TAHITI YACHT CHARTERS
IDEAL TIME TO CHARTER: April – November
Uncrowded ports and beautiful ocean attract many to Tahiti, the largest island in the Society Islands group in the archipelagoes of French Polynesia. July and August are peak months and we recommend booking well in advance. It is ideal to extend your charter experience from a typical week to a preferred 10 days or longer. You do not want to miss out on the “drifting effect” from one island to the next that will provide the best leisurely immersion.
There are 4 Leeward Islands located on the Northern end of the island chain. This route includes Raiatea-Taha’a-Huahine and Bora-Bora with the possibility if weather winds permit, Maupiti.
Soaring mountains, sparkling lagoons and white and pink sand beaches make for soaring spirits. French Polynesia offers everything from exciting exploration to high luxury living to cool relaxation. Use our complimentary planning service to help satisfy your travel desires. Destination: TAHITI BLOG on CALYPSO
Health related arrival procedures for: Tahiti – French Polynesia
SUGGESTED TAHITI ITINERARY FROM OUR FRIENDS ON THE M/Y CALYPSO
DAY 1: Complimentary I”sample” tinerary TAHITI – MO’OREA
Arrive at the Faa’a International Airport on the island of Tahiti and be transferred to Calypso at the Marina Taina in nearby Papeete. After a warm welcome and refreshing cocktail, your adventure begins as you depart for the island of Mo’orea and disembark for an 4WD safari adventure in the mountains and around pineapple groves or a cultural adventure tour guided by an anthropologist from the Polynesian cultural center. That evening, dancers and musicians will arrive on outrigger canoes for a private Polynesian dance show onboard. The rhythms of the ukelele and toere drums and graceful dancers depicting their stories through movement, song and costume set the tone for a week of exciting cultural discovery and exploration.
DAY 2: EXPLORE OPUNOHU BAY, MO’OREA
After a fabulous breakfast on the main deck, don your swim suits, snorkel and dive gear to get up close and personal with black tip sharks, grey sharks, jackfish, eels and myriad undersea life in the waters surrounding Opunohu Bay. Visitors during the months between July and November might be treated to a glimpse of—or even the chance to snorkel with—magnificent humpback whales who travel 6,000 kilometers from the Antarctic to breach, swim and sing in these waters. Recap the day’s adventures back aboard while nibbling on canapés, playing board games and watching the sun set.
DAY 3: ONWARD TO HUAHINE, THE GARDEN ISLAND
Lush green tropical foliage gives this Society island the nickname, “The Garden Island,” but with its tranquil azure bays and white sand beaches presided over by steep mountains, Huahine is one of the most picturesque islands in all of French Polynesia. Explore the interior by horseback, walk the bridge connecting the two islands that comprise Huahine, or spend the day snorkeling or diving the surrounding coral reef. It is also here, on Huahine, that you can visit one of the more authentic pearl farms and see how this beautiful gem is cultured in the warm lagoons. Worn by Polynesians as a symbol of their attachment to the ocean, the delicate pearl comes in various shapes and colors. Each pearl is unique—as unique as the families and generations who have been farming them for decades. The day winds down with a private beach barbecue of freshly caught tuna marinated with coconut. Polynesian music, dancing, perhaps some fire eating, and stories go well into the evening hours.
DAY 4: RA’IATEA: A DAY OF CULTURE
You will enjoy the coconut-kissed dishes the chef prepares for breakfast this morning, as Calypso departs for the island of Ra’iatea. On deck, look out for dolphins who love to play and jump in the bow’s wake as you cruise through an island pass. Not only is Ra’iatea the second largest island in French Polynesia, it also hosts the largest ancient ceremonial sacred sites of the Polynesian triangle where Polynesians from Tahiti, Hawaii, and New Zealand used to gather. Disembark for a day on the water, utilizing some of Calypso’s many water toys or testing your skill in a traditional outrigger canoe race. Later, enjoy a shiatsu, Swedish, deep tissue or reflexology massage on the sun deck or curl up in the main salon with a good book from the yacht’s literary collection. The day ends with a gourmet meal enjoyed al fresco on the upper deck.
DAY 5: Le TAHA’A Island Resort and Spa
Guests can break off in smaller groups to enjoy individual activities today. Some may wish to continue with undersea exploration. Taha’a, the “Vanilla Island” is a quick tender ride from Ra’iatea and well worth the visit, if only to experience the fragrant orchids and Tahitian vanilla. Those looking to be pampered will delight at the amazing Relais & Chateaux Taha’a Island Resort & Spa. While away the afternoon around the yacht’s spa pool on the sun deck. After a relaxing dinner, a lively karaoke session on the sun deck will bring out the performer in everyone.
DAY 6: BORA BORA
Your charter culminates in the most famous of French Polynesian islands – Bora Bora. Adventure seekers’ dreams will be fulfilled as the famous and charming Tahitian surfer Moehau “Moe” Goold (awesome video) comes on board to serve as your personal surfing and kite-boarding guide for the day. Swim with manta rays, dive, snorkel, and simply spend the day enjoying the waters and beaches of this beautiful island. Back aboard, the tune of Bali H’ai is ever more inspiring as you enjoy the movie “South Pacific” under the stars from the outdoor theater on the sun deck. The day ends with great food, superb wine, and recounting memories that will last a lifetime.
