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​Trip reports and musings on travel

French Polynesia

1/15/2019

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...Crystal clear water, turquoise lagoons backed by deep blue oceans, abundant marine life, majestic volcanic peaks, spectacular sunsets…
​French Polynesia will definitely be a repeat destination for us, especially given the vast diversity of islands.  

French Polynesia consists of over 100 islands in the South Pacific.  The islands stretch over a 2,000km area and are divided into 5 sub-groups (Society, Tuamotu, Marquesas, Gambier, Austral).  On our first trip, we focused on a couple of the high islands in the Society Islands archipelago, which are the most well-known and easiest to access.  On our next trip we’re thinking of focusing on checking out a couple of the coral atolls in the Tuamatos archipelago​.

Here are highlights (DINK Trips Tips)...for more details or to help plan your own visit, contact us!

Bora Bora
  • Relax and unwind at one of the luxury resorts in either an overwater bungalow or a beach bungalow with your own private stretch of sand
  • Enjoy a multitude of activities in the turquoise lagoon while enjoying the view of Mt. Otemanu (SUP, kayak, pirogues (outrigger canoe), traditional Polynesia canoe with sail)
  • Experience a cultural show and enjoy the impressive dance moves

Huahine
  • Dive at the Avapeihi Pass to see black-tip reef sharks, rays, a multitude of colorful fish, and beautiful hard coral
  • Snorkel Le Jardin de Corail and enjoy the adjacent secluded, shady white sand beach
  • Walk up Matairea Hill to see a fair concentration of marea archaeological site as well as views down the hillside out to the lagoon

Ra’iatea
  • Paddle out in a kayak to one of the quiet white-sand, palm-shaded motus
  • Experience majestic waterfalls and take a refreshing dip in the swimming holes on the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike
  • Relish the amazing views of the blue lagoon as well as the neighbouring islands of Bora Bora, Taha’a, and Huahine after climbing Mt Tapioi
  • Dine on amazing French cuisine made with fresh, local produce

Taha’a
  • Swim off the boat jetty of your guest house and enjoy the beautiful inner coral reef
  • Snorkel in the crystal clear waters surrounding the many motus to see beautiful coral and marine life
  • Hike a trail leading into the interior of the island to enjoy the lush vegetation, vibrant flowers, and views of Haamene Bay from Vaitoetoe Ridge
  • Relax over breathtaking sunsets with views of Bora Bora
  • Dine on delicious super fresh seafood caught that morning
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