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The Islands of Tahiti

‘Ia Ia ora n na e Maeva!

CHAPTER 5 ACTIVITIES & TOURS

What to See and What to Do

• The Islands of Tahiti have a lot to offer as far as activities
• A lot are of course water oriented but there are also some

amazing ways to explore the islands’ lush interiors

Water Aficionados

Active

• Surfing (best and more accessible: Tahiti,

Moorea and Tikehau)

• Stand up paddle boards and kayaks

(all islands except the Marquesas)

• Waverunner tours (Moorea, Bora Bora,

Taha’a)

• Fishing (all islands for deep sea, Society,

Tuamotu, Austral & Gambier for lagoon, Rangiroa and Fakarava for fly fishing)

• Snorkeling (all of the islands)
• Scuba diving (most of the islands with the

Tuamotu archipelago offering the most amazing)

• Swimming with the Sting Rays

(Moorea, Bora Bora, Taha’a)

• Whale watching (seasonal, usually July to

October - Society Islands, Austral and Tuamotu Archipelago)

• Snorkeling with Manta Rays (multiple

islands)

Water Aficionados

Animal Encounters in the Wild

On Land

Easy

• Hiking (beginner level - Tahiti, Moorea)
• Bus tours (all of the islands except

Marquesas, Austral & Gambier)

• Museums, historical & archeological

sites (Tahiti)

• Rental cars (Society Islands)
• Public markets, craft centers (Tahiti,

Raiatea, Bora Bora, Rangiroa)

On Land

Active

• Hiking (all levels - Tahiti, Moorea, Raiatea,

Huahine, Marquesas, Austral & Gambier)

• 4WD discovery tours (all)
• Quads (Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora)
• Horseback riding (Tahiti, Moorea,

Huahine, Marquesas)

From the Air

• Parasailing (Moorea, Bora Bora)
• Skydiving (Tahiti, Bora Bora)

Golfing

• Available in Tahiti (Olivier Breaud

International Golf Course - 18 holes) and

Moorea (Moorea Green Golf - 18 holes)

• Equipment available on-site for rent
• The Moorea Golf Course is a Jack

Nicklaus designed golf course

Pampering

• With eden-like islands, French

Polynesia is an immense spa and sanctuary on its own

• Resorts boast amazing spa
• ptions using a mix of

traditional and international techniques and treatments

• Real treats: a massage above the

lagoon at sunset, a bath in refreshing river water, or a scrub with crushed papaya seeds and coconut oil

Special Events Highlights

The Heiva Festival

• The Heiva Festival is one the major

events in French Polynesia and a true celebration of life

• During several weeks every evening in

July, dance troupes will perform and compete for the award of “Best Dance Troupe,” “Best Costume,” “Best Musicians,” etc.

• Tahiti and Bora Bora have the biggest
• nes while Huahine, Taha’a and

Raiatea have a smaller versions

Special Events Highlights

The Heiva Festival

• During the day, traditional sports

will provide great entertainment

• Those include javelin throwing,

stone lifting, fruit carriers’ races,

• utrigger canoe races etc.
• The Heiva lasts for about three

weeks and it usually starts at the end of June

• More on:

https://TahitiTourisme.com/en- us/tahiti-activities/festivals- events/

Special Events Highlights

Hawaiki Nui Canoe Race

• Usually held in early November,

Hawaiki Nui Va’a is one of the longest and toughest outrigger canoe races in the world

• For 3 days, teams from the islands and
• ther countries will compete, starting

from Huahine, heading to Raiatea, Taha’a and ending in Bora Bora

• The finish line in Bora Bora is quite

impressive and is probably the only time of the year Bora Bora gets a little crowded

Special Events Highlights

Bora Bora Liquid Festival

• The first week of December,

the Bora Bora Liquid Festival celebrates non-motorized watersports: stand up paddle boards, kayaks, outrigger canoes

• A great occasion to enjoy some

competitions as well as some demonstrations

Special Events Highlights

Tahiti Pearl Regatta

• Every year in May, teams from

around the globe participate in this sailing competition that starts in Raiatea, the yacht charter base

• In Raiatea, a regatta village is

set up a few days prior to the kick off start, for everyone to enjoy demonstrations, local food and folkloric shows

Special Events Highlights

For a full calendar of events, please refer to our website: https://TahitiTourisme.com/en-us/tahiti-activities/festivals- events/

Eat, Pray, Love...

• Foreigners can now get married

legally in French Polynesia

• Same-sex marriage is also now

legal in The Islands of Tahiti

• It is important to note that even

with a legal wedding in the islands,

• ne must still go to city hall for

paperwork in the US

Traditional Tahitian Ceremonies

• Guests who choose to get married in

their home country can purchase a Tahitian Ceremony at most resorts, performed by a Tahitian Master usually accompanied by dancers and musicians

• Each resort offers their own

versions, from the most intimate to the fanciest

• Those are quite popular as they are

so authentic