Fare Vai Nui

Ra'iatea & Taha'a


A row of small yet very comfortable and polished wooden bungalows line a gorgeous stretch of blue water with Bora Bora in the distance. Even though the road sits close by, this part of the island is so peaceful that few cars drive by. Locals drive all the way here in decent numbers to dine at the respected restaurant.

The beach isn't great for swimming, but you can jump off the pontoon, grab a free kayak to explore the nearby motu or take a dip in the tiny pool. It's run by a French family and the welcome isn't going to knock your socks off, but it's completely reasonable.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Ra'iatea & Taha'a attractions

2. Waterfall

5.73 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.

3. Waterfall

5.76 MILES

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

4. Waterfall

5.83 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…

7. Ferme Perlière Champon

11.39 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. Joe Dassin Beach

13.01 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…