Moorea

Only Twelve miles from Tahiti, Moorea, the "yellow lizard" resembles a vast star-shaped garden branching out into eight valleys.

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A multitude of white sandy beaches

Captain Cook's island has one of the most beautiful lagoons in the Pacific. Its turquoise waters reflect the sumptuous harmony of the underwater world where divers might meet turtles, leppard rays or even some scorpion fish amids coral roses hosting many other species. Also a multitude of white sandy beaches, the diversity of the underwater coral and the richness of its marine fauna make it a preferential destination.

A Tropical Gardens

Moorea appears to the visitor as a tropical garden filled with pineapple fields, the main agricultural income of the islands. In the middle of this fairy landscape, the sky can be seen through the Mou'a Puta (The pierced mountain) made, according to legend, by the arrow of the demigod Pai.

Tourist Attractions :

Moorea Dolphin Center

All the programmes include interaction with the dolphins in the water, as well as an instructive presentation about marine mammals and the protection of their environment.

Tiki Village

The Polynesia of yesteryear is kept alive by the artists and craftsmen of the village who plait and braid baskets using palm trees, make garlands of flowers and ferns, scupt wood or hand paint the pareos. Local arts and crafts produce is on sale, and you can enjoy lunch with a show of dancers and fire dancers, or take a canoe trip on the lagoon and visit a demonstration pearl farm.

Maison de la Nature, Mou'a Roa

To reach the maison de la Nature, you can set off on foot for a superb walk through the Vaianae Valley, nestling in its lush green setting. You will definitely enjoy the taste of natural home made jams from the farms, or honey and dried fruit.

The Moorea train

You can take a group outing or book in advance. Can be hired by the hour half day or day. This event includes Meals on request (lunch, grill, ma'a Tahiti etc...)

Shopping

You can also visit the Pao Pao Market and peharps purchase the Unique perfume of Tahitian vanilla, Vanilla Tahitenis sun dried according to the traditional methods, and related products (pods, powder, sugar). In addition, there are many skilled craftsmen in Moorea, and their produce can be bought from the boutiques inside the hotels and all over the islands. You can find Pareos, bathing suits, dresses and clothes for town wear, the evening or the beach, Tahiti cultured pearl and various souvenirs. The market is situated at Pao Pao.

Tahiti Nui Sunrise Marathon

This Marathon is run around the islands of Moorea, and is considered by the specialists to be one of the most beautiful in the world.

Leisure activities

There is also a penty of activity such as 4X4. You can aslo do a Tour of the islands, The road around the island is only 60 kilometres; you will have the opportunity to visit Belvedere, Cook’s Bay, Three-palm trees palm. However if you are interested in water sport activities there are some scuba diving sites and really varied. The vast lagoon at Moorea is a paradise for water sport. The main centres are generally located inside or in the vicinity of the larger hotels, and offer a wide variety of activities from boat trips on the lagoon, jet-ski, hire water-skiing, paragliding and aqua scope, to picnic on the motu. in terms of Scuba Diving, they are many and varied. Moorea is well known for the shark feeding in its lagoons, a spectacle orchestrated by several diving clubs that always procures a thrill for ocean lovers.

Eco-tourism

Special excursion to see dolphin and whales Watch dolphins and whales in the wild on an eco-tour, led by the team of marine biologist Dr. Michael Poole. The dolphin come very close to the boat and are often very playful.

Relaxation

The island’s relaxation centres offer a natural setting devoted to beauty care and repose. Spoil yourself in a gentle, peaceful atmosphere and your relaxation is assured.

Getting Arround

Modern buses and Taxis are available if you have not rented a car, a 4 Wheel drive or scooter from one of the numerous vehicle hire firms. You can also opt an outing on a bicycle or on horseback to explore the hidden, idyllic spots off the beaten track.

Where to eat in Moorea

Enjoy sumptuous Breakfasts served on flower decorated canoes, copious picnics savoured on idyllic islets, elegant barbecues on the beach with freshly caught fish, not forgetting the Tahitian speciality of "Poisson Cru" - fish marinated in lime juice and coconut milk - whose fame has travelled around the world - so many occasions to get together and satisfy your gourmet tastes in a friendly atmosphere.

Where to stay in Moorea

Hotels come in all styles and sizes, in surroundings that offer guest a tranquil, natural place to relax. These relaxation haven offer you unforgettable way to relax and indulge all the senses.