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P-a-r-a-d-i-s-e !!!
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fewer transportation, accomodation options
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jennie01 Says: lots to do here,for free or fairly cheap include kayaking, touring the island in a bus or taxi , visiting a botanical garden, climb the mountain,visit a vannilla plantation, a pearl farm, polynesian feast,snorkel , diving, ancient human sacrifice spots dine out at french or...
Maillekeul Says: A "Motu" is a sort of a small island in the middle of some others, generally bigger, around which the water is basically clearer (certainly because of the sand beneath)... Sorte de petite ile au milieu des autres plus grandes, ou generalement l'eau est plus claire...
minstrel74 Says: The top of Tapioi Hill is only a couple of kilometers from the shoreline, but it's a very steep climb (for some of us, anyway) and can be a bit of a challenge on a hot day. It's completely worth the effort, however. The track to the top starts in Uturoa (anybody should be...
minstrel74 Says: About 30 km south of Uturoa, this marae is supposedly the largest and most significant in all of French Polynesia. Its location on a portion of land jutting out into the ocean near Opoa highlights this importance. Upon approaching the marae, you will notice numerous stone...
The Taputapuatea Araeological Site
Geisha_Girl Says: The Taputapuatea marae is considered one of the most important structures in French Polynesia. When a new marae is being constructed on the nearby islands, a stone from Taputapuatea had to be used in making the new temple.
Island of the birds - L'ile aux oiseaux
Maillekeul Says: A great motu, peaceful and surrounded by clear water (natural, for a motu) full of great colourful fishes, sharks, dolphins...Un super motu, calme et entoure d'eaux claires (facile, c'est un motu), avec plein de supers poissons de couleurs hallucinantes, de requins, de...
1 Review and 37 Opinions My recent stay at the Hawaiki Nui was disappointing not only because it rained almost all the time...
Snack Moemoea: A hearty snack!
Geisha_Girl Says: Snack Moemoea is an outdoor cafe located on the waterfront of Uturoa. It was highly recommended by Max, the owner of the guest house where we stayed. We knew the cafe was going to be good judging from the amount of locals who frequent the place.The menu is a mixture of...
Helga67 Says: This is a great place to eat when you are driving around the island, visiting Marae Taputapuatea, or simply for some good food on the south side of the island.You can sit outside on the terrace with a nice view on the lagoon and the island of Huahine They serve fresh fish,...
minstrel74 Says: As can be expected from a island less-visited than Tahiti or Bora Bora, getting around Raiatea can be a bit tricky for those expecting buses, taxis, and in general a variety of transportation options. AirportWhen I arrived at the airport, there were no buses or taxis in...
Take a drive! (and sneak a drink!)
Geisha_Girl Says: Car rentals are available at the airport or in town. You could also have your pensions arrange it for you.(Note: Be aware that if you have a 3rd party involved for your car rental, the rental agency could sneak an extra charge on top of your bill to pay for the 3rd party's...
central market in Uturoa: inexpensive fruit
minstrel74 Says: If you just want to pick up some fruit or other snacks, you can't beat the central market in downtown Uturoa. You'll find inexpensive produce that will sustain you if you're self-catering so you don't have to spend a lot of money eating out at upscale restaurants. For only...
Helga67 Says: Anno 2004, there is only one internet cafe on Raiatea. It is located at SARL Phenic, upstairs in Le Bihan Building in Tahina, between Uturoa center and the airport.There are 6 computers. They are open Monday through Friday 8 am to 12 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm. Saturday from 8 am...
traditional motu polynesian feast and dance
jennie01 Says: this was fun, i wish i took some pics of the meal and cooking preparation and the dance where they picked un suspecting victims to come up and dance-even little tiny children were doing it sooo cute , but my camera battery sadly ran out !
Helga67 Says: PK = poste kilometre, the number of kilometers from the mairie (town hall) or post office.On Raiatea, the location of important places and buildings is indicated by PK + a number. This means that it is located that many kilometers away from the post office in Uturoa. When...
Geisha_Girl Says: Take note that if you think you're coming to Raiatea for some fun in the sun and fun on the beach.......you're outta luck!Raiatea has never been much of a conventional tourist draw due to the fact that there is an absence of beaches on the main island. Not knowing this...
Maillekeul Says: Tupas are big crabs that you find everywhere on the island and that have a real bad habit : to dig big holes in your garden... Really hard to hunt them without poison...Des gros crabes que l'on peut trouver partout sur l'ile et qui ont une vraie mauvaise habitude : faire des...
Helga67 Says: Loose-fitting clothing (cotton is best), open-toed sandals. Be sure to include aqua socks or protective footgear for walking on the coral reef and in the lagoon. Along with a hat, don't forget to pack a good pair of sunglasses. Bring a good sunscreen and insect...
Maillekeul Says: Matthieu helps children to improve their command of french... He also tries to make them love litterature... Sur Raiatea, Matthieu aide les enfants a ameliorer leur francais et leur relation a cette langue. Il essaie egalement de leur faire aimer la litterature...
Helga67 Says: For those who love scuba diving, Raiatea is a great place to do so. I didn't had the chance to do it myself but here is some useful info for those who are interested.50 different exciting dive spots are found in the four most beautiful passes of the Raiatea-Tahaa lagoon....
Helga67 Says: Raiatea has a partially paved road that encircles the island for about 100 km (62 miles). It follows the contours of the deeply indented coastline and offers magnificent views over the lagoon. You can drive a long time without seeing any houses or people.
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Some 220 km (136 miles) to the northwest of Tahiti lies one of the largest islands of the Leeward Society islands in French Polynesia.
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Legend says that Raiatea and Tahaa were originally one island until a giant eel swallowed a young girl. Possessed by her spirit, the enraged creature broke through the surface of the earth and caused...
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Paradise on earth... Le paradis sur terre...
At the beginning, it was a dream : meeting our friends, Marina and Matthieu, who had made the same trip than we were doing (throughout South America) and who had accepted an opportunity to work on...
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Close to Tahiti but far from the crowds...
The second largest of the Society Islands, Raiatea offers something that visitors who have spent time on Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora will appreciate--an opportunity to get away from the crowds....
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Raiaitea is a very pretty island -i liked this one a lot. it is quite a large island, and shares its beautifull lagoon with sister island tahaa, inside the same coral reef ! this island has no real...
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