When people hear Tahiti, they envision an exotic paradise. And that’s exactly what it is. Its palm trees, glistening blue waters, miles of beaches and moderate temperatures are a dream come true. You have to see it to believe it.
Halfway between the U.S. and Australia, the figure-eight-shaped island of Tahiti covers 403-square miles. Part of French Polynesia, it belongs to a chain of islands known as the Society Islands and traveling to the other islands, such as Bora Bora – a longtime favorite of honeymooners – is easy.
French artist Paul Gaugin introduced the world to Tahiti in the 19th century with his many paintings of Tahitian life. If you’ve ever wanted to jump into those colorful pictures, now is your chance. Pleasant Holidays is offering discount summer vacation packages to Tahiti, many offering a free night’s stay and breakfast. Flights are available from the west coast of the U.S. and Honolulu.
Summer Paradise on the Islands of Tahiti
Dip your toes in the sand and relax on the beach on this tropical getaway.
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Tahiti’s primary attraction is its glorious beaches, most with black volcanic sand and a few with the conventional soft, white powdery stuff. The water is clear and warm, and the lagoons are full of fish of every color.
About 40 miles southwest of Papeete, the capital of Tahiti and all French Polynesia, is La Plage de Maui, a white sand beach with offshore reefs home to numerous varieties of fish, making it a snorkeler’s paradise. Also close to Papeete are Faduma Waterfalls, accessible by a short hike through the woods, another popular tourist spot.
Lafayette Beach is a black-sand beach standout. This secluded beach is located about 20 minutes from Papeete.
Attractions, Excursions and Activities
Papeete is a bustling city with many attractions, including the Pa’ofa’i Gardens, swathed in lush greenery and with walking trails and fishponds. If you are a fan of street food, the city is known for its variety of food trucks. Tour the Papeete Market, consisting of multiple stores full of locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as meats and pastries. And don’t miss the Museum of Tahiti, which is divided into four sections and houses collections highlighting the history of French Polynesia, and the growth of its culture and customs from the early settlers to the modern era.
A wonderful way to visit the different islands is, of course, by boat. Tahiti Yacht Charter offers tours on a variety of watercraft, from catamarans to spacious yachts. Travelers can reserve a private or group tour to travel around the archipelagos. Enjoy an intimate private sailing from Raitea (the Sacred Island), through the Leeward Islands to Taha’a (the Vanilla Island), Huahine (the Majestic Island) or Bora Bora (the Mythical Island).
Pleasant Holidays also offers engaging and unique tours and activities on and around the surrounding islands, including Bora Bora, Moorea, Taha’a, Huahine and Rangiroa. Among these are ATV tours through the jungle and up mountainsides, lagoon cruises, fishing, snorkeling, dolphin and whale watching trips, and shark and ray safaris. Take a circle tour of Moorea that includes Belvedere Lookout, a perch that overlooks Opunohu Valley and Cook and Opunohu Bays, go on a glass bottom boat tour in Bora Bora and more. Select private tours are also available.
Contact your AAA travel advisor and plan your summer getaway today!
Featured image: Conrad Bora Bora Nui
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