Printable maps of Tahiti Island
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Tahiti Island
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Tahiti Island with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Tahiti Island area
This Tahiti Island map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Tahiti Island and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in French Polynesia
The first week of July in Tahiti is full of music and colors. On these days, begins the Heiva festival, which lasts for almost a month. Polynesians from all over the country invariably come here. On some islands, festivals are also organized, but in smaller scale. Locals dress in traditional costumes, adorn themselves with flowers and celebrate their culture and life on the beautiful islands. Many hundreds of musicians, singers, dancers and artists compete with each other in workmanship. Fire shows are held, and all interested people can walk on red-hot stones. Bastille Day, or National Day, is celebrated on July 14th along with France. … Open
Photogallery of Tahiti Island sights
Our guide to Tahiti Island
Top hotels with reviews
Those preferring to stay at upscale places should pay attention to Sheraton hotel. It occupies a complex of beautiful buildings on the coast and offers a variety of leisure activities. There is a beautiful infinity pool at the beach; next to the hotel there is a chic tropical garden that is the perfect place for a relaxing stroll. Gourmets will be delighted with exotic restaurant menus; there is also a special hall … Open 
Attractions and active leisure
Jardin Botanical Park is a visitable place too. You can get there for free, and visitors, along with the plants, will be able to admire a rather massive waterfall. The Spring Garden of Vaipahi is also very lovely. For lovers of beach holidays there are miles of the wild coast on the island. It is worth noting that the vast majority of the beaches in Tahiti are undiscovered, and they have no infrastructure. … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
While choosing your meal be mindful of the fact that the local people frequently eat raw fish and seafood. E’ia Ota (Poisson Cru) can be the notable example for this; it is the national dish made with raw tuna and diced vegetables soaked in coconut milk and marinated briefly with lime juice. Sometimes this dish is served in place of appetizers before the main meal. The local residents also like the … Open
Traditions and mentality of Tahiti Island
“Mana” is associated with the art of tattooing. During the period of French colonial rule tattoos were subject to disfavor; however, today it is difficult to meet a Tahitian who does not have a tattoo. Nevertheless, this fact is not an obstacle to practice Christianity - 85 % of Tahiti’s population affiliate themselves with Catholicism or Protestantism. Such European feast days and holidays as Christmas … Open
Travel guide to Tahiti Island
Tourists should not neglect shopping in Tahiti. As a rule, local jewelry with pearls remains the most popular souvenir that tourists prefer to buy. There are affordable jewelry pieces, as well as exclusive and expensive items. Local souvenir shops offer interesting items by local craftsmen. Various items in the national and marine styles are usually the most popular. Female tourists may like essential oils and … Open
Tahiti Island for children - what to visit
Such an exotic tour to the sea, sun and palm trees is already a happy occasion for every child; however, do not pass up an opportunity of getting your child acquainted with something new, diversify your beach holiday with exciting tours and trips. To visit the islands and not to go to the Lagoonarium would be a big failure. The Lagoonarium is situated on Bora Bora, not Tahiti. However, it is surely worth to … Open
