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French Polynesia
Tahiti
Vacation Planning Guide

 


Maeva (Welcome to) Tahiti


Tiare Tahiti Flower


Le Marché Shopping


Blue Water


Directions to Activities


Over-water Bungalows


Tahitian Show


All Images © Weston Images
Entry Requirements: A valid U.S. or Canadian passport, and an onward or return ticket. Visas are granted for a 30-day stay upon arrival.
Official Language: Tahitian, French, English

Average Temperature:

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
82° 80° 80° 80° 78° 78° 76° 76° 76° 78° 79° 80°
Average Days No Rain:
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
15 12 14 20 21 22 26 25 24 22 17 17
Currency: French Pacific Franc; US$ is widely accepted
Geography: Tahiti is located halfway between Los Angeles, and Sydney, Australia. Tahiti is the largest of the 118 islands and atolls that comprise the country of French Polynesia. The islands are scattered over 1-1/2 million square miles of ocean.
Population: 250,000
Travel Seasons:

Wet Season: November to April
Dry Season: May to October
Cyclone (Hurricane) Season: Nov - Mar
There is not a bad time to travel to Tahiti. May, June, September, and October offer the best combination of weather and room availability.
Flying Time from: Los Angeles: 7 hours 30 minutes
Must Take: Toiletries, Sunscreen & Insect Repellent
Aqua-socks or Jelly-type sandals
Cap or hat
Loose-fitting cotton washable clothes
Casual slacks & sport shirts for men , and casual slacks & colorful dresses for dinner.
Swimsuits
Clothes that dry quickly (rain downpours)
Camera & Film (each person is allowed to bring in 10 rolls duty-free
Bottle Water
Snacks
Dining: Ala carte Dining is very expensive in Tahiti, therefore purchasing a Meal Plan through your Tour Operator improves the value of your vacation.
Gratuities: Tipping is not customary and not expected.
Shopping:

Black Pearls
Coconut & Tiare Soaps
Monoi Oil
Vanilla Beans
Hinano Beer
Shell leis
Wood Carvings
Woven Hats & Baskets

Pareos: a leisure garment (parong or wrap) consisting of brightly colored hand blocked or painted fabric. Pareos are about 80 inches long and 40 inches wide and are worn by both men and women. They are wrapping in various styles.
Auto Rental:

In addition to the Four-wheel Jeep Safari Excursion in Moorea, rent an automobile for a day self-tour of the island. It allows more flexibility for photography, shopping, and beaches.

On Bora Bora, renting 'funcar' (slightly smaller than a 'doom-buggie') would enable you to circle the island in 4 hours, including stops for photography, and shopping. 8-hours allows you to enjoy the beaches.
Activities: Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
Four-wheel Jeep Safari
Shark Feeding
Bike Riding
Water Sports
Tennis
Horseback riding
Deep-sea Fishing
Sailing & Windsurfing
Museums
Swimming with Dolphins
Want more information:

Tahiti Tourism

 
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