5 THINGS TO DO IN TAHITI

Cool down in an ancient forest swimming hole, tee off at a tropical golf fairway, or unwind with the ultimate spa experience. You can find your own slice of paradise in French Polynesia.

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Between August and October, visitors can swim with humpback whales and their young. Marvel at these magnificent creatures in the tranquil waters around the islands of Moorea, Tahiti and Bora Bora.

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Go horseback riding across untouched wilderness on the remote Marquesas Islands, where you’ll also discover ancient freshwater pools carved out of black volcanic rock.

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Play a round in paradise at one of Tahiti’s two impressive golf courses, located on Tahiti and Moorea. Or get the whole family involved in a round of minigolf on the island of Raiatea.

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Enjoy a traditional Polynesian ‘taurumi’ massage in an idyllic garden setting or coastal bungalow or treat yourself to a coconut body wrap to leave your skin feeling soothed and purified.

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Marvel at the famed ‘wall of sharks’ phenomenon at the UNESCO Commune de Fakarava biosphere. Every July, sharks gather to feed on spawning grouper, and divers come to witness the spectacle.