2 hours
Mobile ticket
In the heart of the sacred Mo’aroa Valley, 40 minutes from Papeete, AOA Polynesian Forests opens the doors to a 230-hectare private estate — the first educational forest in French Polynesia.
Guided by passionate naturalists, you explore a forest undergoing active restoration, populated by endemic and native species found nowhere else.
Bamboo forest, large native banyan tree, medicinal plants, endemic birds, crystal clear river: each visit is an authentic immersion in Tahiti’s natural heritage.
Each activity contributes directly to the restoration of Polynesian biodiversity.
Winner of the 2024 Sustainable Tourism Award
UN Ecosystem Restoration Programme 2021–2030
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
AOA Polynesian Forests
The first educational forest in French Polynesia, the AOA domain invites you to a fun and interactive walk in the heart of a protected valley, just 40 minutes from Papeete. On carefully designed thematic trails, you will discover Polynesian flora and fauna — medicinal plants, endemic and native species, birds — all punctuated by a nature trail game designed for young and old. Each stage reveals a fragment of Tahiti’s natural heritage, history and evolution. An outdoor experience, accessible to all, in a completely private space: no crowds, no vehicles, just the forest. Your visit contributes directly to the active restoration of Polynesian biodiversity.
Admission fee
For all transport
Transport zone Arue - Pirae
Transport Zone Paea - Papara
Educational Forest Without Transportation
Papeete - Punaauia area
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Traveler12466564540,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
An immersion experience in the forest with an adapted route etc points of interest presented by a passionate guide therefore exciting. The birdsong accompanied us. We must come back to it

Operated by AOA Polynesian Forests