Huahine is one of the least populated islands in the society islands, and its not filled with tourists either. Rurutu, the land of stone lifting is as good as her australes sister islands. Rurutu is surrounded by cliffs overlooking the sea and full of underground galleries, caves filled with legends a must see. These lush destinations, considered part of the society islands, may be the most famous in the archipelago.
Huahine is divided into two parts huahine nui and huahine iti separated by a narrow channel. Non ec citizens must have a bond letter from a registered agent or an outbound air ticket to board any plane bound for tahiti. Package includes roundtrip international air from select california cities, roundtrip inter island air on air tahiti, daily breakfast and dinner for two on huahine, atv tour, 4x4 tour, motu picnic, snorkeling tour and more. Tahiti is the highest and largest island in french polynesia lying close to moorea island. Rurutu, anciently name is eteroa, is located at 572 kilometres southwest of tahiti and it has a surface of 32 km2. Moorea huahine enchanted islands vacation tahiti travel planners 20180515t14. The island can be best explored by renting a car or bicycle or by hired excursion.
Aug 07, 2018 tahiti is the largest of the french polynesian islands and is as popular as bora bora. A deep, crystalclear lagoon surrounds the two islands that comprise huahine. Lush and scarcely developed, this is an island to visit for extreme calm, communing with nature and a genuine taste of culture. The austral islands are an archipelago made of seven islands, five of which are inhabited and four of which are accessible by air.
Spacious and bright, each room is decorated with stylish contemporary furnishings and feature a private patio or deck overlooking the gardens, beach, or surrounding lagoons. Non ec citizens must have a bond letter from a registered agent or an outbound. They are situated over 300 miles 500 kilometers below tahiti, and therefore have a slightly cooler climate. Get your free quote with our local travel consultant appels gratuits.
Please, just add the ones you think are important, without writing any commentaries, so this could serve as a future file for all interested. The signature of all things by elizabeth gilbert, frangipani by celestine hitiura vaite, the moon and sixpence by w. Rurutu is the northernmost island in the austral archipelago of french polynesia, and the name of a commune consisting solely of that island. After a brief safety demonstration, you will be able to view these animals from an observation platform or you may choose to descend underwater for a closeup encounter with these friendly lagoon inhabitants. There are plenty of opportunities for diving, surfing, snorkelling, exploring topnotch archaeological sites and horse riding, but the beauty of this place. Like the neighboring islands, huahine is mountainous and of volcanic formation. Huahine the enchanting island of huahine offers lush forests, untamed landscape and quaint villages. Huahine is known as the garden island for its beautiful rainforests, dramatic terrain, and enchanting lagoon. Everyone except those arriving on private jet must fly into french polynesia through the international airport in papeete, the capital.
I would have liked to have seen you consider the vahine island resort off tahaa. Coverage of bora bora, papeete, the marquesas, rangiroa, maupiti, huahine, moorea, the gambier archipelago, teahupoo, the papenoo valley, rurutu, the australs, the tuamotus, and more the perfect choice. Located at only 35 mn by plane from tahiti, huahine is not only the nearest leeward island from tahiti but also stands among the most preserved islands of the society archipelago. Moorea can be easily visited from tahiti, either by boat 35 mn or by plane 10 mn. Man made landmarks of french polynesia ancient settlements and fortifications. Within minutes everyone was in the water, later returning with stories of having swum with rays and having seen a large sleeping grey reef shark. Thus the leewards get only 86 pages in the book while.
Tahiti calls to mind visions of an idyllic french polynesia island paradise. Including moorea, bora bora, and the society, austral, gambier, tuamotu, and marquesas islands hidden travel rob kay 4. Vaifau submarine source windward islands, tahiti, punaauia. Still, these tiny islandsmany of which remain uninhabitedmake up a total landmass of only 1,600 square miles 4,100 sq. Most of the 2,000 inhabitants of the island are fishermen and farmers and its polynesian culture has remained largely unchanged. Complete coverage of tahiti, moorea, bora bora, huahine, tetiaroa, maupiti, rangiroa, raiatea, tahaa, tikehau, manihi, marquesas islands, austral islands, and gambier islands. The war of tutaha beginning the reign of chief tu begins. So i am asking you all to contribute just with author name titles of books. Huahine is immaculately tropical and effortlessly polynesian. The island of rurutu, known as a refuge for whales, is the ultimate attraction in this distant archipelago. Stay at the manotel, a charming hotel situated in rurutu. The island is becoming well known for the number of whales which can be seen around its shores. Mar 30, 2006 i had several requests for a book list of books concerning tahiti, her islands and polynesia in general. Readers will find out which cruise option is best for them, scuba diving, whale and dolphin watching, where to go for the best tahitian feasts.
During this regency the church of moerari was consecrated and the death. Tourism committees and cities halls of each island. Only a 40minute flight from the island of tahiti, the enchanted huahine, with its lush forests, untamed landscape and quaint villages, is one of tahitis bestkept secrets, a place where you can live like a local. Moorea island french polynesia book with etahiti travel. Vertical limestone cliffs pockmarked with caves line the coast, while the volcanic interior is a fertile, mindbogglingly abundant jungle. Top huahine guide including maps, things to do in huahine, resorts and hotels, transportation, restaurants, and huahine historic information. Tahiti is a world beyond all other island destinations. Bora bora can also be part of the itinerary, but the land activities are not. Among all of the islands, raiatea and tahaa are a favorite for sailors. All other tahiti islands can be accessed from papeete, flying with the inter island carrier, air tahiti. It is a land of timeless beauty, azure lagoons, intoxicating aromas, untouched beaches and ancient traditions. With so many things to do, you can explore the island from top to bottom and visit the many ancient marae throughout its lush hillsides.
Rurutu travel the australs, french polynesia lonely planet. The highest point of the island is 1,497 feet high. But there are other easilyaccessible islands in the group, including huahine, raiatea and maupiti, which have long been overshadowed by their celebrity siblings. The legendary name tahiti not only identifies the main island, but also describes the groups of islands that make up french polynesia. The waters within the lagoons and around the islands of tahiti are among the greatest in the world for sailing because of the temperate climate, steady trade winds, proximity of the islands, central south pacific location, and abundance of dramatic anchorages. The islands of tahiti tahiti tourisme bora bora, tahiti.
At anchor near passe tiare, huahine the wind finally subsided once we were in the lee of tahiti, and by 1510 we dropped anchor just inside the reef pass to cooks bay, moorea. Island directory tahiti islands of french polynesia. Society islands includes tahiti genealogy familysearch wiki. It is located 4,400 kilometres 2,376 nautical miles south of hawaii, 7,900 km 4,266 nmi from chile, 5,700 km 3,078 nmi from australia. The austral islands are a place of quiet beauty, peacefulness and pride. Tahiti travel guide tahiti info and tahiti facts about. Below you will find a complete excursion guide featuring information on all land and water activities available on the island of huahine.
White sand beaches, splendid bays, valleys of fertile and generous plantations coffee, mangos, papaws, pineapples, litchis. This package includes 3 nights at the intercontinental moorea resort and spa followed by 4 nights at the charming huahine hotel maitai lapita village. Set in a gorgeous lagoon, huahine is dotted with several mountain peaks in which the highest, mount turi, reaches some 2,200 feet high. It is one of tahitis bestkept secrets a place to enjoy a more traditional polynesian way of life. View a variety of marine life in the shallow lagoon waters. Cruising guide to tahiti and the french society islands. Air tahiti offers daily direct flights to huahine from tahiti and bora bora. Cayman islands or bermuda seamens books are not accepted. Back in 1985 when marcias book came out, the leeward islands huahine, raiatea, tahaa, bora bora, maupiti, etc still hadnt developed into the popular charter cruising zones they are today. Aug 11, 2016 huahine is one of the least populated islands in the society islands, and its not filled with tourists either. Its geological structure is unique in polynesia as this island does not feature a lagoon but it is surrounded by steep cliffs and includes several chalky caves with stalactites and stalagmites made by erosion. Huahine island guide tahiti vacations bora bora, tahiti. Traditions thrive in this remote corner of the world, where past and present ideals blend together in harmony.
Huahine is truly an undiscovered paradise among the society islands. About thirty minutes by plane from the island of tahiti, huahine, with its lush forests and quaint villages, is one of polynesias bestkept secrets. The tuamotu islands are known for their outstanding diving and snorkeling including the islands of manihi, tikehau, rangiroa,and fakarava. Rurutu, papeete, tahiti a brilliant start to our 30th season of sailtraining adventures. Before you travel to french polynesia, read this guide for travel resources and information. Huahine activities, attractions and things to do tahiti. Enjoy all that the 118 tahitian islands have to offer. From the most romantic island in the world, bora bora, and the dramatic appearance of heartshaped moorea to the private unspoiled scenery of huahine, and the infinite turquoise lagoon of rangiroa, tahiti has. Rurutu is surrounded by steep cliffs and includes several chalky caves. The old broom road tahiti 100 years of nature and adventure writings from tahiti, 18291929 tahiti report austin peterson one of my favs a world elsewhere peter brooks gauguins skirt stephen f.
Tahiti is the largest of the french polynesian islands and is as popular as bora bora. Some seamens books are accepted on arrival by sea only to enter and stay philippines, marshall. Visit huahine and its motus during various excursions like safaris or picnic day on the motu. Vairao fullpage picture on page 66 picture on page 70 jeanne and jeanmarie felix were among the first to give a thorough witness in french polynesia pictures on page 71. Huahine, the women island book with etahiti travel. Live an unforgettable fishing trip around one of the most beautiful islands of french polynesia. Ethnoscientific and ethnohistorical perspectives on choral singing and protestant hymnody in the society islands, french polynesia, amy k. Explore our web site for more details on it is a superb spot to read more. In fact, most people combine a trip to both islands when they visit the country. Additionally, le merche is the place to try local cuisine and pick up souvenirs.
Located 30 minutes away from tahiti by plane, it is also the nearest one from the main island of this archipelago. Those caves constitutes one of the major points of interest. The society islands, or french polynesia, january 1896april. Plan a trip or vacation to the islands of tahiti, including.
Tahiti nui travel offers this handy guide to help you organise this marvellous journey and to give life to your desire of paradise the key to an incredible and memorable stay in our islands is in the preparation and this guide is a useful tool for that. Try to visit the museum of tahiti and her islands to get an insight into polynesia culture. Tahiti tahiti, the largest and most populated island in french polynesia, has become the main island. Rurutu the caves island of the australs islands book. Huahine casts a spell over you from the moment you arrive. It receives fewer tourists than moorea or bora bora. Sofitel bora bora marara beach resort tahiti vacations. The public transit system, le truck, has daily routes from the six outlying villages to fare. Its temperate climate is ideally suited to the cultivation of coffee, lychees and oranges, which are grown alongside more traditional crops, like taro. From him i learned that there are about 1,500 inhabitants on huahine, which really consists of two islands, namely, huahine nui big huahine and huahine iti little huahine.
Huahine is for sure the wildest and most secretive island of the society islands thanks to its luxuriant nature and its past full of myths and legends. Welcome to paradise, commonly known as the islands of tahiti. With only eight small villages dotted around the 20milesincircumference island and 5,000 residents, hopping on a bicycle and riding for just a few minutes is all it takes to feel like youre on your own private island. Proclaimed king upon his fathers abdication while still a child, his mother ruled as regent. Travelers will find something new to explore around every bend, from sacred sites and archeological landmarks that are among the best preserved in french polynesia to the colorful sea life that can be experienced on a scuba or snorkeling expedition. Part of the leeward group of society islands, huahine is a 40minute flight from tahiti and rests in close proximity to raiatea, tahaa and bora bora.
Practical tips for anyone planning a trip to french polynesia including best bea. Commonly referred to as the islands of tahiti, french polynesia is a collection of 118 islands and atolls scattered across an impressive nautical surface area the size of western europe. With crystal blue water and gasp taking scenery this tropical paradise in french polynesia will take your breathe away. Huahine activities tahiti travel planners 20171208t03. Huahine would draw its name from hua, sexgender and hine, woman. Why huahine is my favourite island in the south pacific. It is seen as greenish halo of freshwater, in calm weather the upsurge is seen on the surface of the water. Rurutu is one of the south pacifics largest raised atolls makatea. Located in the pacific ocean, the islands of tahiti are a mythical destination. Explore rurutu holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. A bridge connects the 2 islands and can be easily explored in a day or two or more.