pearls · poisson cru · sharks
FRENCH POLYNESIA
FRENCH POLYNESIA
overview
PLACES TO VISIT
Bora Bora
Moorea
Taha’a
Rangiroa
WHERE TO STAY
Bora Bora: InterContinental Le Moana
Moorea: Sofitel Kia Ora
Taha’a: Le Taha’a Island Resort & Spa
Rangiroa: Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa
BEST TIME TO VISIT
May – October (dry season)
Swim with whales: August 1 – November 11
How to get around
Car rental
LANGUAGE
Official Language: French
CURRENCY
CFP Franc
who will love
FRENCH POLYNESIA
→ Avid divers & snorkelers. Sharks, rays, whales, schools of fish. The islands have it all.
→ Beach lovers. White sand. Crystal clear water. Your happy place.
→ Hikers. Moorea has some incredible hiking trails!
→ Foodies. The islands have a distinct foodie identity. Poisson cru, taro, coconut bread, firi firi. Try it all.
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