Society Islands · French Polynesia
Tahiti
The heart of French Polynesia — Papeete's markets, black sand beaches, Teahupo'o surf break.
Culture and history
Heiva festival (July) is the most important Polynesian cultural celebration.
Nature and conservation
Teahupo'o reef pass is a UNESCO-listed wave ecosystem.
When to go
The best months are May to October.
Where to stay on Tahiti
Hilton Hotel Tahiti
Hilton Hotel Tahiti is in Faa'a on Tahiti's west coast, close to the international airport and a short drive from central Papeete and its marina....
$$$ (Upscale)
beachfront
Mana C (AI estimate)
Vanira Lodge
Vanira Lodge is a small set of Polynesian-style bungalows on Tahiti Iti, the island's quieter peninsula, near the village of Teahupo'o and its...
$$ (Moderate)
surf
remote
hiking
Mana A+ (AI estimate)