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Tahiti is a magical Garden of Eden. Book a Tahiti vacation package and experience how the islands of French Polynesia stimulate the mind, refresh the soul, and bring out the sense of adventure in all of us.

Ask those who have been lucky enough experience Tahiti travel to describe the experience, and you'll most likely hear words that range from "awesome" to "unbelievable!"  Be kind. Most of us aren't poets, and even if we were, nothing can prepare you for the first time you visit these mythical South Sea islands.

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Come discover a world of intoxicating aromas, flower-strewn valleys, deserted stretches of white sand beaches, over water bungalows, isolated motus (small islands) sapphire lagoons, and a palette of colors so vibrant only a painter like Gauguin could come close to capturing them.

Watch mere words melt away in the smiles of the friendly Tahitian people, who are happy to share their world with you. Come refresh yourself in this unhurried Garden of Eden; the type of magical place that perhaps you thought had disappeared.

The island's mountainous interior shelters deep valleys, clear streams, high waterfalls and mysterious caves, all bathed in the green iridescence of Mother Nature's light. The wide, flat coastal lands, edged with a rugged coastline, are home to both fields of tropical flowers and most of the island's population. Papeete, meaning "water basket," was once a gathering place where Tahitians came to fill their calabashes with fresh water. Now the invigorating capital city and gateway of the territory, Papeete boasts vibrant markets, fine restaurants, pearl shops, clubs and boutiques.

Tahiti ...just the word ...the world's definition of paradise.

 

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The urban area of Papeete had a total population of 131,695 inhabitants at the August 2007 census, 26,017 of whom lived in the commune of Papeete proper. The urban area of Papeete is made up of 7 communes:

  • Faaa (which became in 1988 the most populous commune in the urban area)
  • Papeete (historically the most populous commune in the urban area, and still the administrative capital)
  • Punaauia
  • Pirae
  • Mahina
  • Paea
  • Arue  

 



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Paul Gauguin Museum, Tahiti 

This museum houses exhibits that are dedicated to Gauguin's life in French Polynesia. You can see sculptures, wood carvings, and engravings. The museum has an active program to borrow his major works.

Attraction type: Ballet; Art museum
Tahiti Lagoonarium, Tahiti

This combination fish park and aquarium features more than 1,000 different species of marine life including sharks, moray eels, turtles and tropical fish.

Attraction type: Aquarium

Tahiti Attractions

Harrison W. Smith Botanical Garden
A testament to the work of American botanist Harrison Smith, the Botanical Gardens at Papeari teem with footpaths where visitors can view its acres of well-cultivated plants, and feature bamboo, bananas, palms, hibiscus and mapes (an indigenous chestnut tree).

Vaima Center
Situated at the waterfront, the four-level Vaima Center has everything from banks and boutiques, to bookstores and restaurants. With its heavy concentration of businesses and services, Vaima Center is one of Tahiti's busiest shopping districts.

Musée de Tahiti et ses Isles (Museum of Tahiti and her Islands)
A visit to Tahiti would be incomplete without a stop to the Musee' de Tahiti, which has been judged one of the finest and most modern museums in the South Pacific. The museum features a broad range of exhibits on Tahitian culture, history and geology.

Cathedral of Notre Dame of Papeete
Located in the center of Papeete, the majestic Cathedral of Notre Dame is one of Tahiti's most awe-inspiring structures. A red-tiled spire offsets the exterior's modest grey façade and indoors, the church features gorgeous original stained glass dating back to 1875.

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Tahiti Activities

Diving
Divers of all abilities will appreciate Tahiti's many world-class dive sites, which give visitors the opportunity to glimpse sunken planes, wrecks, exotic fish and sharks. Some sites even offer night diving.

Surfing
The surf is always up in Tahiti. Surfing is especially good during the winter months, when the swells break strong along the reefs, resulting in larger, "tubular" waves. Both the northern and southern coasts of Tahiti offer good surfing.

Hiking
Adventurous travelers will love the exciting guided hiking tours that lead them on explorations of Tahiti's rugged interior. Stops can include spectacular waterfalls and natural pools, mountain peaks with panoramic views, archeological sites and more.

Four-Wheel Drive Tours
Looking for spectacular views, but not on foot or horseback? Then try a four-wheel drive journey to Mount Marau, where the lookout point offers panoramic vistas of surrounding valleys and peaks.

Horseback Riding
For the horse enthusiast, Tahiti has a number of first-class riding stables. Experienced riders can saddle-up the island's New Zealand and Marquesan horses, while private lessons are available for the beginner. Rides often include picnic lunches.
 

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