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South PacificSeven Day Itinerary - Bora Bora/Maupiti/Tahaa/Huahine/Raiate Day 1: Arrival Bora Bora Yachtl be anchored by the airport motu , you will be collected by jet tender moments after arrival and welcomed aboard with a glass of champagne. When settled in and ready to go we will cruise to Maupiti Island some 30 miles west of Bora Bora and be anchored by sunset in a most unforgettable place. Day 2: Maupiti This stunning lagoon is amongst the most beautiful and certainly the most remote of the Society Islands. You can swim, snorkel and explore the sights by Jet boat or kayak and even bicycle around the village and island if you choose. Day 3: Passage to Tahaa Island This cruise of 50 miles will be a good chance to catch a fish and enjoy the scenery as we cruise past Bora Bora and enter the Tahaa lagoon at Pai Pai pass. We anchor out near the reef where the snorkeling is lovely and you have the chance to dine ashore in the evening at "La Pirogue" restaurant. Day 4: Tahaa land tour This is a great opportunity to see the beautiful "vanilla" island of Tahaa. Our local friend and guide has a safari vehicle and will show you many interesting sides of Tahaa including the process of pearl cultivation at his family pearl farm. We will cruise to Huahine Island in the afternoon and anchor by sunset in a secluded bay on the east side. Day 5: Beach picnic day! We can spend an energetic morning snorkeling / kayaking/ sailing/ kitesurfing or any other activity and then dine ashore under our sun canopy and enjoy an "VVS1" beach picnic Huahine style! Day 6: To Raiatea Underway again for another island, this time to Raiatea for a river tour. We anchor in a deep bay surrounded by lush mountains and venture up the only navigable river in all of French Polynesia. There are no rapids, it is a very tranquil way to explore either by kayak or Jet boat. Day 7: Back to Bora Bora Another fishing opportunity! Our cruise will take us through the sheltered lagoon waters of Raiatea and out the western pass back towards Bora Bora. This remarkable island is a memorable sight as we approach from the ocean. A dance show at one of the luxurious resorts might provide a good evenings entertainment. Day 8: Departure from Bora Bora Yacht will move to the airport anchorage which is conveniently located, in fact the check in counter is just a few steps from the dock! For more information go: - Tahiti and French Polynesia, Society Islands 10 day cruise Day 3 & 4 TAHITI TO MOOREA 12 NAUTICAL MILES, Moorea has often been linked to James Michene's mythical island of Bali Hai. There are two spectacular anchorages of Oponuhu Bay and Cook Bay representing the sailor's idea of Polynesia. Diving spots are numerous: Pass Oponuhu, Taotoi "plateau des Napoleons" and dive Tiki with shark feeding. A 4x4 safari is recommended to the Belvedere look out, the ancient Marae (Tahitian temples), the plantation of Opuhi and the waterfall of Afareiatu. At sunset horse riding on the beach at Rupe Rupe ranch or in the mountain at Haapiti is recommended. Dolphin quest at the Beach Comber Park Royal Hotel is a unique experience with dolphins. Visit the tropical aquarium center and pearl farm and later sample one of the islands impressive restaurants. Day 5 MOOREA TO TETIAROA, 35 nautical miles.. Tetiaroa, locally known as Marlon Brando island, is historically a resort for the Tahitian chiefs of the Pomare royal family. Anchor for the day, weather permitting and enjoy the beautiful brilliant white beaches and nature reserve. Access to the lagoon is via a waterjet powered boat directly across the reef - an exciting rollercoaster. Day 6 & 7 Tetiaroa - Huahine 80 nautical miles.. Huahine is the first of the Leeward island group which form an ideal cruising area. Huahine is veryrural and is made up of two mountainous islands, Hauhine Nui and Hauahine Iti connected by a narrow isthmus. There are several motus and good anchorages with excellent diving at the south reef of Pointe Oe. 'Le recif aux anemones". Visit the village of Maeva with its marae (local market). An Island safari tour, vanilla plantation, horse riding or bicycle tour are all highly recommended. Visit Hani Iti hotel with its incredible shell display. Day 8 & 9 Huahine - Raiatea 25 nautical miles.. Raiatea & lTahaa lie within the same hour glass-shaped coral reef. Both islands have a lush fertile appearance. Raiatea, the second largest island in French Polynesia, is known as Sacred Havai'i. It was the center of royalty, religion and culture. Its ideal sailing and fishing conditions offer a magnificent cruising ground. Other recommended attractions here include wreck diving and shark feeding at Tiva. Visit pearl farms and the sea museum with a foundation for the protection of turtles. Other recommended activities include deep sea fishing helicopter and sea plane trips, safari 4x4 on the volcano roads, vanilla, pineapple and bamboo plantations. Day 10 Raiatea - Bora Bora 20 nautical miles.. Bora Bora is at the center of a multicoloured lagoon surrounded by offshore Motu islets inside a protective necklace of coral. The diving here is excellent and for the more adventurous try Mori Mori shark feeding! Other popular attractions on the island include snorkeling with manta rays, windsurfing, game fishing, cycling, boutique shopping, helicopter and sea plane tours. Enjoy a stunning sunset over a cocktail at Hotel Bora Bora and explore the island’s many good restaurants. Return with Air Tahiti or charter plane to Papeete (50 mins) For more information go: - http://www.tahiti-tourisme.com Find much more information and sample itineraries at Destinctive Yachts Back to top |
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