Explore All the Things to Do on The Islands of Tahiti

Things to Do in French Polynesia

Imagine strolling on a black sand beach fringed by coconut palms or diving into a turquoise lagoon teeming with colorful marine life. The Islands of Tahiti conjures images of romance and adventure. 

One of the best ways to spend your time in The Islands of Tahiti is to simply lounge on a beach and bask in the sunshine at the resort of your choice. However there are many things to see and things to do in French Polynesia Tahiti besides lounging on the pristine shorelines. 

The islands in French Polynesia are a verdant tropical paradise. Made up of five archipelagos: the Society Islands, the Tuamotu Islands, the Gambier Islands, the Marquesas Islands, and the Austral Islands, French Polynesia, also known as The Islands of Tahiti, offers visitors various activities. 

Spend a day on the Island of Taha’a, home to 80% of Tahitian vanilla production, or take a half-day jeep tour through Bora Bora’s island’s rough interior. Hike to one of the island’s many waterfalls or see why divers come from all over the world to explore the wonders beneath the surface of French Polynesia. 

What to Do in Tahiti

Imagine strolling on a black sand beach fringed by coconut palms or diving into a turquoise lagoon teeming with colorful marine life. The Islands of Tahiti conjures images of romance and adventure. 

With 118 islands scattered across the South Pacific, there are so many things to do when visiting Tahiti you’ll be hard-pressed to accomplish them all. 

The largest island of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, and most popular, is the island of Tahiti. With its endless activities to choose from and places to see it’s no wonder some visitors never make it off the main island. 

From exploring the beaches of Tahiti Iti, Tahiti’s smaller, less populated sister island on the southern coast to its bigger twin, Tahiti Nui. Tahiti Nui is more popular and closer to Papeete, the capital of French Polynesia. 

If you’re itching for adventure, you can hike Mount Aorai, the second tallest peak in French Polynesia. It is a volcanic peak on the Island of Tahiti and features hiking & climbing routes. While the mountain offers some of the most beautiful views in the world, the hike is a 9.5 mile out and back trail, so be sure to plan accordingly. 

Once you have explored Tahiti island, you can hop over to Bora Bora and stay a night in an overwater bungalow or take an unforgettable lagoon tour. Then jump on a less than an hour flight from Bora Bora to the island of Moorea to take in the incredible natural landscapes. 

From exploring the white sand beaches of Bora Bora to sampling island fare at food trucks in the Papeete Market, if you’re looking for things to do in French Polynesia, you’ll discover plenty of activities to make your trip unforgettable.