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French Polynesia
Welcome to Polynesia, this land at the end of the world, a string of small islands spread across 2,000 km of ocean.
As expected, we will begin our journey in Tahiti, where we'll head to the “Petit Tahiti” peninsula for our first walk along the shore of the Ronui volcano. It's a fairly well-known spot, as it's here that the famous Teahupo'o Olympic wave hits a few times a year, attracting the best surfers in the world.
Then, a four hour flight will take us next to the equator, where the magnificent Marquesas Islands are nestled. We will spend half of our trip exploring Hiva Oa, Tahuata and Nuku Hiva.
We will land on the island of Hiva Oa. The Marquesans' kindness will be evident at the landing, where we will be welcomed with flowers and necklaces. In the following days, we will search for the Tikis (ancient stone statues nestled in the heart of the rainforest), swim on black-sand beaches, savour French and Polynesian cuisine, explore the islands' history, and, of course, enjoy the natural beauty of the landscapes. Hiva Oa is also the final resting place of Jacques Brel, one of the greatest French-speaking singers, and the painter Paul Gauguin, whose paintings hang in the world's greatest museums.
We will discover the rich culture of the Marquesas at Puamau and Tohua Upeke, search for a Tiki at Hanapaaoa and petroglyphs at Tehueto. We will swim and walk at Hanatekuua. In this beautiful bay, we may also camp.
We will visit Tahuata, the island just south of Hiva Oa. It's a short boat ride across the turquoise ocean waters to the small village of Hapatoni. From there, we will walk along a road that winds through the forest to the village of Vaitahu.
After 5 or 6 days on Hiva Oa, we'll take a short flight to Nuku Hiva, the largest island in the Marquesas. Our first hike will be near the village of Anaho, in the far north, where we can likely set up a tent camp. Our second excursion will take us to the south of the island, to the valley of Hakaui, which we will reach by boat. A walk through the rainforest will take us to the highest waterfall of Polynesia.
Then, we will return to the Society Islands near Tahiti, at Raiatea and Bora Bora. In Raiatea, we will visit the famous Marae Taputapuatea site, which was the nerve centre of Polynesian culture that extended as far as the Cook Islands, Hawaii, and even New Zealand. From all these islands, Polynesian people came to Taputapuatea to participate in religious ceremonies. They left with a stone that served as a cultural link and became the foundation stone of a new temple.
We will then conclude our trip with a 20-minute flight to Bora Bora and its legendary lagoon, where we will spend two to three days.
I would also like to explore the island of Moorea, which can be reached by ferry from Tahiti. I haven't had time to explore it, but it's a destination we should love. I am thinking of including it at the beginning of our trip, after the hike on Ti Tahiti.
By planning this trip from late September to early October, we'll have a pleasant time visiting the islands while avoiding school holidays.
From Tahiti, you can continue your journey to Hawaii, Easter Island, or New Zealand.
It's also a good starting point for Chile and the WW tour of Patagonia! ;)
Tour details
French Polynesia
Les Marquises Islands, Austral Islands, Society Islands (Tahiti)
Three-week Discovery Tour
Start: November / December 2025
Finish: November / December 2025
Duration: 3 weeks at least
The expedition starts at 8 a.m. on the nominated date at Tahiti. We will travel by plane to explore the Islands of Les Marquises, the Austral Islands. The Society Islands can also be reached by boat.
Inclusions:
Transports between the islands
Accommodation
Pensions
Experienced guide with extensive knowledge of the area
Exclusions:
Restaurants
Optional activities:
You can keep exploring the islands of French Polynesia at the end of the tour.
Visiting Hawaii and Easter Island.
Please look at the equipment list to ensure you have the right equipment. Click Here.
PHOTO DESCRIPTION
Welcome to Polynesia, this land at the end of the world, a string of small islands spread across 2,000 km of ocean.
French Polynesia is a surprising world with five distinct areas. To the north are Les Marquises Island, to the South are the Austral Islands and the Society Islands, where Tahiti is.
As expected, we will begin our journey in Tahiti, where we'll head to the “Petit Tahiti” peninsula for our first walk along the shore of the Ronui volcano. It's a fairly well-known spot, as it's here that the famous Teahupo'o Olympic wave hits a few times a year, attracting the best surfers in the world.
Then, a four hour flight will take us next to the equator, where the magnificent Marquesas Islands are nestled. We will spend half of our trip on the fascinating Marquesas Islands.
We will land on the island of Hiva Oa. The kindness of the Marquesan will operate at the landing, where we will be welcomed with flowers and necklaces. In the following days, we will search for the Tikis (ancient stone statues nestled in the heart of the rainforest)
swim on black-sand beaches,
savour French and Polynesian cuisine,
explore the islands' history,
and, of course, enjoy the natural beauty of the landscapes.
Hiva Oa is also the final resting place of Jacques Brel, one of the greatest French-speaking singers,
and that of the painter Paul Gauguin, whose paintings hang in the greatest museums in the world.
We will discover the rich culture of the Marquesas at Puamau and Tohua Upeke, search for a Tiki at Hanapaaoa and petroglyphs at Tehueto. We will swim and walk at Hanatekuua. In this beautiful bay, we may also camp.
We will visit Tahuata, the island just south of Hiva Oa. It's a short boat ride across the turquoise ocean waters to the small village of Hapatoni. From there, we will walk along a road that winds through the forest to the village of Vaitahu.
After 5 or 6 days on Hiva Oa, we'll take a short flight to Nuku Hiva, the largest island in the Marquesas. Our first hike will be near the village of Anaho, in the far north, where we can likely set up a tent camp.
Our second excursion will take us to the south of the island, to the valley of Hakaui, which we will reach by boat. A walk through the rainforest will take us to the highest waterfall of Polynesia.
Then, we will return to the Society Islands near Tahiti, at Raiatea and Bora Bora. In Raiatea, we will visit the famous Marae Taputapuatea site, which was the nerve centre of Polynesian culture that extended as far as the Cook Islands, Hawaii, and even New Zealand. From all these islands, Polynesian people came to Taputapuatea to participate in religious ceremonies. They left with a stone that served as a cultural link and became the foundation stone of a new temple.
We will then conclude our trip with a 20-minute flight to Bora Bora and its legendary lagoon, where we will spend two to three days.
I would also like to explore the island of Moorea, which can be reached by ferry from Tahiti. I haven't had time to explore it, but it's a destination we should love. I am thinking of including it at the beginning of our trip, after the hike on Ti Tahiti.
By planning this trip from late November to early December 2026, we'll have a pleasant time visiting the islands while avoiding school holidays.
From Tahiti, you can continue your journey to Hawaii, Easter Island, or New Zealand.
It's also a good starting point for Chile and the WW tour of Patagonia! ;)
Above all, do not hesitate to contact me if this voyage interests you.
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