Things to do in French Polynesia, French Polynesia: The Best Other Outdoor Activities

March 5, 2022 Vergie Nakamoto

Tahiti and Bora Bora are the most well known French Polynesian islands, thanks to their picture-perfect beaches and romantic ambiance. Indeed, these islands are ideal for handholding, with their lush landscapes and mood-setting features like lagoons and grottos. The heart-shaped island of Mo’orea makes a wonderful base for divers and snorkelers eager to explore its surrounding barrier reef system. Feeding the massive, sacred eels of Huahine is a one-in-a-lifetime way to experience an important local ritual.
Restaurants in French Polynesia

1. Jardin de Corail

Motu Tautau, 98733 French Polynesia
Excellent
83%
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5.0 based on 174 reviews

Jardin de Corail

Reviewed By 14Roger

The coral gardens are incredible. If staying at Le Taha'a you should cross over to the motu across the channel, walk towards the open sea area at the end and then get in. When you do be careful because that's where the current is strongest. To avoid the coral you can stay on the outside closest to the shoreline that you enter. For better scenery try to get into the middle of the channel asap. There are a ton of fish. Most are small. The exception was a giant trigger fish that was a little aggressive. He was about 1 foot tall and 1.5-2 feet long. They have nasty looking teeth too. He was right in the middle close to where the gardens start. You definitely need water shoes and if you have gloves, a rash guard/swim shirt, and board shorts even better. I went through 6-8 times over a few days and while sometimes I escaped unscathed, on 2 occasions I ended up with scrapes. I was being aggressive though and swimming in some tight areas and where the coral comes very close to the surface. On one occasion I swung my arm to paddle and my palm scraped the coral cutting me in a few places. On another occasions I scraped my knees and the side of my calf on coral. A week later it's still healing. Definitely worth the experience though. I recommend water shoes over flippers because when the water gets really shallow you may want to stand and walk out but you need to step around the coral. Some area are tight and flippers wouldn't fit where you're trying to step plus it's hard to walk in them anyways.

2. Huahine-kitetrip

Bp 909, 38731 French Polynesia 256262 http://www.huahine-kitetrip.com/
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Huahine-kitetrip

3. Bora Dream Pictures & Lagoon Tours

Excellent
95%
Good
3%
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5.0 based on 255 reviews

Bora Dream Pictures & Lagoon Tours

We are offering an all range of High Class Photography services and Photo tours. From stunning photo sessions at your resort to lagoon tours by boat including a gorgeous photoshoot, it’s always all about enjoying while doing your best photos ever! Doesn’t matter you are honeymooners or simply lovers, family, friends or single traveler, everybody is welcome to join this unique expérience. I'm a lifestyle & underwater photographer. My style is colorful and I keep things mostly natural. Under or above the water I like to capture candid and posed shots to capture true emotions. I've been told I'm fun to be around. I like to shoot in a relaxed atmosphere to make you feel comfortable and have the best time in front of the camera. I believe that everybody is photogenic and can look great in photos, it is just dependant on how good the feeling between the photographer and his models is…

4. Mt. Teurafaatiu

Vaiea French Polynesia
Excellent
85%
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5.0 based on 87 reviews

Mt. Teurafaatiu

Reviewed By treasurepv - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

This is a must do, but some of the rope climbing at the end was a bit scary for me. And I -- who exercise every day -- was so out of breath that I was scared I would faint. Had I taken it more slowly and stopped frequently, I would have enjoyed the climb. But on top it was awe-inspiring.

5. Raiatea Activities

Marina d Uturoa, Uturoa 98735 French Polynesia +(689)792627 [email protected] http://www.raiatea-activites.com
Excellent
80%
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5.0 based on 87 reviews

Raiatea Activities

6. Moorea Explorer

0 Moorea Temae PK, Maharepa 98728 French Polynesia +689 40 56 12 86 [email protected] http://www.mooreaexplorer.com
Excellent
69%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 104 reviews

Moorea Explorer

Reviewed By cocos089 - Munich, Germany

We have done the jet ski tour with Moorea Explorer and enjoyed it a lot. Driving a jet ski is so much fun. We visited the two bays made a stop to relax and had the chance to see sharks and stingrays when snorkeling in the lagoon. The tour is highly recommended!

7. Mount Tapioi

Uturoa 98735 French Polynesia
Excellent
75%
Good
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4.5 based on 106 reviews

Mount Tapioi

8. Vallee de la Papenoo

Pk 18 French Polynesia
Excellent
73%
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

Vallee de la Papenoo

Reviewed By Dany_Australia - Australia, null

Very scenic. Stopped many times to take in the beautiful views and natural beauty of this french island.

9. Mont Duff

Rikitea, Mangareva 98755 French Polynesia
Excellent
57%
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Mont Duff

10. Ile Aux Oiseaux

Motu Puarua French Polynesia
Excellent
47%
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44%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 75 reviews

Ile Aux Oiseaux

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