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 The Motu's around Moorea by easyoar
This Motu (there are several around Moorea) is actually where the Lagoonarium is. It is a privately owned island, with a huge sea area cordoned off with fine mesh to stop the fish and turtles inside from escaping. It is possible to visit (see other tip).
Generally though you can just rent/borrow a boat and row out to the Motus (or even swim if you wish, most Motus are probably less than half a mile out to sea, so they are quite swimmable to - just make sure you are a competent swimmer!). You will probably have the whole island to yourselves in most cases! Leave a Comment
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 Polynesian Dancing by easyoar
When the Christian missionaries came to French Polynesia, they saw this dancing and were horrified. They banned it. it is not difficult to see why men of the cloth would find this shocking. Apparently the Polynesians used to perform this dancing in secret after it was banned. I for one am very glad as it would have been a massive shame for this to die out.
This dancing is way better than any Greek belly dancing I have seen. The women almost seem to have little motors in their hips that move at a phenomenal speed.
This perfomance was at the Tiki Village. Warning! I took a front row seat at the performance to get better photos, but sittting on the front row meant I became a victim later and had to join in the dancing with a couple of the girls later, and there was no way I could compete with what they were capable of... Leave a Comment
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 Overwater bungalows by easyoar
This is about as close as I got to any as I kind of balked at the price!
In Polynesia (and I believe this to be true in many beach resorts), the price of accommodation goes up the closer you get to water, and you can't get much closer than being just above it. These are therefore the premium rooms.
Several hotels do them, if you really must try them, shop around for the best possible price you can find! Leave a Comment
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 Ebenezer Church with
Hibiscus Flowers by easyoar
Of course, missionaries being missionaries, the local religion was banned, and the Taputaputuatea Marae was destroyed and this octagonal church was built on the spot in 1827. This church is the oldest European building in the whole of the South Pacific. This church was renovated towards the end of the 19th century. Leave a Comment Address: Papetoai around PK21.5Directions: At the mouth of the Opunohu Bay.
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 Easyoar at Sunset on Moorea by easyoar
It's a great place to find a bar and just hangout and watch the sunset (or in my case, find a boat and turn your back on the sunset ;-) )
The Hotel Hibiscus is famous for its sunset bar, and is well worth dropping in to if the sunset looks like it is going to be a good one. Leave a Comment
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 Inside the Ebenezer Church by easyoar
Even if the church is locked, it is still possible to peer theough the window and see inside. This picture was taken through the glass in the front door, and it is possible to distinguish quite a few of the 8 sides!
This church is on the mouth of the Opunohu Bay, so if you walk behind it, it is possible to get some great views back in to the bay. Leave a Comment Address: Papetoai around PK 21.5Directions: At the mouth of the Opunohu Bay.
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 Polynesian Warrior by easyoar
To my knowledge, it does little more than advertise a restaurant that only appeared to be open in the evening, although the setting looked very good for the restaurant (it was right on the waterfront).
It was common to see people stopping to take pictures with him, so the advertising probably worked well! Leave a Comment
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 Polynesian Bands by easyoar
This band were playing in the Tiki Village and the musicians were very laid back and easy going (classical Polynesian traits!).
The Tiki Village is well worth a visit, especially in the evening, although it is not cheap if you go for the dinner and the show. It is however the best show I have seen of this type. Far and away eclipsing the shows I saw in New Zealand (supposedly one of the better NZ ones) and Easter Island. Leave a Comment Address: Tiki Village
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 Mark Petting the rays by ATXtraveler
In the group of 8 that were with us, he asked for a volunteer. Of course, fearless Mark jumped down right away and was greeted by a ray on my lap seconds later! It was a really enjoyable couple minutes, and the ray seemed to really enjoy being petted!
Make sure you book a tour that includes time on a private motu! Leave a Comment
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 Beautiful Moorea by ATXtraveler
This is an excellent spot to enjoy the beautiful blue waters of Moorea, and an even better picture opportunity.
Click on the picture to see just how clear the water is in the Lagoon surrounding Moorea!! Leave a Comment
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