7 Days: Polynesian Escape [ST-Tahiti2]
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Highlights & Inclusions
  • Accommodation - Tahiti (2 Nights), Bora Bora (4)
  • US Domestic Flights - not included (as per your own arrangements)
  • International Flights - Los Angeles to Papeete (Return)
  • Tahitian Domestic Flights - Papeete to Bora Bora (Return)
  • Day Tours - Tahiti: 4x4 Safari; Bora Bora: Jet Ski Guided Tour, 4WD Safari Adventure
  • Shuttle Transfers - Papeete Airport to Accommodation (Return), Bora Bora Airport to Accommodation (Return)
  • All Other Day Tours are Optional and not included
  • Visa only required for some South Pacific countries; $15 visa fee per person where applicable.
  • F.I.T. (Free & Independent Travel, i.e. this is not an Organized Group Tour)
  • All Taxes and Fuel Levies (Except where noted)
  • Itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to suit your needs.
Itinerary Details
(Day 1) - International Flight, Los Angeles to Papeete

Your flight is non-stop from Los Angeles to Papeete, French Polynesia.

Please confirm with the airline at check-in that they have all your Frequent Flyer information on record (if applicable).

(Day 1) - Shuttle Transfer, Papeete Airport to Accommodation

Travel from the airport to your vacation accommodation. (Includes Travel Documents Remittance)

(Days 1 to 3) - 2 Nights Accommodation in Tahiti

Ideal for travelers seeking romance and privacy. The Deluxe Ocean View rooms offer generous views over the white sandy beach and lush gardens of the resort, the crystal clear lagoon of Tahiti and the sister island of Moorea. Enjoy your 2 night stay on the Island of Tahiti.

Enjoy panoramic view across the turquoise waters of the lagoon and on to the nearby island of Moorea. Situated on a natural white sand beach, that is unique to the island of Tahiti. Located 9 miles from Papeete and 6 miles from the international airport of Tahiti Faa’ a, imakes it an ideal place for a stay on the island.

Discover the captivating beauty and colorful culture of the Punaauia region, where dramatic mountains, waterfalls, and azure waters await.

This modern and luxurious resort offers you the opportunity to awaken each of your senses. Located at the edge of a lagoon on one of the island’s most beautiful white sandy beaches. Bathe your senses in exceptional views of the lagoon, the island of Moorea and an the coral garden.

During your stay, we provide you with kayak, beach volleyball, snorkelling gear, ping-pong table and tennis court, and of course our large swimming pool with white bottom sand. Yoga and aquaerobic session every day

For a fee, guests can enjoy other activities, including paragliding, helicopter, boat, jet-ski, fishing and diving and local tour excursions to museums and local sights. In season, take advantage of a boat trip on the Pacific Ocean to observe whales, or visit the lagoon and see dolphins who swim near the hotel. On the East coast of the island, explore the tubes of lava of Hitiaa, ” 3 waterfalls ” and the blow hole.

(Day 2) - Day Tour, 4x4 Safari - Half Day

Take a 4×4 to the very heart of the island of Tahiti.

Admire the valley of Papenoo which is famous for its rivers and enjoy the incredible waterfall and tropical plant views. This is a relaxing place where you can really get back to nature. Don’t hesitate to ask your guide any questions that come to mind! Your guide will be present throughout the journey and will answer any questions you may have about local flora and fauna and geology.

Insider Tip: 'Le-Marche' Public Market in Papeete

Discover the true heart of Papeete – the 155 year old public market – called Le Marché.

Shop from hundreds of stands filled with Tahitian-made crafts, oils, vanilla, fruits, and flowers. The perfect place to find everything imaginable from all the islands. Open everyday except holidays, the market is especially colorful and lively on Sunday mornings when locals stock up for a day of family gatherings. Located two blocks from the waterfront by taxi from your resort.

Open Mon-Sat from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Sun 7:30 am to 9:00 am

Insider Tip: Roulottes in Vai'ete Square

Enjoy a unique and informal dinner or a memorable post-dinner dessert at Vai’ete Square.

Stop by the roulottes, or “food trucks,” that gather at the wharf in downtown Papeete each evening. Hungry visitors can wander among the dozens of roulottes to choose local fare. Unbelievably delicious meals – including stir fry, curry, roast pig, pizza, and flaming crêpes – can be had at bargain prices in a fun, local atmosphere.

Photo Credit: Tahiti Tourisme

(Day 3) - Shuttle Transfer, Papeete Accommodation to Airport

Travel from your vacation accommodation to the airport.

(Day 3) - Tahitian Domestic Flight, Papeete to Bora Bora

Travel within Tahiti by domestic air from Papeete to Bora Bora.

(Day 3) - Shuttle Transfer, Bora Bora Airport to Accommodation

Travel from the airport to your vacation accommodation.

(Days 3 to 7) - 4 Nights Accommodation in Bora Bora

Ideal for travelers seeking romance and privacy. Enjoy your 4 nights stay in Polynesian paradise.

The Overwater Bungalows offer the unique experience of a breathtaking glass floor, the largest on the island of Bora Bora. Located over the turquoise waters of the Pearl of the Pacific and nicely decorated with wooden materials combining contemporary and Polynesian designs, each bungalow offers direct access to the lagoon.

Situated on one of the finest beaches in the South Pacific, the resort is an ideal retreat for anyone seeking exclusive and ultimate privacy. There are no roads and no traffic, just peace, tranquility, and eye-catching tropical beauty.

There is also a wide selection of activities available at the resort. The following are provided free of charge: two infinity swimming pools, snorkeling equipment (fins, masks), kayak/outrigger canoes, pedal boats, ping pong, billiards, beach volleyball, stand-up paddleboards, and shuttle service to Anau.

Visit the Turtle Sanctuary, this care center, located in the heart of the resort, is unique in French Polynesia. A unique opportunity to meet, greet, and learn about marine turtles in their natural environment. You will observe their behavior and learn how they are cared for. We actively participate in the protection of sea turtles, including green turtles. A special program has been implemented to ensure a lively and successful future for the turtles in the ocean.

The Kaïnalu Canoe Club is also unique to the property, the first hotel to reintroduce this traditional French Polynesia boat. Guests can experience excursions on traditional sailing Polynesian canoes, enjoy a wave-tossed journey to the rhythm of the wind, and discover the most beautiful lagoon in the world. Take a ride in a traditional dugout canoe, and experience the heritage of Polynesian tradition.

For a fee, guests can enjoy an abundance of other activities, including jet-skiing, a catamaran cruise, a lagoonarium, parasailing, water-skiing, shark and ray feeding, deep-sea fishing, an aqua safari, and more. For an ultimate moment of relaxation, pamper yourself at the Wellness Centre with a menu of therapeutic body treatments, massages, and feet and hand treatments.

(Day 4) - Day Tour, Jet Ski Guided Tour

Go on an adventure around the Bora Bora lagoon on your own jet ski with your guide out in front.

This is the perfect opportunity to take in all the lagoon’s blue hues and snap some incredible photos of the island and lagoon (waterproof compartment for cameras on the jet ski). And why not sample some tasty local fruit whilst taking a break on the beach?

Photo Credit: Wim Lippens

Tour Operates: Daily

(Day 5) - Day Tour, 4WD Safari Adventure

Jump on board a 4×4 and explore the wild side of the Bora Bora mountains. Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of the lagoon from different viewpoints.

Learn all about the area’s flora and fauna, local customs and Bora Bora’s culture and history (such as the presence of the Americans during the Second World War) from your expert guides.

(Day 6) - Free Day to Explore Bora Bora

Free day to rest, relax or explore Bora Bora.

Lush tropical slopes and valleys blossom with hibiscus, while palm-covered motu circle the illuminated lagoon like a delicate necklace. Perfect white-sand beaches give way to emerald waters where colored fish animate the coral gardens as they greet the giant manta rays. This could be easily be described as the center of the romantic universe.

Photo Credit: T McKenna

Optional Day Tour (Not Included) - Shark Watching & Lagoonarium

This is the perfect way to spend half a day: shark and ray watching plus a visit to the Lagoonarium on a private motu where you can visit and swim in the 3 parks housing big fish, turtles, rays and sharks…Enjoy yourself at the motu and its beach before heading back to your hotel.

Embark on the lagoonarium boat for an amazing excursion on the blue lagoon of Bora Bora. First make a complete Circle Island Tour of the island enjoying the superb view of Mount Otemanu. You will then reach a diving spot near the reef, where the guide will attract Black Tipped reef sharks for you to observe from behind a rope or from the boat. The next stop is the Coral Garden. Snorkel down the light current and discover the rich marine life of this habitat.

At noon, disembark on a private motu (islet) where sits the Lagoonarium fish parks. Located in a total natural environment, the Lagoonarium offers you the opportunity to swim in 3 separate enclosed pools and enjoy close encounters with marine life (sharks, rays, jackfish, turtles, parrot-fish). The guides will show you how to approach these animals carefully.

Optional Day Tour (Not Included) - Sailing Sunset Cruise

Enjoy the incredible lagoon view of Bora Bora’s beautiful scenery from the comfort of the Tapatai catamaran’s trampoline. Melt into the picture postcard perfection of your peaceful and romantic surroundings.

Your on-board stewardess will tend to your needs and you will be served amuse-bouches and house cocktails as you glide by the Piti Aau motu with the wind billowing in the sails. Learn about the island’s history and legends before settling in for an unforgettable sunset.

Insider Tip: Bloody Mary's Restaurant

Visit the World Famous Bloody Mary’s Restaurant and Bar in Bora Bora.

Often frequented by celebrities, Blood Mary`s is known for its fresh food, signature cocktails and great ambiance. You`ll enjoy the catch of the day prepared to your liking, or choose from a selection of fresh dishes including crab, shrimp, steak, chicken, and vegetarian options.

Open Weeknights only and closed for the month of December.

(Day 7) - Shuttle Transfer, Bora Bora Accommodation to Airport

Travel from your vacation accommodation to the airport.

(Day 7) - Tahitian Domestic Flight, Bora Bora to Papeete

Travel within Tahiti by domestic air from Bora Bora to Papeete.

(Day 7) - International Flight, Papeete to Los Angeles

Your 8 hour flight is non-stop from Papeete, French Polynesia to Los Angeles.

  • a) All prices are USD$/person (including all Taxes). Subject to availability and seasonality. Other Conditions Apply (see Terms and Conditions).
  • b) Land Content Only represents the pricing for the full itinerary as detailed, except the International Flights from the USA (and return) are NOT included.
  • c) An Infant (Lapchild) must be less than 2 years old on the date of departure. Infant must travel with at least one adult. An infant with a seat pays the price of a Child.
  • d) A Child must be aged between 2-11 years on the date of departure. Child must travel with at least one adult.