ITW: Hotel Kia Ora

Ia Orana! Welcome to Hotel Kia Ora

A one hour cruise from the Hotel Kia Ora down to the south coast of Rangiroa, takes you to the Avearahi motu (islet) where the Kia Ora Sauvage greets you in a miniature version of paradise. As soon as you land, the legend of Robinson Crusoe becomes true in a setting of 5 traditional bungalows nestled amid the coconut and palm trees. These bungalows have been built in the purest Polynesian tradition while offering high standard amenities.

Precious local materials such as ironwood, woven palms, bamboo, coconut, and local handicraft objects have been tastefully integrated in the design of these bungalows. You will be marveled at the sight of the bathroom with its shellfish curtain, coral tiles, stone washbasin all surrounded by live tropical plants. Indeed, an atmosphere of luxury combined with authenticity awaits you at the Kia Ora Sauvage.

Activities & Entertainment

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The beautiful and preserved nature of Rangiroa is propitious to outdoor activities and excursions during which you will discover the most thrilling tropical sites and wildlife.

Complimentary Activities:

Tennis
Snorkeling Equipment: mask, fins and snorkel
Board games (Backgammon, Chess, Scrabble, Dice)
Library
Tevision with DVD & VCR players
Pool table
Petanque (typically French ball game) equipment

Other Activities:*

Glass Bottom Boat and Shark Feeding
Dolphin Watch
Drift Snorkeling
Deep-Sea Fishing: marlin, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo and trevally
Boat Rentals with Pilot
Bicycles, Scooters and Car Rentals

Diving

Rangiroa is one of the premier diving sites of the world. Everyone can dive during our organized excursions. Three excursions per day for different levels are available:

Initiation Dive near the Nohi Nohi lagoon five minutes from the Tiputa Pass. A calm diving spot, not too deep (three meters), full of live coral and colorful fish (butterfly, angel, clown and ballista fish).

Readjustment Dive at maximum 15 meters of depth among live coral formations while feeding bread to the fish. You can also take underwater pictures.

Ocean and Pass Diving for advanced divers at an average depth of 25 meters with instructor and all safety equipment including rope and life preserver.

Night Diving is also available upon request.

*For Additional Cost

Dining

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Our beautiful restaurant greets you in a relaxing atmosphere where exotic decoration and furniture put you in the mood for a delectable feast especially prepared by our chef. With a taste for exotic savors, our French chef has created an original menu combining tropical flavors and aromas with international dishes. Seafood specialties and fish fresh from the lagoon are also part of the menu. Do not miss the delicious desserts prepared by our pastry chef and an extensive wine selection to match your meals.

A barbecue buffet takes place every Wednesday and Sunday evening with a Polynesian dance show and local music.

Accommodations

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Garden Bungalows
Nestled in the luxurious tropical vegetation among coconut and palm groves, 28 traditional bungalows with a woven palm roof look out on the blue horizon. A short walk among the beautiful tropical species will take you to the endless sand beach. The calm surroundings of these stylishly decorated bungalows offer relaxation and intimacy that you can also enjoy from their private terrace. Their traditional designs blended with international standard amenities make your stay a great experience in a completely natural environment. The Garden Bungalows offer two types of accommodation: 5 Garden Suite Bungalows with separate bedroom and lounge, and 23 Garden Bungalows with one bedroom.
They all include the following amenities: bathroom with shower, refrigerator, AC and fan, hair dryer, tea and coffee facilities, phone and toiletries (shampoo, hair conditioner, body lotion and soap).
Max capacity:
Garden Suite Bungalow: 4 adults or 2 A+ 2 C
Garden Bungalow: 2 adults
King size bed - Sofa-bed

Garden Bungalow

Garden Suite Bungalow

Beach Bungolows
Spread along a white sand beach facing the endless blue lagoon, 25 beautiful bungalows built in traditional Polynesian style lie among the coconut trees. With organic roofs made of woven palms and a bamboo finish, they unfold a world of luxury mingled with the authenticity of local arts and crafts. Step on the pristine sand from your door and swim in the warm, shimmering water of the lagoon. You can bathe in the sun on your own private deck or relax in the jacuzzi on the terrace while sipping a glass of champagne and admiring the magnificent sunset. The beach bungalows offer two types of accommodation: 3 Beach Prestige Bungalows, suites with two bedrooms (one on the loft) and lounge and 22 Beach Bungalows, one bedroom suites with lounge. All bungalows include a bathroom with shower, refrigerator, AC and fan, safe, hair dryer, tea and coffee facilities, toiletries (shampoo, hair conditioner, body lotion and soap) and telephone.
Max capacity:
Beach Suite Bungalows: 2 adults + 2 C or 4 adults
Beach Bungalows: 2 adults + 1 C or 3 adults
King size bed
Sofa-bed

Beach Bungalow

Beach Suite Bungalow

Overwater Bungalows
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, a cluster of 10 Over Water Bungalows stand amid the jade and blue water of the lagoon with a wooden pontoon running between them. The ultimate luxury and comfort of these bungalows set the tone for relaxing and exotic vacations. From the private deck, you can step down into the lagoon and swim by day or night while admiring the colorful tropical fish around you. Each bungalow is built in a style blending noble and precious materials with international class comfort including a lounge, separate bedroom, bathroom with shower and a private sun deck and terrace. The interior design and finish display tasteful examples of Polynesian arts and crafts such as woven bamboo, carpentry and shellfish ornaments.
The amenities and services include: mini-bar, AC and fan, safe, hair dryer, tea and coffee facilities, toiletries (shampoo, hair conditioner, body lotion and soap) and telephone.
Max capacity: 2 adults
King size bed