From Raiatea to Raiatea.

From Raiatea, sail into the heart of Tahaa, famed for its sweet-scented vanilla plantations and lustrous pearl farms. Less modern than her neighbors, Tahaa invites you to slow down with days spent snorkeling coral gardens, diving reefs, or skimming across lagoons by jetski. Visit a working vanilla farm, indulge in fresh French-Polynesian cuisine, and toast the sunset with a glass of chilled white as Tahaa reveals her tranquil charm.

Slip anchor for Bora Bora, the South Pacific’s crown jewel. Golden sands, a turquoise lagoon, and Mount Otemanu’s dramatic peak set the stage for romance. Spend your days diving with reef sharks, snorkeling rainbow reefs, or exploring the island by 4WD. Paddleboard at dawn, dine at overwater restaurants by night, and don’t miss a boat trip to the Lagoonarium where rays, turtles, and reef fish swirl in technicolor.

Spend a full day immersed in Bora Bora’s beauty. Drift-dive its coral gardens, jet ski across the lagoon, or relax on talcum-soft beaches shaded by palms. On land, tour the island’s cultural sites and art galleries, or shop for Tahitian pearls. Fine dining abounds, from French gastronomy to sushi with a lagoon view, making every moment feel cinematic.

Return to Raiatea, “the Sacred Island,” once Polynesia’s cultural and spiritual capital. Visit Taputapuatea, the UNESCO-listed marae where ancient navigators set forth for Hawaii and New Zealand. Explore via 4WD tours, hike jungle trails, or kayak crystalline waters. Raiatea’s aura is both mystical and magnetic, perfect for blending adventure with cultural immersion.

Hurepiti Bay offers serenity at its finest – emerald hillsides cradle a lagoon of glassy turquoise. Snorkel coral gardens alive with reef fish, paddle calm waters beneath green ridges, or simply recline on deck in the hush of this secluded anchorage. Towering mountains and sugar-sand beaches make it a picture-book South Pacific retreat.

Stay close to shore and savor Vanilla Tours, a bespoke island experience. Wander perfumed plantations, learn how vanilla is cultivated, and taste its delicate flavors infused in local cuisine. Between tours, swim or snorkel in quiet lagoons, then feast on fresh island fare under swaying palms.

Cruise back toward Raiatea, where sacred heritage meets natural splendor. Revisit Taputapuatea, wander archaeological sites, or enjoy the island’s cultural rhythm through music and dance. The surrounding lagoon offers endless options for diving, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding, ensuring your last sail blends Polynesian spirit with ocean adventure.

Awaken on Raiatea for a final day of exploration or leisure. Wander local markets, taste island delicacies, or take a last swim in crystalline seas. With its history as the heart of Polynesian voyaging, Raiatea is a poignant place to close your journey—where past, present, and paradise converge.