Society Islands · French Polynesia
Raiatea
The Sacred Island — believed to be the origin point of all Polynesian migration. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Culture and history
Taputapuatea marae (UNESCO) is the most sacred site in Polynesia.
Nature and conservation
Tiare apetahi flower found only on Mount Temehani (critically endangered).
When to go
The best months are May to October.
Where to stay on Raiatea
Opoa Beach Hotel
Opoa Beach Hotel is on the south-east coast of Raiatea, in the Taputapuatea district, with bungalows along the edge of the lagoon. It is a short...
$$ (Moderate)
cultural
remote
Mana A+ (AI estimate)