Pension Manava

Ra'iatea & Taha'a

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This is a friendly, well-managed place with four spacious bungalows, all with kitchens and private bathrooms (hot water), dotting a tropical garden. There’s a bit of road noise, but nothing to lose sleep over. For swimming and snorkelling, ask to be dropped off on nearby Motu Iriru (1500 CFP, minimum four people).

Excursions to Marae Taputapuatea and Faaroa River are also available. No meals are made at the pension except breakfast (1000 CFP), but the owners can order a catering service direct to your bungalow or drive you to other snacks and restaurants for 500 to 1000 CFP per person. Airport transfers are free.

Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

  • Maeva

    Maeva

    29.52 MILES

    Prior to European influence, Maeva village, about 7km east of Fare, was the seat of royal power on the island. It’s mostly famous for its concentration of…

  • Matairea Hill Archaeological Sites

    Matairea Hill Archaeological Sites

    29.32 MILES

    This walk up Matairea Hill is a high point for anyone interested in archaeology. A signpost on the Fare side of Maeva, about 200m west from the Fare Potee…

  • Fare

    Fare

    26.45 MILES

    A visit to tiny Fare almost feels like stepping back in time, so perfectly does it capture the image of a sleepy South Seas port. There’s not a lot to do,…

  • Joe Dassin Beach

    Joe Dassin Beach

    9.85 MILES

    On Taha’a, if you’re willing to take a bit of a walk you can get to deserted Joe Dassin Beach, on the southwest side of the island, a 15-minute walk along…

  • Marae Anini

    Marae Anini

    29.53 MILES

    Right on the southern tip of Huahine Iti, Marae Anini was a community marae made of massive coral blocks. The comparatively recent construction was…

  • Vaitape

    Vaitape

    28.37 MILES

    The island’s main settlement, Vaitape is not the most evocative town, but it's a great place to do a bit of shopping, take care of banking needs and just…

  • Fish Traps

    Fish Traps

    29.72 MILES

    Beside the bridge coming off Motu Ovarei are a number of V-shaped fish traps, made from rocks. They have been here for centuries and some are still in use…

  • Lake Fauna Nui

    Lake Fauna Nui

    28.38 MILES

    About 2km north of Fare, the main sealed road runs along the inland side of Lake Fauna Nui. It’s also possible to turn off to the airport and take the…

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Nearby Ra'iatea & Taha'a attractions

1. Waterfall

0.46 MILES

Along the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike, it’s an easy stroll to the first (the smallest) waterfall, which has a great swimming hole. Though…

2. Waterfall

0.54 MILES

The second waterfall you'll pass along the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike. After passing this waterfall, the trail follows the riverbed…

3. Waterfall

0.58 MILES

The third waterfall on the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike is the most splendid – a 40m beauty with a fabulous swimming hole at its basin.

7. Ferme Perlière Champon

7.32 MILES

This well-run pearl farm/shop is known for its high-quality mounted and loose pearls. It’s at the southeastern end of Apu Bay.

8. Maison de la Vanille

9.48 MILES

On the right of the road into Haamene is this small family-run operation where you can see vanilla preparation and drying processes and also purchase…