A Picnic on the Motu

The soft sand is warm, the turquoise lagoon is shimmering, and all tghat swimming and snorkeling has mad you feel a little peckish. Well, you're in luck! The table's been set in the shallow water, and a delicious poisson cru and a glass of frsh coconut juice are waiting for you! Tāmā’a maita’i! Motu is…

Rangiroa: a Practical Guide

Welcome to Rangiroa, the biggest atoll in French Polynesia. Rangiroa is an atoll as surprising and beautiful as Bora Bora, with excellent scuba diving, superb beaches, and a vineyard on a motu in the middle of the lagoon! You're sure to pass an unforgettable vacation.! Whether you're an explorer, a diver or a confirmed sunworshipper,…

Picnic on ‘Swimming pool Motu’ in Raivavae

Soft white sand, coconut trees, and a warm, crystal clear sea in shades of turquoise and blue. Sound good? Embark on a typical Polynesian fishing boat and head for a desert island paradise in the beautiful lagoon of Raivavae in the Austral Islands. A veritable picture postcard awaits you on Vaimanu motu in the superb…

The best pink sand beaches in The Islands of Tahiti

The Islands of Tahiti is a destination famed for its beautiful turquoise lagoons and picture postcard beaches of pure white sand. However, there are certain islands in French Polynesia that have something even more spectacular to offer. They are islands where the sand on the beach is pink! Please don't take any of this unique…

Best of the little-known beaches The Islands of Tahiti

There are plenty of beautiful, secluded beaches in The Islands of Tahiti. Superb stretches of white, black or even pink sand, on the shores of a turquoise lagoon. Here are ten of the best!

An Unforgettable Voyage to the Gambier Islands

Welcome to the Gambier Islands. Situated to the southwest of Tahiti, this archipelago consists of five islands and a dozen motu, all sharing the same magnificent lagoon. A 3hour, 40 minute flight from Papeete takes you to this preserved island paradise of white sandy beaches and lush green mountains. The richness of the Gambier Islands…

Top 10 Most Beautiful Beaches in The Islands of Tahiti

Magnificent turquoise and blue lagoons of crystal clear, warm water and beautiful beaches of soft white, black or even pink sand. Welcome to The Islands of Tahiti! Here is our selection of the ten best beaches, but you'll find equally superb beaches on every island in French Polynesia.

Plan Your Dream Vacation in Fakarava

Fakarava in the Tuamotu Islands is one of the most beautiful atolls in French Polynesia. An authentic island paradise, Fakarava also has an exceptionally rich marine life. In 2016; it was classed as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. To ensure that you make the most of your stay in Fakarava, it's a good idea to…

The Bird Colonies of Tikehau

Even for a lagoon in the island paradise of French Polynesia, Tikehau is something special. Just a 55 minute flight from Tahiti, it is an atoll of incredible natural beauty. It is also home to a rich and unique birdlife that will delight every ornithologist. Motu Puarua, known as Bird Island, is a sanctuary for…

Tour of the island of Tahiti – The spots you must see

The quickest way to get to know Tahiti is to rent a car and drive round the island. A chance to see (almost) everything in just one day. This itinerary is an ideal way to begin your voyage to The Islands of Tahiti. Stopping to admire luxuriant countryside, idyllic beaches, caves, waterfalls and historic sites…

Unwind in Moorea

A vacation on the island of Moorea in French Polynesia is an occasion to relax and unwind. Take the time to admire the idyllic scenery of the beach, lagoon and mountains, and enjoy a taurami traditional Tahitian massage in the luxury of a hotel spa. Just a few miles by ferry from Tahiti, Moorea is…

Tetiaroa by Catamaran

The island of Tetiaroa is one of the quieter and more discreet of the Society Islands. And yet it is also one of the most beautiful. The best way to visit this haven of peace for birds and sea turtles is to take a catamaran excursion from Papeete. Tetiaroa is a small atoll and it's…

Discover Bird Island in Tetiaroa

French Polynesia is blessed with a wealth of treasures and throughout your voyage you'll have the chance to visit these little corners of paradise. One of the most prercious of these treasures is Tetiaroa atoll, the private island of Marlon Brando. A veritable jewel in the crown of The Islands of Tahiti. Weigh anchor and…

Exploring Tahiti’s Peninsula

The peninsula is the perfect place for lovers of nature, authenticity and of course, surfing. Known by Tahitians as Tahiti Iti, the peninsula is of volcanic origin, mountainous and untamed. Take the time to explore this unique and special part of Tahiti during your visit to French Polynesia. Tahiti is two islands linked together by…

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