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The Mana Experience

The Islands of Tahiti is made up of 118 islands and atolls grouped into 5 archipelagos. Each one offers a unique sensory experience and breathtaking scenery. Set off to meet the Polynesians and let them guide you and advise you on your activities, so you can experience the Mana and authenticity of The Islands of Tahiti.

The myth

From The Islands of Tahiti

Much more than a tropical paradise, The Islands of Tahiti are islands of love, magic and legends.

Home to numerous archaeological sites bearing witness to the grandeur of the ancestral Maohi culture, The Islands of Tahiti have attracted poets, painters, writers, whalers, traders, hoteliers, deserters, sailors, travellers and explorers.

Gastronomy

The famous raw fish with coconut milk from The Islands of Tahitihas made Polynesian cuisine internationally famous. Fresh raw fish, a few vegetables mixed with coconut milk and a subtle zest of lemon: this is the ultimate recipe to delight your taste buds. Polynesian cuisine and local produce are renowned for their quality. In fact, Polynesians regularly incorporate the delicate scent of vanilla and freshly squeezed coconut milk into their recipes! Visit our Gastronomy page for more recipes.

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Wellness & Spa

The Islands of Tahiti is a life-size spa. The clear waters of its lagoons are a veritable open-air therapy. If you want to extend your moments of relaxation, a large majority of hotels and cruise ships offer traditional massages and a wide range of signature treatments.

The Islands of Tahiti, with its idyllic setting and generous, benevolent nature, is the ideal place for relaxation and regeneration.

Diving

Calm lagoons, a pleasant climate and steady trade winds make The Islands of Tahiti one of the best places in the world to dive. Off the passes, divers can observe a very wide range of animals, including blacktip sharks, grey sharks, manta rays and an incredible diversity of fish.

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Tahitian pearl

Usually black, but also aubergine, green, grey and even white, the Tahitian pearl fascinates with its infinite palette of colours. As a necklace, earring, ring or bracelet, the Tahitian pearl will undoubtedly sublimate the wearer. Discover all the secrets of this jewel…

The Tīfaifai

The word tīfaifai literally means “blanket” in Tahitian. Introduced in the XIXᵉ century, this patchwork art has gradually become embedded in local culture, to the point of becoming a strong identity marker. Made from brightly coloured fabrics, the tīfaifai is made up of patterns meticulously cut and then assembled to form a harmonious mosaic.

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Polynesian experiences

Discover the treasures of The Islands of Tahiti with its bungalows on stilts, its delicious cuisine and, of course, its exceptional lagoons.

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Weddings

Known as the perfect destination for a honeymoon, The Islands of Tahiti are also the perfect place for an unforgettable wedding.

Marae and sacred sites

In Polynesian culture,maraeare sacred places that serve as religious, social and political centres. They are generally stone platforms, often rectangular, used for ceremonies, religious rituals or community meetings. Themaraewere places where chiefs and priests paid homage to the ancestors and gods.

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Hidden paradises

Often less well known than the legendary islands of Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora, there are many hidden Tahitian paradises to discover, including Huahine, Raiatea, Taha’a, Maupiti, the Tuamotu atolls, the southern Austral islands and the Marquesas Islands. These islands are reputed to be the destination’s best-kept secrets.

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Tuamotu Islands

The Tuamotu Islands, located to the north-east of the Society Islands, are made up of a dazzling array of islands and atolls. The atolls of Rangiroa, Manihi, Tikehau and Fakarava offer exceptional activities, with world-renowned diving spots, deep-sea fishing and quality accommodation.