About Us
Mary D — a family owned company • Amedee Lighthouse Island, New Caledonia
Our history
Mary D Enterprises is a family-owned company running day trips to Amedee Lighthouse Island since 1981. For more than forty years we have offered a simple, friendly and unforgettable experience. With 4–5 sailings per week, we welcome around 33,000 guests each year.
Our priorities remain the same: safety, comfort and quality. On board and on the island we constantly improve the experience: a homemade buffet prepared in our own kitchens, a warm welcome from a loyal team, and activities for everyone.
The adventure started in 1981 with a first 17-m vessel (75 pax, ~1h45 crossing), then came the California, Hydrofly and Odyssey… leading to today’s fleet: Mary D Princess and Mary D Seven. In 1999, France awarded us the Bronze Medal of Tourism.
Nearly 30 versatile team members now work on shore, on board and on the island — many for more than fifteen years — giving Mary D its strong family spirit.
Milestones
- 1981 — First vessel Mary D (17 m, 75 pax) — ~1h45 crossing.
- 1990s — Progressive upgrades: California, Hydrofly, then Odyssey.
- 1999 — Bronze Medal of Tourism.
- Today — Two modern vessels, a complete program, a loyal team.
Our boats
Mary D Princess
- Capacity ~126 passengers
- 2 decks, bar, video system
- Designed for comfort and a friendly onboard experience
Mary D Seven
Built by Strategic Marine (Singapore).
- 3 decks: bar, galley, luggage area
- Main deck: > 100 seated places
- Upper deck: space for > 80 passengers
What awaits you
- Round-trip from Noumea to Amedee Island.
- Glass-bottom boat in the marine reserve.
- Welcome drink & homemade buffet.
- Pacific dance performances & demos (sarong tying, coconut grating).
- Sun loungers, lazy time and swimming in a turquoise lagoon.
Our commitments
- Warm welcome by a loyal, friendly team.
- Homemade cuisine prepared in our own kitchens.
- Safety & maintenance ensured by our in-house crews.
- Respect for the lagoon on board and on the island.