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Society islands: Ia ora na

The Society Islands, a group composed of theindward Islands (Tahiti, Moorea) and the leeward Islands (Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora Bora and Maupiti) are all high, volcanic islands surrounded by lagoons.

Society islands : ia ora na
The Leeward Islands are thought to be the original and, the mythical motherland of ancient polynesians, from which came gods, sacred words nd traditions. The archipelago holds some of polynesia’s most famous islands, all reachable by plane : they are the most visited and this is where mall hotels and pensions are the most developed.
Explore the sister islands Tahiti and Moorea, islands of the great frontier or Tahiti nui, sacred Raiatea and scarred Tahaa, wild Huahine that ives birth to women, Porapora the protection ome and pearl of the Pacific, or Maupiti and its double pestle makers. Here you will find the erfect balance between mountain jungle and serene lagoons, between culture and farniente, between white sand and black sand, between ageold myths and legendary traditions...


The Society archipelago has many assets :


Breathtaking excursions …
4WD safaris to impressive waterfalls, hikes on idge trails and up the highest peaks, thematic visits to botanical gardens and tropical crops will atisfy all tastes and fitness levels.

Fairy-tale lagoons …
With their ocean passes slashed into the coral arrier, the lagoons of the Society Islands are the home of more than a hundred species of colorful fish. Coral gardens, spectacular underwater coral alls, antique sea wrecks in some islands all isplay their treasures to both confirmed and eginning divers. With a simple mask and snorkel, wimmers will live unforgettable moments…

Exceptional quality of life…
The Society Islands, with some of the major tourist destination of Tahiti and her Islands and remarkable hotels, are a haven of silence and quiet in a preserved environment. The reef waves of Teahupoo and other world-famous spots also attract surfers from all over the globe !

All the water activities you dreamed of …
Sports fishing, water ski, para-gliding, kitesurf, sailing a sailboat, a motor boat or an outrigger canoe… from tourist navigation to the newest water sports, every activity is available in the Society Islands, equipped with ultra-modern facilities and infrastructures. The reef waves of Teahupoo and other world-famous spots also attract surfers from all over the planet!
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