Points of Interest
- Polynesian Marae
- 4WD Excursion
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Raiatea, known as the sacred island was the center of royalty, religion, culture and history. It is also a lush tropical garden with verdant mountains, waterfalls and rivers. This tour features a four-wheel-drive safari ride to the interior of the island, among green tropical vegetation of bamboo forests, chestnut, mango and guava trees; you will have the chance to overlook a small vanilla plantation. The final stop is at the Marae Taputapuatea, the sacred site from where the ancient Polynesians departed to discover the other islands that form the Polynesian Triangle-Hawaii, New Zealand and Easter Island.
Special Notes:
Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair. There is no storage space for wheelchairs in the 4x4 vehicles. 4x4 vehicles or ATVs or similar may be used and will include rough off-road driving and steep ascents and descents. Not suitable for guests with a bad back, for pregnant women or persons who suffer from motion sickness or vertigo. Wear comfortable appropriate attire including walking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent and sunglasses. Bring bottled water and a towel. Expensive clothing or jewelry should not be worn on tour.Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Transit to Faaroa View
- Transport type:
- Safari Van
- Travel time:
- 00.15
FAAROA VIEW
- Time at site:
- 00.05
Transit to BAMBOO FOREST / COCONUT PLANTATION
- Transport type:
- Safari Van
- Travel time:
- 00.10
BAMBOO FOREST / COCONUT PLANTATION
- Time at site:
- 00.10
Transit to VANILA PLANTATION
- Transport type:
- Safari Van
- Travel time:
- 01:15
VANILA PLANTATION
- Time at site:
- 00.20
Transit to MARAE TAPUTAPUATEA
- Transport type:
- Safari Van
- Travel time:
- 00.05
MARAE TAPUTAPUATEA
- Time at site:
- 00.30
Return to Ship
- Transport type:
- Safari Van
- Travel time:
- 00.35