Tahiti and Her Islands ​

Tahiti and Her Islands are what you've always imagined the South Seas to be - an idyllic getaway from the stress of the modern world, resembling heaven more than earth. The palm-fringed beaches of Bora Bora are the perfect launch into the striking coral reefs, abundant with colorful marine life. Moorea's deep and spectacular bays are surrounded by green-covered mountains that rise from the bottom of the sea, and the panorama from Belvedere Lookout is breathtaking. Tahiti, the largest island, is for the person who wants to try a little of everything that the modern and natural worlds have to offer.
On all the islands, you can spend endless days snorkeling and diving, or swimming side-by-side with turtles and manta rays. Feel the cooling breeze in your hair as you parasail or jet ski. Check out the local markets for original art, pearls and wooden carvings. Sample fine dining with influences from France and the South Pacific, and stay in accommodations ranging from exquisite beachside resorts to intimate bungalows. No matter which island you visit, you'll find the same untouched environment that inspired the great paintings of Gauguin, and countless others.

Sample Itinerary: TAHITI, MOOREA, and BORA BORA (9 Days)

Day One - Tahiti
Discover the Real Papeete

• Shopping at Le Marché and at the colorful boutiques all along the waterfront
• Walking tour of Old Papeete
• Pearl shopping and a visit to the Pearl Museum
• Visit art galleries and exhibits
• Enjoy dinner at the roulottes in the waterfront area of Vai'ete Square

Day Two - Tahiti
Take a Road Trip in Paradise

• Circle the island by bus or car
• Picnic on a black-sand beach at the Harrison Smith Botanical Gardens
• Explore high waterfalls with a short hike or by helicopter
• Tour the museums around the island
• Take a safari 4X4 deep into the valleys
• Dine at one of the resort restaurants

Day Three - Moorea
Take a Road Trip in Paradise

• Take a fast catamaran from Tahiti to Moorea
• Discover the wide, calm lagoon by outrigger canoe, glass-bottom boat, parasail, windsurf, kayak, or jet ski
• Jump in and go below the surface with one of the many dive masters or with an underwater dive helmet
• Meet the underworld up close during shark and ray feeding excursions
• Pick from hundreds of snorkeling spots along the beaches or out around a motu

Day Four - Moorea
Jump in for Adventure!

• Take a safari tour and 4X4 along hidden roads into the valleys
• Visit the pineapple plantations, the juice factory and liquor distillery to taste the locally made fruit juices and liquors
• Rent a car or take an escorted tour and circle the island, stopping off at fruit stands and villages along the way
• Hire a guide for walking explorations of the interior and over mountain passes
• Take off in a helicopter and skim along the water and dance over the peaks

Day Five - Moorea
No Malls Here

• Shop at the many small boutiques and unique market areas near Pao Pao
• Look for art and handcrafts at art galleries and artisan workshops where you'll find treasures made only in Moorea
• End your shopping spree with rejuvenating treatments at one of the world-renowned spas

Day Six - Bora Bora
Circle the Island by Water

• Fly to Bora Bora
• Jump on jet skis, water skis or a stand-up paddle board and scoot along the smooth lagoon for an exhilarating ride
• Step foot on a powered canoe and tour the Lagoonarium, play with rays, and discover dozens of snorkeling spots
• Take sail in a catamaran for a sunset cruise accompanied by local musicians and dancers
• End your day at one of the five-star resort restaurants

Day Seven – Bora Bora 
Explore the Underwater World. Meet the large marine life at one of the famous divesites including:

• ANAU: Lagoon dive known for regular encounters with giant manta rays
• TAPU: Ocean dive known as a classic shark dive
• MURI MURI: Ocean dive often joined by turtles and dolphins
• TEAVANUI PASS: Pass dive framed with purple coral walls
• Cap off your holiday in French Polynesia with a gourmet dinner at Villa Mahana

Day Eight – Bora Bora 
Circle the Island on Land

• 4x4 safari on hidden roads up to overlooks and historical sites
• Rent a car, a two person "fun car" or a bicycle for a ride along the flat roads
• Narrated coach tour with stops at beaches and fruit stands along the way
• Experience one of the many Polynesian shows and see the beachside performances of the dramatic Fire Dance

Day Nine – Bora Bora 
Circle the Island By AIr

• Climb onboard a helicopter for a breathtaking ride high above this neon-colored world
• Strap into a parasail for one or for two and glide effortlessly above the lagoon
• Discover the dozens of shopping areas for art, handcrafts, pearls, and fragrant Tahitian oils
• Visit the artisan galleries and pick up your own Bora Bora original
• Spend the afternoon enjoying famous Matira Beach
• Celebrate your adventures at the famous local restaurants including Bloody Mary's

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​Fun Fact: In Tahiti, it’s common for women to walk around with a fragrant white blossom called tiare, the island’s national flower, behind one’s ear. However, the placement of the tiare is very telling, so couples take note. Placing the flower on the left side means you are taken, and the right side means you are available

Tahiti Vacation Guide