Villa Tonoi

Ra'iatea & Taha'a


It's well worth the short but steep drive up to these spotless, modern and comfortable kitchen-equipped bungalows with magnificent views over the Teavapiti Pass to Huahine (look for whales from your terrace from October to November). But what really stands out here are friendly hosts Laura and Kevin, who go above and beyond to ensure their guests have a great time.

There's a small bar (with excellent prices), and for meals besides breakfast (1500 CFP) a catering service can deliver to your door. You're also only 1.5km from Uturoa, which is a hot and sticky, but doable, walk from the pension. There's a two-night minimum stay.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Ra'iatea & Taha'a attractions

1. Waterfall

1.53 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

1.56 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

1.58 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.

5. Ferme Perlière Champon

5.84 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

8 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…