How do you get to Huahine in French Polynesia?
How do you get to Huahine in French Polynesia?
Huahine is served by Air Tahiti with frequent 40-minute flights from Papeete, daily flights from Moorea, and 25-minute flights from both Raiatea and Bora Bora. Transport from the airport must be arranged by your Preferred Travel Professional or with your resort or hotel.
Where is Huahine?
French Polynesia
Huahine is an island located among the Society Islands, in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Leeward Islands group (Îles sous le Vent). At the 2017 census it had a population of 6,075.
How do you get from Huahine to Bora Bora?
Transportation in Huahine Huahine is served by Air Tahiti with frequent 40-minute flights from Papeete, daily flights from Moorea, and 25-minute flights from both Raiatea and Bora Bora. Transport from the airport must be arranged by your Preferred Travel Professional or with your resort or hotel.
Can you take a ferry from Tahiti to Bora Bora?
There is ferry service between islands that are not too distant from one another (such as Tahiti and Moorea or Bora Bora and Maupiti) while cargo schooners take longer routes with more picturesque views, and sailing to the Leeward Islands, the Tuamotu Islands, the Gambier Islands, the Marquesas and the Austral Islands.
What does Nui mean in Tahitian?
Big
The Nui in our name literally means “Big” as in the big carrier to The Islands of Tahiti, but Tahitians know Nui can also mean “Grand” and “Great” which captures aspects of our adventurous spirit, our desire to connect with the healing power of nature, and the love and pride we have for our culture.
How long is the boat ride from Tahiti to Bora Bora?
There are two services per week, and the trip from Papeete to Huahine takes nine hours; it’s 11 hours to Raiatea, 12 hours to Tahaa and 13 to Bora Bora. A more comfortable ferry is available for transit between Bora Bora, Raiatea, Tahaa and the small island of Maupiti (25 miles west of Bora Bora).
What are the most popular things to do in Huahine?
Popular water activities in Huahine include Marc`s Motu Picnic, Jet Skiing, 4×4 Tours, sailing and sport fishing. The island also has some of the best surf in the South Pacific, particularly at Ava Mo’a Pass near the reef in Fare. Feeling creative?
What are the main islands of Huahine French Polynesia?
Huahine is made up of two main islands that are surrounded by several motu. Huahine Nui (Big Huahine) lies to the north, Huahine Iti (Little Huahine) to the south and Mārō’ē Bay resting between the two islands. A bridge between the islands connects the islands’ eight villages.
How many villages are there on Huahine Island?
Relatively unchanged by the modern world, Huahine Island offers the slower, more tranquil pace of old French Polynesia. With only eight small villages scattered across the island, the few residents welcome visitors with great kindness.
Where is the airport on the island of Huahine?
Most Huahine travel begins with a flight to the Huahine airport. The island’s airport is located on the north shore of Huahine Nui. Air Tahiti services the island with regular flights from nearby islands Bora Bora, Moorea and Raiatea plus Papeete.
