Tropical Delight: French Polynesia
Turquoise lagoons fringed by sugar-white sand and dense jungle, French Polynesia will leave you dreaming of frangipani and Tahitian pearls.
Comprising of more than 100 islands scattered across five archipelagos, French Polynesia is renowned for its A-list beaches and world-class dive sites.
Walk among giant bamboo in Tahiti’s botanical gardens before shopping for black-lip oyster pearls in Papeete. Tee off at a former sugar cane estate on the Olivier Breaud Golf Course. And discover dramatic coral reefs in the ‘valley of eagle rays’ on Bora Bora. Other must-do’s include kayaking around Raiatea lagoon (look out for ancient petroglyphs carved into basaltic stone) and sinking your toes into sand once graced by Tahitian royalty on the private atoll of Tetiaroa – now home to the exclusive Brando resort.
For thrill-seekers, Tiki Parc on Moorea offers five treetop assault courses.
Walk among giant bamboo in Tahiti’s botanical gardens before shopping for black-lip oyster pearls in Papeete. Tee off at a former sugar cane estate on the Olivier Breaud Golf Course. And discover dramatic coral reefs in the ‘valley of eagle rays’ on Bora Bora. Other must-do’s include kayaking around Raiatea lagoon (look out for ancient petroglyphs carved into basaltic stone) and sinking your toes into sand once graced by Tahitian royalty on the private atoll of Tetiaroa – now home to the exclusive Brando resort.
For thrill-seekers, Tiki Parc on Moorea offers five treetop assault courses.
Expert Insight
“Escape to paradise on Earth. Start your experience in Fakarava snorkelling with colourful fish or diving with manta rays. Nearby Toau is a favourite haunt of hammerhead sharks. Head to Rangiroa for pink sand beaches and a visit to a pearl farm. Opunohu Bay is a breathtaking anchorage that beckons an early morning paddle board, and diving and snorkelling is a must. The sea life is abundant, the water crystal clear and warm. Dive in and wander through the underwater canyons, swim by the dolphins, and relish in the silence of this magical world where turtles swim around colourful coral and grey sharks survey the area.”
Jason Whiting, Charter Broker, Monaco
Jason Whiting, Charter Broker, Monaco
This is an extract taken from the South Pacific & Southern Ocean destination feature in the 2024-2025 edition of LIVE THE EXCEPTIONAL, the Fraser Book of Luxury Yachting.
To discover our specialists’ insider tips for unmissable hotspots to experience in the stunning worldwide destinations you can explore by yacht, and find out what makes Fraser the number one choice for Owners, Charterers, Captains & Crew, read the full publication here.
To discover our specialists’ insider tips for unmissable hotspots to experience in the stunning worldwide destinations you can explore by yacht, and find out what makes Fraser the number one choice for Owners, Charterers, Captains & Crew, read the full publication here.
