Papeete tahiti

Papeete, Tahiti, might seem a scruffy stopover city, but the shopping is great, the churches are pretty, and ... the roulottes.

Home to the capital city of Papeete, Tahiti is the economic center of French Polynesia. Since all flights arrive through Faa'a International Airport, your tailored Tahiti vacation will begin and end in Papeete. Tahiti strikes an interesting contrast to some of the more quiet, secluded islands in the region; and with a selection of wonderful and convenient Tahiti resorts available, you will never regret staying.

We have 2 days here on Bora Bora, after a day at sea traveling from the Cook Islands back to the Society Islands of French Polynesia, shown here. Bora Bora is surrounded by a large reef, enclosing the island and a beautiful lagoon. Notice there is only one place that a ship can enter the lagoon. We are anchored just off Vaitape, and take a tender to the town. These kids were have a great time getting their outrigger canoes into the wake of the tender and getting a free ride. They were here…

Papeete, French Polynesia The capital of French Polynesia on Tahiti Island, this destination is renowned for its ideal white sandy beaches and explorable lagoons. Also, check out the vibrant nightlife centered around the ferry docks. Contact us now to experience this island getaway! #frenchpolynesia #papeete #tahiti #islandtime #whitebeaches www.windrosetraveladvisors.com

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

The Intercontinental Tahiti Resort is a deluxe property stretching along the lagoon, a short 3 km from the Airport & 6 km from Papeete.

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

Wondering if there are things to do in Papeete, Tahiti for a layover or longer? Begin your Tahitian dreams, enjoy the views and explore the island.

Papeete, Tahiti

(Bora bora) Bora Bora was formed after a series of volcanic eruptions on the ocean floor caused lava to break through the surface of the ocean. Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort at one time, Bora Bora towered 1,200m above the surrounding sea and 5,400m above its base. When the volcano became extinct, no fresh lava added to Bora Bora's size and the forces of erosion took over. Wind and rain wore away softer rocks, leaving harder stone to form a tall, jagged outline.