river. From south to north, on each coast or up the range of mountains, through the « rainforest », the niaoulis savana, the rocky ridges, you will discover a beautiful country with striking contrast of colours. The darkness of the night at that period will make the navigation more difficult.
Regarding the kayak sections, a few information you need to know. Personal paddles will be allowed. Team will be able to use sails or kites, only if the 2 kayaks are joined each to the other (catamaran or towed).
For logistic, team must have at least one 4WD car. Their support crew will be in charge of the kayaks transportation all over the event. Kayaks will be delivered on Friday 28th October and will be given back to the organisation in Noumea at the end of the event.
The provisional regulations is about the same as 2002 event and is available on the website. However changes could be done before the event.
Warning : This is a very busy period of the year so to ensure that you get the best rates, it would be advised to book as soon as possible. The Dutch airline company KLM offers good deals but you will need to book early. Qantas, Air France, Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines can also fly you from Europe to New Caledonia.
Virgin Blue, the low cost airline, has just announced that it will be adding Noumea to its list of destinations out of Brisbane, Australia. They should also be able to fly you from Europe and Australia. Aircalin, Qantas and Air New Zealand fly directly to Noumea from the Pacific zone.
The brand new RAMADA Plaza hotel, located at Anse Vata, will host the Headquarters of the Dream Raid.
To see all the news and details on the race visit the new Dream Raid website here.
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