France, French Polynesia · Culture

8-Hour Tahiti Highlights Tour with Tahiti Nui and Tahiti Iti

8 Hours Round trip from 8C3C+6C5 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Tahiti Nui and Tahiti Iti in one full-day private tour
  • 02 Visit Marae Arahurahu, an ancient Polynesian temple of black volcanic rock
  • 03 See freshwater eels and local plants at Vaipahi Water Garden
  • 04 Take in panoramic views from the Taravao lookout
  • 05 Stop at Taharuu's black sand beach and the historic site of Venus Point

Experience a full day exploring Tahiti's major attractions across Tahiti Nui and Tahiti Iti. Visit the ancient Polynesian temple of Marae Arahurahu, the Grottoes of Maara, Taharuu's black sand beach, and the Vaipahi Water Garden with its freshwater eels. Take in panoramic views from the Taravao lookout, then continue to Faarumai Waterfall and the historic coastal site of Venus Point.

Experience the beautiful Vaipahi Water Garden, home to local plants, chickens, goldfish, and famous local freshwater eels.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Papeete, Tahiti
Languages English, French, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tahiti's Major Attractions from Marae Arahurahu to Venus Point

  • Pick up from any location within Papeete with all your luggage and embark on a journey to Marae Arahurahu, an ancient Polynesian temple made of black volcanic rock with Tiki sculptures, the ancient Polynesian gods.
  • Continue to the Grottoes of Maara and encounter fish in a freshwater lake inside a large cave.
  • Head to Taharuu, a black sand beach with big surf waves.
  • Experience the beautiful Vaipahi Water Garden, home to local plants, chickens, goldfish, and famous local freshwater eels.
  • Enjoy a splendid view of Tahiti Nui from above Tahiti Iti at the Taravao lookout.
  • Witness Faarumai Waterfall and its freshwater pool.
  • Stop by Venus Point, a historical and cultural site with a beautiful black sand beach.

An optional lunch at a delicious local restaurant is suggested.

Marae Arahurahu, Grottoes of Maara, Vaipahi Water Garden, Venus Point

Where this trip takes you

Marae Arahurahu, Grottoes of Maara, Vaipahi Water Garden, Venus Point

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 8C3C+6C5 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Private transportation in a brand new, roomy, comfortable, air-conditioned minivan
  • One bottle of local spring water

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Souvenirs/pearls

What to bring

  • Some local cash (around $100)
  • Raincoats or umbrellas during the wet season

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Papeete, French Polynesia
Tour start
8C3C+6C5, Pāea, French Polynesia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in 8C3C+6C5.

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