Escape Land & Sea – Taha’a Vanilla Island Full Day

Overview

Available languages

English

French

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience an exceptional full day in Taha’a, mixing lagoon, culture and local traditions, at the peaceful pace of Vanilla Island. This experience invites you to discover the essentials of Taha’a, between authentic visits on land, snorkeling in unspoilt sites and moments of relaxation in a spectacular natural setting.

Throughout the day, you will explore the island’s cultural and artisanal riches, swim in a coral garden with crystal clear waters, share a Polynesian lunch on a motu and live highlights such as snorkeling with sharks, always with respect for the environment.

Friendly and accessible to all, this group tour is ideal for those who want to discover Taha’a in all its diversity, between land and sea, and leave with authentic and unforgettable memories.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

During this stop, travelers discover a family pearl farm and immerse themselves in the fascinating world of the Pearl of Tahiti, emblem of Polynesia. The visit allows us to understand the entire cultivation process, from the pearl oyster to the harvest, through accessible and authentic explanations. Visitors observe the different stages of grafting, learn to recognize the quality, shape and color of the beads, and discover the local know-how passionately transmitted. A presentation space also allows you to admire pearl jewelry, made on site, with the possibility to exchange and ask questions. This tour offers a cultural and educational moment, ideal to better understand one of Taha’a’s most precious treasures, in a calm and friendly setting.

35 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

On this tour, travelers will discover a traditional vanilla plantation and dive into the world of Taha’a vanilla, renowned for its intense fragrance and exceptional quality. The tour allows you to understand the whole process, from growing vines to manually pollinating flowers. The explanations continue with the processing stages, from harvesting, drying and maturation to ripening of the pods. Visitors learn the craftsmanship necessary to obtain this exceptional vanilla. This stage offers a cultural and sensory moment, highlighting an emblematic product of the island, with the possibility to observe and exchange around vanilla products.

35 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Water and refreshments are available on board throughout the day.

A Polynesian buffet is served on a motu, highlighting local flavors, in a friendly setting, feet in the sand.

Tips are not included and remain entirely optional, at the discretion of travelers.

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