French Polynesia · TAHITI TOURS
Tahiti is the island everyone lands on and too many skip. These 15 take in the coast road, the waterfalls of the interior, the black-sand east side and the boat trips out to the reef, and they are the cheapest days out in French Polynesia.
Review of Tahiti Eden Tours’ five-hour island loop, with waterfalls, caves, beaches, culture, pricing, guides, and practical booking advice.
“A good way to get an overview of the main sites to see in Tahiti. A great guide that provided history and insight of life in Tahiti.”
Cross Tahiti’s rugged interior by open-air 4x4, with waterfalls, river crossings, mountain views, swimming basins, and local stories.
“It’s the road of a million VERY DEEP potholes!! We really enjoyed the entire excursion and our guide was fabulous. We are in our 70’s and it was still good!!”
Explore Tahiti’s remote interior by 4x4, with waterfalls, Vaihiria Lake, cultural stories, river swimming, fruit, and mountain views.
“This was the perfect way to explore the inner island of Tahiti. Had we not done this tour there is so much we would not have been able to see! Waterfalls, stunning views, beautiful flowers – there was always something to admire! Our guide did a great job of keeping the group on track/safe but having fun with it. He was funny, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. Unlike some of the other guides he grew up in the mountains and knows it like the back of his hand. Navigating the roads through the mountain is no easy task (very much offroad) and he handled it like a champ. Still a bumpy…”
Taste Moorea’s local food with a native chef, visiting snack shops, fruit stands, and cafes while learning about Polynesian culture.
“Really enjoyed our day. Enjoyed great food and drink tastings and loved seeing the countryside. Plus we had some time for shopping. Very little walking was required and the group is small, so you get to know everyone.”
Review of Unique Tahiti’s small-group east coast tour, with waterfalls, black-sand beaches, local artists, history, views, pricing, and practical tips.
“Well done tour, friendly & knowledgeable guide. Thoughtful stops that encompassed a variety of options for both male & female visitors.”
Explore Tahiti’s rainforest, waterfalls, rivers, and archaeological sites on an 8-hour 4x4 safari through the Papenoo Valley.
“What a experience of a lifetime...pick up was on time. Eric our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and just plain fun...U met some wonderful people. Would never have seen inside of the real Tahiti with the mountains and waterfalls if not for this adventure. It's a bumbby trip, but we all laughed and had a great time. It's not your usual touristy trip”
Review of Unique Tahiti’s west coast tour, with black beaches, marae, gardens, caves, local culture, pricing, and practical booking advice.
“Excellent guide. Great itinerary. Some flexibility with weather and stops and participant’s preferences made it a really great day.”
Explore Tahiti’s waterfalls, marae, black-sand beaches, gardens, and history on a flexible five-hour private island tour from Papeete.
“Right on time and a great mini van to travel in. Our guide Vetea was amazing! He was friendly and very knowledgeable about the local flora and kept us on our schedule but allowed us time to walk at our slower pace. He shared insight on life in Tahiti. We highly recommend this tour and our friend Vetea to other travelers.”
Sail from Tahiti to Tetiaroa for a guided island walk, local meals, reef snorkeling, and a full day in French Polynesia.
“It was the highlight of our stay A bit longer on the island would be wonderful”
Review of Unique Tahiti’s 8-hour small-group tour to Teahupoo, with waterfalls, sacred sites, local lunch, and an optional surf-spot boat ride.
“This was a fabulous tour. We did the Western Tahiti full day tour. Tracey, the owner, was our guide for the day. She took us to meet local people and taught us abouit their normal way of life. Tracey has been in Tahiti for 20+ years and is marriRead more”
Review of Tahiti’s half-day snorkeling tour, with dolphins, wrecks, turtles, tropical fish, fruit, drinks, safety notes, and booking advice.
“Meeting at the green gate in Papeete was easy. The tour is limited to 12 people due to the size of the boat. There were only 5 on our tour. Tour Guide made multiple stops. We saw multiple dolphins and even a late whale wit pup. Great snorkeling event.”
Review of Tahiti By Boat’s respectful whale excursion, with humpbacks, dolphins, snorkeling, fruit, drinks, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“There is nothing bad to say about this excursion. The boat picked us up on time and the Captain Moana and crew member Israel were very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw Spinner Dolphins in the Lagoon before heading out to the Read more”
Review of Tahiti Nui Island’s half-day circle tour, with museums, waterfalls, black-sand beaches, gardens, guide tips, and booking advice.
“What experience, our time was changed after confirmation back in Australia requesting a PM tour, to have it changed and not receiving notification till after the fact that we were left to wait for a tour that was not showing up and having to rely on another tour company to sRead more”
Review of a private Tahiti half-day tour from Papeete, with waterfalls, gardens, Point Venus, custom stops, hotel pickup, and local guides.
“Amazing tour of the island with Damian - he gave us so much Interesting information about the area - we saw all the main sites - trip was very much enjoyed by our family group - would highly recommend tour and guide to others”
Review of Tahiti’s private 5-hour circle island tour, with waterfalls, marae, gardens, black sand beaches, local stories, and flexible pickup.
“I can’t say enough how much we enjoyed our day with Max, our guide for our half day tour of Tahiti. He met us at the ferry terminal and took us on a wonderful half day tour around the island. His knowledge about the history, geology, geography and current and past events regarding French Polynesia was astounding. The stops we made at waterfalls, botanical gardens and other wonderful vistas were a perfect compliment. When the tour was done he dropped us off at the airport in time for our evening flight. I would highly recommend this tour for any one wanting a comprehensive tour of Tahiti.”
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