4x4 Tour – Culture, Crafts and Agritourism in Raiatea
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Cruise Special: the best DE Raiatea EN 3h30!
The “Raiatea Immersion” tour takes you to discover DE cultural and artisanal treasures of the island, as well as local agricultural products.
The program may vary slightly depending on the season and weather:
- Pearl farm: secrets DE Tahitian pearls
Marae DE Taputapuatea, registered with UNESCO: immerse yourself in Polynesian history
- Discovery of a faapu (local vegetable garden) and demonstrations around DE la nut DE coco
- Local productions according to the season (honey, fruit, tamanu....)
Check-out Uturoa ferry terminal
8:30/13h (or later depending on your stopover - write to us)
4 - 8 participants
The + DE this excursion:
- Timing optimized for cruise passengers
- Discovery DE local products and possible purchases (CB from 20 dollars)
- Cultural immersion EN small group
- EN 4x4 transport to explore the interior DE the island (vehicle designed for everyone’s comfort)
Book your unforgettable stopover now!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided explanations in French and English
Tasting of local fruits and juices
Purchases made in shops or from local producers must be paid on-site.
What To Expect
Raiatea Pearl
Dive into the fascinating world of Tahitian pearls — a true emblem of Polynesia — and learn the secrets behind their cultivation. Discover each step of the process, from oyster farming to the extraction of these precious gems. You’ll gain insight into the economic importance for the Polynesian islands and, of course, have the opportunity to take home a unique souvenir if you wish!
Taputapuatea Marae
Explore this sacred site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a true spiritual and cultural center of the Polynesian Triangle. This historic place is where ancient Polynesian navigators performed ceremonies before their great voyages. You’ll discover the importance of ancestral beliefs and rituals that shaped the daily life of local communities.
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4x4 Tour – Culture, Crafts and Agritourism in Raiatea
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour!
G4492XWjacquelinew,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour with Hubert (sp) as our guide. Beautiful island. Hubert was so informative regarding plants and also wildlife. We even stopped at his home to see his garden and honey bees. Amazing!
Raiatea In Bloom
John A,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00As well as the island vantage points we visited the ancient unesco worship areas and treated to a real flaura and fauna experience culminating with samples of local fruits, juices and honey all provided from our guides garden. Top marks to Hubert and his eco garden and ably assisted by Estoban with further explanations and translations. Both interesting characters. Nice relaxing trip with no real 4x4 off roading bone shaking.
Maururu!
751briannet,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. As Māori he was able to relate stories to our culture and allowed us to have time at Taputapuatea. I loved going to his garden to see his produce. An amazing experience
Loved our guide and his love for his village and island
Richard N,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience. Saw many great sites. Especially enjoyed our tour guide, Tau, and his wife. Very personable. You could tell that he had a great love of and pride in his village and island home. Great experience.
It was the most fun we had!
Soichiro W,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had already decided where to go, but they arranged the plan based on the weather and other factors. He also taught me more about Polynesian culture and history, which was very interesting! He also explained the plants and fruits on the island and showed me his garden. If you want to learn more about the island, Polynesian culture and history, this is the place for you! Thank you so much for your support!
History, Plants, Pearls and Heartfelt Hospitality
dorothymaclachlan,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most incredible experience on Raiatea with Hubert as our guide. He was absolutely amazing—so knowledgeable about the island’s history and the many different plants we came across. If you love plants, I highly recommend this tour, as Hubert’s knowledge and passion in this area is second to none. We also visited a local pearl expert who shared fascinating insights into the craft, and we were able to admire some truly stunning pieces available for purchase. What made the tour even more special was Hubert welcoming us to his property. He showed us his sustainable lifestyle, which included making honey and amazing natural insect repellent, and a tour of his beautiful garden. We feel truly blessed to have been part of this tour it was informative, inspiring, and unforgettable.
Land tour of Raiatea
Heidi J,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Hubert communicated with us prior to the tour and gave exact information about where he would pick us up. He was early and we started the tour with a drive around the populated area of the island. We soon entered the rural area and were treated to stunning views of the lagoons and jungle landscape. Hubert gave us valuable information only a local would know about the best scenic places to visit on Raiatea after the tour. I highly recommend this tour as it was informative and Hubert obviously cared deeply about the island and the history of Polynesia.
The island told by a passionate
Charline V,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a magnificent authentic excursion, with information about Raiatea told by Hubert with humor and kindness. I highly recommend this island tour, which allows you to discover nature, culture, pearl oyster farms, as well as Hubert’s garden, which is full of beautiful fruits and honey that he will share with you.
Raiatea
919holgerp,
May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hubert was a wonderful guide, he told us a lot about the history of the island and its inhabitants. He also invited us to his garden and provided us with fruit and juice. We were completely satisfied. Thank you very much Hubert.
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