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Tahiti · Planned by Traveland

Tahiti and her islands, from Bora Bora to the Marquesas

Traveland designs personal journeys across The Islands of Tahiti, from Tahiti and Moorea to the lagoons of Bora Bora, the atolls of the Tuamotus and the remote Marquesas, and handles every detail from the first conversation to your flight home. We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, planning trips since 1978 as a member of the Signature Travel Network.

Since 1978Family-owned and operated

Signature Travel NetworkMember agency

Orange & BridgeportTwo Connecticut offices

Every detail handledFlights, hotels, cruises and tours

The archipelagos

Which islands of Tahiti should you visit?

The Islands of Tahiti, in French Polynesia, number 118 islands and atolls across five archipelagos. Your advisor helps you choose two or three islands, the right overwater bungalow or small cruise ship, and the inter-island flights between them.

An outrigger canoe on the water at sunset in the Society Islands

Tahiti and Moorea

Papeete’s markets and black sand beaches on Tahiti, and the jagged peaks, bays and lagoon of Moorea, a short ferry ride away.

Mount Otemanu above the turquoise lagoon of Bora Bora

Bora Bora

Mount Otemanu rising above a famous lagoon, with overwater bungalows on the motu islets that ring it.

Aerial view of a coral atoll and clear lagoon in the Tuamotu Islands

The Tuamotu Islands

Coral atolls such as Rangiroa and Fakarava, known for drift diving, pink sand and quiet pearl farms.

Rugged cliffs of the Marquesas Islands rising from the sea

The Marquesas Islands

Dramatic, remote islands with ancient stone sites and carving traditions, reached by air or by the Aranui supply ship.

Green hills above a wide blue lagoon in the Austral Islands

The Austral and Gambier Islands

Far-flung islands with cool breezes, humpback whales in season, quiet lagoons and some of the oldest churches in Polynesia.

Lagoon blues, island welcomes and slow, sunlit days.

One advisor to shape every day around you.

Experiences

How would you like to experience Tahiti?

Every journey begins with what matters most to you.

Dancers in flower crowns greeting a visitor by the lagoon

Polynesian Culture

Flower crowns, dance and song, with the Heiva festival filling Tahiti with performances each July.

Swimmers floating in clear turquoise water seen from above

Lagoons

Snorkeling with rays and reef fish, lagoon picnics on private motu and days spent in clear, warm water.

A Polynesian man in a pareo carving a coconut shell

Craft and Tradition

Tattoo artistry, carving, weaving and black pearls, shared by the families who keep these traditions alive.

A white sand beach and shallow turquoise lagoon

Beaches

White and pink sand beaches on atolls and motu, many reached only by boat.

A tall waterfall in a green valley on Tahiti

Nature

Waterfalls, valley hikes and four-wheel-drive tours into Tahiti’s green interior.

Working with Traveland

What is it like to plan Tahiti with Traveland?

01

A conversation

Tell us how you like to travel, who is coming, and what you hope to feel. There is no charge to begin.

02

An itinerary made for you

Your advisor designs the route, hotels, transfers and experiences, then refines them with you.

03

Every detail handled

Flights, stays, cruises and tours are arranged, so you can focus on enjoying the journey.

Timing

When is the best time to visit Tahiti?

The Islands of Tahiti are warm all year. May to October is the drier, slightly cooler season, and November to April is warmer and more humid with passing showers.

Spring

September and October bring dry, clear days and calm lagoons, with humpback whales still offshore.

Summer

December to February is warm and humid, with lush islands and occasional heavy showers.

Autumn

March and April are a shoulder season, as the rains ease and the islands are green.

Winter

June to August is the dry season, with the Heiva festival in July and whales arriving in the Australs.

Questions

Questions travelers ask about Tahiti

May to October is the drier season and the most popular time to visit. November to April is warmer and more humid, with tropical showers and good availability.

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco take about eight hours to Papeete. We arrange the connections from Connecticut and the inter-island flights.

Many travelers pair Moorea with Bora Bora, or add an atoll such as Rangiroa or Fakarava for diving. We help you choose two or three islands that fit your pace.

Yes. Overwater bungalows, private lagoon picnics and quiet motu make Tahiti one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the world.

Yes. Small ships sail between the Society Islands year-round, and the Aranui visits the Marquesas. Cruising is an easy way to see several islands.

U.S. citizens can generally visit French Polynesia for up to 90 days without a visa, with a valid passport and an onward ticket. Entry rules change, so we confirm the current requirements for your trip.

We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, with offices at 564 Racebrook Road in Orange (203-929-6000) and 4270 Main Street in Bridgeport (203-371-1114).

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    Orange
    564 Racebrook Road, Orange, CT 06477
    203-929-6000

    Bridgeport
    4270 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606
    203-371-1114

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm
    info@traveland.net

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