Tahiti Nui &Tahiti Iti (8-Hour Full Day Tour)

We start with a short drive through Papeete then continue on to the East Coast of Tahiti with its plunging hillsides, luxuriant vegetation through which waterfalls such as Vaimahuta, flow. Venus Point is of historical importance and a popular beach. Weather permitting, when we reach the peninsula of Tahiti iti we can climb to the Belverdere and admire the view. Back down at sea level we continue on to Teahupoo the olympic surf site. there will be an opportunity for lunch at a local cafe or restaurant (not included) Vaipahi Water Gardens were once a sacred site for the Teva where chiefs were cleansed of their earthly stains before becoming part of a sacred object. Today the gardens are full of lily pools and eels and tropical plants. Maraa fern cave is the remnant of an ancient lava flow, now used as a swimming hoile. We finish with a visit to the Marae where Tikis reign and Polynesians made offerings to their ancestors. The tour can be personalised to include the Museum of Tahiti if wished

- Departing from Papeete we will drive past the highlights of the town including the Stret art, market and Presidence we then continue to the Tahara'a View - Venus Point - Vaimahuta waterfall - Belvedere view Taravao - Stop for lunch, (cost not included) - Vaipahi Water Gardens - Mara'a Fern cave - Marae Arahurahu sacred site - Return to Papeete Please bring with you sunscreen and mosquito repellant. Most sites have gravel paths so wear appropriate footwear.