Tahiti's Natural Treasures
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Port
Papeete, French Polynesia
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Activity Level
Easy
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$139.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
On this tour, discover the natural beauty of Tahiti.
Head towards the east coast, where your first stop is at Point Venus. This is the historic landing site for the European discoverers and evangelists who came to the Society Islands in the 1700s. It boasts the only lighthouse on the island, built in 1867.
Continue south, passing steep coastline en route to the Gauguin Restaurant, where you’ll stop for a refreshment.
At the Spring Garden of Vaipahi, rare species of precious wood and tropical flowers grow in luxuriant splendor.
Enjoy a short photo stop at Maraa Fern Grotto Caves, visited by Captain Cook in 1769 and described in Paul Gaugin’s novel Noa Noa.
The drive back to the pier takes you along the west coast, completing your full circumnavigation of Tahiti-Nui.
Notes:
The tour operates mainly on paved roads; however, some road conditions may be bumpy. Guests who are pregnant or have a heart, back or neck condition are not allowed to participate. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Expensive clothing and jewelry should not be worn on tour.