Private Tour
Private : Tahiti Museum & Circle Island Tour, Afternoon Tour (5h)
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the wonders of Tahiti on a complete circle island tour. Start on the west coast with a visit to the Museum of Tahiti & Her Islands, the country's first institution to showcase the treasures of Polynesia's natural and cultural heritage. Next, head for the archeological site of the Arahurahu marae, an ancestral Mao'hi cultural center restored in 1953, before stopping off at the Vaipahi water garden for a refreshing stroll among pools, waterfalls, flowers and tropical plants. After crossing the isthmus of the Tahiti Iti peninsula, the landscape of the east coast becomes wilder - it's still a bit of the Tahiti of yesteryear. A few kilometers further on, make a playful stop at Trou du Souffleur, a marine geyser known in ancient times as Anahoho "the howling cave", before heading into the forest to the 3 Te Fa'aurumai waterfalls natural site. End your tour of the island with a visit to Pointe Vénus, where the Endeavour docked in 1769.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A MINIMUM OF 1 PERSON IS REQUIRED TO OPERATE THIS TOUR
CHILD AGES IS FROM A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS OLD
Not recommended for person suffering from excess weight
Not recommended for person suffering from vertigo
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Food and Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Te Fare Iamanaha-Musee De Tahiti Et Des Iles
Recently renovated, the Museum reopened its doors in March 2023. Its role is to collect, conserve & restore collections linked to Polynesian heritage. It has acquired a role of expertise in the preservation of cultural property.
Maraa Grotto
The site of Mara'a consists of three natural caves carved into the rock. Water flows continuously, forming pools of fresh, crystal-clear water. Lush vegetation (ferns, mosses) hangs from the ceiling of each cave. The largest of the three is called Te-ana-pape-o-Vai-poiri, and it is remarkable for its optical illusion: its arched ceiling gives the impression of lowering towards the end, making the cave appear much smaller than it actually is. The other two caves are named Mata-va'a and Vai-patoto. These are lower in height. Although the site is difficult to spot from the road due to the abundant vegetation, the cave has long served as a landmark for fishermen at sea to orient themselves towards one of the nearby passes.
Options
Private : Tahiti Museum & Circle Island Tour, Afternoon Tour (5h)
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t book anything on Cruise ship days.
suemT1908BJ,
May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We got confirmation of booking on 14th May 2025 for 22nd May 2025. Advised to be waiting at Hotel at 12.30. On other documentation it said pickup 1.05pm. We waited. We rang Tahiti Nui at 1.30pm. Their office closes between 1-2pm. Rang at 2.05pm and 2.10pm. No answer. A Tahiti Nui van was dropping people off at the hotel so I asked him to help me. He contacted the office and told me the booking didn’t go through. When cruise ships come in they do not take private bookings. However, they had taken our booking , our money and emailed the confirmation and pickup times and tickets. I am extremely disappointed as I may not have a chance again to do a tour around the Island in my Lifetime. And we had put this day aside and not planned anything else so we could go on this tour. Very upsetting.
Loved it!
Wendy H,
May 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing day. Our tour guide was very accommodating, as we requested to see a waterfall - and we detoured to an awesome waterfall - highlight of the tour! We learned a lot about the culture and the different areas of the island. We would highly recommend this tour!
Waterfalls, Black Sand Beaches, Blow Hole, OH MY!
Kodi M,
Apr 16, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an awesome trip around Tahiti, visiting the Polynesian Temple, blow hole w a black sand beach, waterfalls, and Venus Point! It was awesome to learn about the culture.
Great guide and wonderful tour to spend day before flight home.
Brandan B,
Jan 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide and wonderful tour to spend day before flight home. This 4 hour tour around the island of Tahiti took us to places we never would have found on our own. As our flight did not leave until almost 11:00 pm, this was a great opportunity to spend our last day of vacation away from the airport.
Round the Island
Richard H,
Jan 11, 2020
- Review from Viator
4.00A good way to get acquainted with the islands. Knowledgeable guide. You get to see the highlights. It might have been better if we had a a little access to Tahiti Iti.
Great way to spend a day seeing Tahiti
Andrea Y,
Jan 5, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a one day stay in Tahiti preparing for our return trip home. Booked a half day island tour with Michael as our guide. Great transportation in a late model Mercedes van with air conditioning. Michael was a wealth of information, very flexible and pleasant even when we were hungry, hot & tired! Just the right period of time to see the island highlights. We felt like Michael took us to some places out of the main tourist traps and saw some beautiful gardens, ocean views, and historical sites. Thank you for making our day very pleasant and memorable.
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