Tahiti and her Islands

Tahiti and her islands exude a laid back tranquility. There are romantic sunsets as giant curls of turquoise water break over reefs. Remote and pristine the islands really are a place where nature dominates. It is a great place to go to truly get away from it all.

Faces Facts

Climate: Temperate but cooled by gentle sea breezes. There are two main seasons humid (hot and wet) from November to March. The cool and dry season is from April to October.

Best time to dive: It is possible to dive year round

What you can see: Sharks: lemon, grey, reef, black, white, silver tip and hammerheads. Also turtles, stingrays, eagle rays, dolphins, and humpback whales

Visibility: 30-50m (98-150ft.)

Water Temperature: 26-29°C (78-84°F)

Languages Spoken: French and Tahitian

Currency: French Pacific Franc

ATM’s and Banks: ATM’s are common on Tahiti with a few on the smaller islands. All major credit cards are accepted.

Time Zone: UTC-9 to UTC-10

Voltage: 110V/220V/60HZ (American style 2 prong plugs)

Health Regulations: Please consult your doctor or nearest health authorities for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure.

Visa Requirements: Australian, EU nationals are not required to have a visa for stays of up to 3 months, Canada and American nationals can stay for up to one month. Nationals not referred to above are advised to contact the embassy/high commission to check visa requirements. For more up to date information on visa requirements check www.tahiti-tourisme.com

Top Tip

Humpback whale watching is possible between July and October in the waters of Rurutu. Wonder around Papeetes (the capital) public market “Le Marche”. The market really comes to life on Sunday but can be visited any day of the week.