Half-Day Guided Hike to Afareaitu Waterfall
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Visit a sumptuous valley with lush vegetation, rich in tropical fruits and flowers. This veritable garden of eden which bears the name of the valley of the Polynesian gods and kings will amaze you with its richness.
During your walk to the splendid Afareaitu waterfall, our guide will tell you about Polynesian legends and show you around the remains of ancient Polynesian temples. You can refresh yourself in the rivers lined with flowers, the natural basins and the splendid waterfall.
A tasting in a private tropical garden by the river will be an opportunity to quench your thirst in a friendly atmosphere.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children under 4 years old cannot participate in this activity.
What To Expect
Afareaitu Waterfalls
Botanical and cultural hike in the sumptuous sacred valley of Afareaitu, lush vegetation, forest of tree ferns, tropical fruits and flowers, archaeological sites, rivers lined with flowers, natural pools and waterfall where you can bathe in a site of great beauty, out of the beaten track. Welcome to the Garden of Eden! Numerous stops along the way to discover the remains of ancient Polynesian temples, agricultural terraces and housing platforms, plants and their daily uses. Afareaitu means in Tahitian the valley of gods and kings, your guide will tell you the legends that inhabit these places. A delicious tasting of fresh fruit in our private tropical garden by the river will punctuate this half-day full of conviviality. Medium level hike on a stony trail with ups and downs. and slippery in rain. Bring good walking shoes and don't forget your swimsuit!
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Half-Day Guided Hike to Afareaitu Waterfall
Pickup included
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Fresh fruit tasting
Transfer between the Hilton and the Moorea Beach Lodge (supplement of 2500 FCFP / person).
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
190 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful guided hike, highly recommended
ioanw931,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, what a tour! Yvette is amazing, she was so attentive and sweet when guiding us and she delivered the tour with so much passion it was an absolute pleasure. She is extremely knowledgeable, speaks several languages and has a great energy making this a wonderful experience for all involved. Cesar was also very kind and made us a lovely lunch with his wife. Highly recommended, māuruuru Yvette & Cesar!
More than just a waterfall hike!
postcard1956,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This guided waterfall tour was that and much more! Our guide, Mary, and her family live in the valley on a beautiful property where they cultivate an extensive garden. We received a tour of the property and enjoyed a nice pause for water and a sampling of local fruits. Mary has a regal quality about her and I imagined her to be related to the historic royalty she educated us on throughout the hike. We did get into the water at the waterfall - it's cooler than the ocean! I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Very moving journey ❤️
Junyi Z,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff are very, very friendly and helpful. The whole waterfall is a joy to hike, especially when you get to the falls and feel the energy of the waterfalls and mountains in the falls. 🥹 The leader was keen and attentive, explaining the history of Tahiti in general and Jasmine Island in particular and its special geography along the way. This trip was more than just a waterfall hike it gave me a deeper understanding and connection to Jasmine Island. At the end of the event the leader returned us to our hotel, stopping on the way to help us take photos with the beautiful lagoon and sea across Jasmine. BTW, lunch is super delicious 😆, super fresh fruit, some fruit and fruit to eat together is another flavor, really happy! Five Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Recommended! I left a message in Chinese because the leader said his family knew Chinese and hoped to meet again when they came back to Moorea Island.
Highly recommended particularly for lovers of plants and wanting to know more of Mo'orean culture.
Jacqueline H,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this experience! Teva is very charismatic and displayed his obvious love for Mo'orea, her people and her culture. Both he and MarieFrance were witty and engaging, keeping us informed and, importantly, safe during the walk. The part of the walk to the waterfall is not particularly challenging, however there are some steep parts with exposed roots, and it had been raining so was slippy in parts. The walk up to the garden, and the garden itself, is peppered with native plants; Teva and MariaFrance share a lot of information on the uses of these; who knew it takes 7 years for Vanilla to be ready? It was a pleasure to meet Caesar and his Mum, who own and work the land this tour takes you through. The trip ends with a fruit tasting session - Wow! Beautifully decorated table and numerous freshly prepared fruits to taste.
Not just a hike
R2001AHangelac,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yvette was amazing. Shared great knowledge of the beautiful flowers amd plants along our hike to the waterfall. Also included was a taste of the islands wonderful fruits. She was a great host and highly recommend to anyone up for some adventure, culture and beautiful scenery. We had a great time.
A good hike. The guy and...
steve r,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A good hike. The guy and his team took a good care of all of us throughout the hike. After the hike, a beautiful spread of fruit from the property was laid out for us. Highly recommend.
The ONLY way to see the waterfall and experience Mo’orea with local commentary and delicious fruit lunch
Marcia J,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was beyond magical, incredible and truly a MUST do when visiting Mo’orea! Yvette and Mary were the BEST guides who welcomed us into their beautiful garden world and and forest wonderland. They showed us flowers, mushrooms, plants, fruits, trees and natures’ wonders - some that were found by smell only! And the waterfall - was WOW! Just WOW! We swam, decorated the turtles with flowers to bless our day and returned to an absolutely incredible feast of island fruits that couldn’t have been more delicious. This day was an absolutely perfect way to experience the island with people who love their island and who shared their love with everyone while allowing you to enjoy an absolutely incredible waterfall and the wonders of nature.
Great hike!
Dean D,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.0010 out of 10 recommend! The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the island and clearly was very connected to the land. The water fall was beautiful (take something to swim in if you want to jump in!) and hike was very doable. It ended with a fruit tasting with fruits grown on their property where the hike started. Delicious way to end the hike!
Truly the BEST tour in all of French Polynesia!
amybU1207LJ,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly the BEST tour we took in all of French Polynesia! Yvette and her staff were welcoming, knowledgeable and excellent guides on this gorgeous and challenging hike! We had a group of family and friends that ranged in age from 4 1/2 to 75 and everyone came away with the same WOW experience. We were rewarded with a spectacular waterfall view and swim in the natural pool when we reached the top of our hike as well as a feast for our eyes and mouths when we finally climbed down at the end of the hike. This is a not to be missed experience if you're lucky enough to visit Moorea! Maruuru Yvette!
Unforgettable <3
camillemW4846PT,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beyond hiking in beautiful nature and arriving at the beautiful waterfall where you can swim, Marie our pure Polynesian guide loves to pass on his knowledge of the history, culture, plants of the trees and flowers of Polynesia with passion and pleasure. A nice welcome a beautiful song. Not to mention sharing the fruits of his garden. An exceptional moment. Thank you for this beautiful moment Marie you touched us a lot. Big crush doesn't change you're a very beautiful person. Of course we recommend this superb excursion. Thanks, girls. Camille and Jc
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