“French Polynesia yacht charter, discovering black sand shores and rainforest cascades across the mountainous islands”
… and to Tahiti Nui and Tahiti It, the quintessential heartland of French Polynesia. Acclimatise to the local lifestyle on the beach at Pointe Vénus where shaded palms guard the distinctive black sands and historic visitors include Captains Cook and Bligh. Tread in their footsteps with a walk to view the peninsula’s famed lighthouse – the only one to be found on the island. Catch the action on Plage de Taharuu, a top surfing destination and popular weekend hangout for locals thanks to a long, crescent beach and great waves. Swap sea water for the jaw droppingly gorgeous sight of Faarumai Waterfalls. This cascading trio are a short forest walk away from civilisation and a not-to-be-missed experience.
Across the islands during a French Polynesia yacht charter, evenings can feel just as polished as the lagoons look. A night alongside on Tahiti often centres on Marina Taina in Punaauia, a useful base for reprovisioning with an easy social buzz on shore. Bars and restaurants line the pontoons; Pink Coconut is a well known stop, and the dining venue now called L’Instant Présent sits on the former Quai des Îles site.
Further west in the Society Islands, Raiatea is a practical pivot for crews and guests, with Apooiti offering berths close to Uturoa between lagoon anchorages.
For culture beyond the shoreline, marae sites reward a detour. Taputapuatea on Raiatea, now listed by UNESCO, anchors the wider Polynesian story, while Mahaiatea on Tahiti hints at the scale and significance of earlier ceremonial life. On the coastal road, the Grottes de Mara’a provide a cool, green pause: natural caves edged by dense vegetation, with clear pools and fern covered ceilings.
Tahiti Yacht Charter in Pictures
