Travel Details

Tahiti and her islands are the ultimate South Seas adventure - they are a harmonious blend of Robinson Crusoe seclusion with French quality. Tahiti is paradise on Earth!

On this trip you will camp on your own island, climb a volcano, share a Tahitian feast in a private home, tour significant Polynesian archeological sites, hike to the spectacular Fa'aruami waterfalls, explore a remote atoll with a local resident as your guide, swim, snorkel and scuba in pristine crystalline coral atolls among rich abundant marine life, and spend a day with a reef ecologist.

There will be plenty of personal time to relax and enjoy the beauty of each island as well as luxuriate at some of French Polynesia's finest resorts.

Arrive in Tahiti, transfer to the Intercontinental Beachcomber Resort. Day on your own to rest and relax. Tonight you will enjoy a welcome dinner.

Tahiti is the largest of the 118 enchanting islets of French Polynesia and is crowned with gorgeous precipitous lush mountains, waterfalls galore and spectacular black sand beaches.

Papeete, the lively capital of Tahiti, offers an array of sidewalk cafes, open markets filled with local handicrafts, and shell jewelry. Le Truck, the colorful public transportation, gives you easy access to downtown and is a great way to meet the friendly locals.
Intercontinental Beachcomber (Panoramic view room) D

After a relaxing morning you will be taken to the Museum of Tahiti and her islands - this is a great way to get an easy introduction to the cultural history of French Polynesia.
Intercontinental Beachcomber (Panoramic view room) B/L

Today you have a chance to experience the historical and natural side of Tahiti with a full day tour around Tahiti Nui (large section of the island). Highlights of the tour include Matavai Bay and Point Venus - where the first contact between Europeans and Tahitians took place and where Cook, Bligh, and Darwin all anchored.

The Fa'arumai Waterfalls - a short hike to some beautiful cascades with a great swimming hole; the Harrison Smith Botanical Garden; the Paul Gauguin Museum.
OR - Climb the second highest peak (as much as possible), on Tahiti today. This is a chance to see native cloud forest and the most incredible views in the South Pacific.
OR - Explore the interior of Tahiti and visit some wonderful archaeological sites. Your guide will take you up the coast to the largest valley on Tahiti, Papenoo, where you will go on a 4x4 adventure into the heart of the island. There will be time

along the way for some hiking and swimming in some great river pools.
OR - Explore the interior of Tahiti and vist some wonderful archaeological sites. Your guide will take you up the coast to the largest valley on Tahiti, Papenoo, where you will go on a 4x4 adventure into the heart of the island. There will be time along the way for some hiking and swimming in some great river pools.
Intercontinental Beachcomber (Panoramic view room) B/L

Today you will take the high speed ferry Aremiti across the sea of the Moon to Moorea. After checking into your hotel the remainder of the morning is free. This afternoon, you will be taken on a lagoon cruise for snorkeling and to see the natural world of the reef and motus.

Moorea is an idylic island full of majestic lush peaks that caress the many crystalline bays. White sand beaches are plentiful on this island that is just a few minutes plane ride from sister island Tahiti. Polynesian legends hold that Moorea was created by a golden skinned lizard who was abandoned by its human parents and after swimming for several days landed, exhausted onto the Aimeho reef - where Moorea came to be.
Sheraton Moorea (Beach bungalow) B

Today you will tour the entire island of Moorea. Your guide will take you to all the best cultural and historical sites. You will visit an ancient village in the Opunohu Valley, huge maraae (religious temples) along the coast, and the historic gardens of the Kellum family. There will be time to hike and swim along the way.
Sheraton Moorea (Beach bungalow) B/L

Today is at your leisure.
Optional whale watching excursion (July - October) where you can witness Humpback whales move from their Antarctic feeding grounds to the warm waters of French Polynesia to calf and mate. This is a half day adventure led by an expert naturalist guide who will talk about the natural history of these incredible mammals.

Today you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Bora Bora. You will arrive on a motu where you will be met by representatives of the hotel and transported by boat to your home for the next three days, the luxurious Hotel Bora Bora.

Bora Bora's lagoon is legendary, its mesmerizing multi-hued colors and tiny motus that surround the main island is simply breathtaking. The main island is dominated by two towering volcanic peaks that are visible from any point on the island. You can inspect the WWII relics that dot the island, visit museums and art galleries, walk along beautiful Matira Beach, go on a shark and ray feeding, or simply examine the colorful flora that bloom around the island.
Hotel Bora Bora (Pool Fare) B

Today you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Rangiroa. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel room. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Rangiroa's lagoon is 42 miles long and 16 miles wide, making it the largest atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago and the second largest in the world. Rangiroa offers sunshine, white coral beaches and an immense playground for water sports enthusiasts. There will be time to line or drag fish, visit Tiputa village, picnic and snorkel at many remote motus, visit the bird sanctuary on Motu Paio as well as the famous Blue Lagoon of Toeo'o.
Rangiroa is famous for pass diving and snorkeling where visibility is over 100 feet and the myriad of sea life is abundant - turtles, dolphins, sharks and thousands of colorful fish.
Kia Ora Village (Beach bungalow) B

Today you meet your guide and set off on a private island camping expedition. You will travel across the lagoon on a spacious motor boat. Your guide will take you to his favorite remote camping site(s), tell you all about the natural and cultural history of the lagoon and reef islands, and lead you on snorkeling and spear-fishing adventures. For two days and two you will be treated to the best in Tuamotu camping, with fish barbecues, beautiful palm-shaded beaches, spectacular sunsets. All food, drink (including some wine and beer) and equipment will be supplied and is included.

Recommended gear: sturdy aquatic footwear - Teva type sandals or water shoes; personal snorkeling equipment (if you prefer your own); good hat to protect your from the sun and that will stay on your head; sunscreen; long sleeve shirt to protect arms and shoulders.
Private Island Camping B/L/D

In the morning you return to the village and your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax, stroll through the village, swim or snorkel.
Kia Ora Village (Beach bungalow) B

Today you return to Papeete by air. The remainder of the afternoon is free for shopping, exploring or simply the many amenities of your hotel, your hotel room is resewed for you until you transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Farewell dinner included.
Intercontinental Beachcomber (Panoramic view room) B/D