Tahiti's Natural Treasures
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Port
Papeete, French Polynesia
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$140
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4¼ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Head towards the east coast of Tahiti, where your first stop will be at Point Venus. This is the historic landing site for the European discoverers and evangelists that came to the Society Islands in the 1700s. It boasts the only lighthouse on the island, which was built in 1867.
Continue south, passing steep coastline, until you reach the Gauguin Restaurant, where you'll stop for a refreshment.
At the Spring Garden of Vaipahi, rare species of precious wood and tropical flowers grow in luxuriant splendor.
Enjoy a short photo stop at Maraa Fern Grotto Caves, visited by Captain Cook in 1769 and by Paul Gaugin. The caves starred in Gaugin's fictional novel Noa Noa.
The drive back to the pier takes you along the west coast, completing your full island drive around Tahiti-Nui.
Please note:
This tour is available only to guests whose cruise does not begin or end in Papeete. Tour operates primarily on paved roads; however, some road conditions may be bumpy. Guests who are pregnant or have a back or neck condition are not allowed to participate. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Bring insect repellent. Expensive clothing and jewelry should not be worn on tour. This tour is available only to guests whose cruise does not begin or end in Papeete.