Authentic holiday in French Polynesia: 4 island hop

Itinerary in brief:

• 1 night Tahiti
• 4 nights Huahine
• 4 nights Raiatea
• 2 nights Bora Bora

Day 1: Depart UK

Depart the UK from your chosen airport.

Included:  International flights

Day 2: Arrive in Papeete

On arrival into Papeete airport you will be met in arrivals by our local representative and taken by shared transfer to your hotel for a 1 night stay.

The rest of the day is at leisure.

Included:  Meet and greet, arrival transfer, accommodation

Day 3: Papeete to Huahine

Today you’ll begin your journey out into paradise.  You will be collected from your hotel this morning and taken to the airport for your 40-minute domestic flight to the island of Huahine, in the Leeward group of the Society Islands.

When you arrive, you will be greeted and taken to your hotel to check in for a 4 night stay. Your accommodation here is a special, locally-run ‘pension’. You’ll be staying in an authentic Polynesian bungalow, hand-built and nestled within fragrant, tropical gardens that are home to over 50 different types of fruit trees.

With easy access to the lagoon, why not borrow one of the free to use kayaks and spend 30 minutes paddling over to one of the nearby beautiful beaches? Or why not make the most of the free snorkelling equipment to seek out the local marine life underwater?

Included:  Departure and arrival transfers, domestic flights, accommodation

Days 4-6: Huahine

Huahine is considered to be one of the most culturally important islands in the South Pacific, not least because it has managed to retain its authenticity and links to early Polynesia. It’s also one of the greenest island of the region; one large tropical garden that’s home to lofty coconut plantations, aromatic vanilla orchids and plentiful banana groves. According to the locals, Huahine is one of the most picturesque islands in all of French Polynesia, but don’t take their word for it, explore the lush hillsides and immaculate beaches for yourself.

In next to no time you’ll have discovered this island’s laidback lifestyle and you’ll soon find yourself winding down and ‘living like a local’. Head to the main town, Fare, on a Sunday morning to mingle with local farmers and villagers at the local outdoor market, swim or snorkel the lagoon or try your hand at some water sports - Huahine is renowned for its excellent surf conditions.

Included:  Continental breakfast, accommodation  

Day 7: Huahine to Raiatea

After a continental breakfast at your hotel, your driver will collect you for a shared transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Raiatea, 20 minutes away. On arrival, you will be greeted and driven to your hotel to check in for a 4 night stay here.

Believed to be the birthplace of Polynesia, Raiatea is an island of ancient myths and hidden temples. Serving as the nautical centre of French Polynesia, this island is home to almost all sailboat and yacht charter companies, making  it the natural start point for most sailing trips.  As the only island with a navigable river, you could even travel kayak through the island, winding your way through the lush rainforest.

Included: Continental breakfast, departure and arrival transfers, domestic flight, accommodation

Days 8-10: Raiatea

We’ve included 3 full days here for you to explore the island of Raiatea. The sleepy, waterfront village of Uturoa is the perfect place to wile away the hours as you watch the yachts and sailboats as they sail in to harbour. If you’re feeling active, head north to Mount Temehani, an extinct volcano that offers great hiking options and a chance to search for the rare Tiare  Apetahi, an extraordinary flower that grows only in this region. Alternatively, we can arrange a jeep safari tour that takes you into the island’s lush jungle. Listen out for the sounds of tropical bird song as you meander through verdant jungle, occasionally stumbling across ancient temples, hidden deep in the trees.

Included: Departure and arrival transfers, domestic flight, accommodation   

Day 11: Raiatea to Bora Bora

You will be picked up be shared transfer today and taken to the airport to connect with your domestic flight to Bora Bora.

Welcome to Bora Bora! After a short 20 minute flight you will arrive for your two night stay to finish your trip. On arrival you will be collected from the airport and taken to your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Included: Departure and arrival transfers, domestic flights, accommodation

Day 12: Bora Bora   

You have 2 nights in Bora Bora and one full day. Known for its spectacular lagoon and iconic overwater bungalows, Bora Bora is the jewel in the crown of French Polynesia and its most-visited destination.

Synonymous with romance and luxury, Bora Bora is a popular honeymoon destination, however there is far more on offer here. Explore Mount Paihia and Mount Otemanu on a guided hike or jeep safari tour. Snorkel, dive, cruise or paddle board on the lagoon, there are even shark and ray feeding excursions and for the adrenaline junkies, skydiving over the water is a popular choice!

Included: Accommodation, continental breakfast

Day 13: Depart Bora Bora  

After a continental breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the airport to connect with your domestic flight back to Tahiti and your international departure flight.

Included:  Continental breakfast, departure transfer, domestic and international flights   

Days 14 and 15: Arrive UK 

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