France, French Polynesia · Cruise & Sailing

Apetahi day trip around Raiatea on a modern outrigger canoe

8 Hours Round trip from PF Easy pace
Up the Faaroa River
Enjoy the trampoline for a beautiful photo
Passage in front of the Miri Miri motu
Marae Taputapuatea
Snorkeling in the lagoon
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day outrigger canoe trip around Raiatea
  • 02 Sail along Raiatea’s west coast
  • 03 Swim and enjoy lunch on board at Nao Nao motu
  • 04 Snorkel in clear, unspoilt lagoon waters
  • 05 Visit Marae Taputapuatea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 06 Cruise through peaceful Faaroa Bay
  • 07 Weather permitting, ascend the Faaroa River
  • 08 Chance to explore authentic off-the-beaten-track landscapes

Spend a full day exploring Raiatea by modern outrigger canoe, gliding between lagoon and ocean at an easy island pace. This 8-hour experience combines scenic sailing, swimming, and snorkeling with visits to some of the island’s most memorable natural and cultural sites.

Along the way, enjoy time on the water near the Nao Nao motu, snorkel in clear lagoon waters, and discover Marae Taputapuatea, a major UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day also includes peaceful navigation in Faaroa Bay and, weather permitting, an ascent of the Faaroa River through lush tropical scenery.

Marae Taputapuatea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Sailing along the west coast of Raiatea Lunch on board and swimming at the Nao Nao motu Snorkeling at the bird motu

Opoa Marae Taputapuatea

Marae Taputapuatea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Faaroa River

Ascent of the Faaroa River (depending on the weather)

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Gourmet break by the water
  • Water, juice, chips and fruit (depending on the season)
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
PF
Tour start
PF
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in PF.

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