Raiatea and Taha'a: All-Inclusive Vacations and Great Deals
Raiatea is an island in the Society archipelago, part of the Leeward Islands. It lies 200 km from Tahiti and less than 5 km from its sister island, Taha'a. Considered the living heart of Polynesia, Raiatea has a special aura in island culture.
To find out more, take a look at our Raiatea travel packages, including international flights to Tahiti and hotel accommodation.
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Adventure awaits you with Air Tahiti Nui! Our islands are beautiful, and each has its own characteristics and treasures. Of course, Raiatea is no exception! So, to help you organize a wonderful trip to French Polynesia, we've put together a selection of holiday offers including Air Tahiti Nui flight tickets, as well as nights in a hotel or guesthouse (small family-run hotel) in Raiatea and the other islands in your package.
Organize your vacation to Raiatea quickly and easily, thanks to our selection of packages designed by our partners: expert travel agencies of the islands of Tahiti.
Select the best offers and contact our partners for a quote. You'll then be able to choose the details of your trip to Raiatea and personalize your getaway to suit your desires.
Raiatea, the heart of Polynesia
The island of Raiatea holds a very special place not only in the Tahiti Islands, but also in Polynesian culture. This is where you'll find the Taputapuatea marae, the original sacred heart of the entire Polynesian triangle, including Hawaii, Easter Island and New Zealand. This historic place of worship is one of the most important in Polynesia, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located by the sea, you won't want to miss it on your visit to Raiatea!
While all the islands of French Polynesia invite you to feel the Mana, the presence of this immense marae and the legends surrounding it endow Raiatea with considerable spiritual power. The ancestral heritage of the first Polynesians is clearly perceptible. Its magnificent mountains with their lush vegetation and impressive landscapes overlooking the lagoon also have a lot to do with it: here, the connection with nature is spontaneous. Everything invites you to set aside your daily routine and simply breathe, relax and enjoy the moment in the heart of the islands of Tahiti.
How to organize your trip to Raiatea
Have you chosen a travel package that includes a stay on the island of Raiatea? It's an excellent choice! Your international flights to Tahiti and your nights' accommodation in Raiatea are included. All that's left to do is organize your stay and excursions in the heart of Polynesia. On this island of lush green hills, beautiful hikes await you, offering incredible views of Raiatea and its lagoon.
The Raiatea Botanical Garden, meanwhile, will bring you even closer to nature, as you discover the multitude of plants that dot the Polynesian islands. The island has its own endemic flower, the Tiare 'apetahi. Extremely rare and growing only on one of Raiatea's highest plateaus, this mystical flower is the source of a legend famous throughout Polynesia.
Taha'a, the second treasure of your stay in Raiatea
Finally, how can we talk about Raiatea without mentioning its sister island, Taha'a? Sharing the same lagoon, a visit to Raiatea is often an opportunity to discover two islands in one! Spend a night or two here and discover another wonderful facet of the islands of Tahiti.
Taha'a, the Vanilla Island, with its wild, unspoilt nature, offers a true vision of Paradise. Its magnificent motu adorned with white sand give you access to a crystal-clear lagoon in which you're sure to spend the most beautiful moments of your trip. Taha'a is also famous for its coral garden, half an hour from Raiatea, which is quite simply one of the most beautiful snorkeling spots in French Polynesia!
In Taha'a, you'll also have the opportunity to visit vanilla factories, pearl farms and rum distilleries to learn more about local production, and enjoy Polynesian-made products.
FAQ : Plan Your Trip to the Islands of Raiatea and Taha'a
Our FAQ section contains the top practical information you need to plan and book your next trip to French Polynesia. Explore our answers to experience Raiatea, the Sacred Island, and Taha’a, The Vanilla Island in the best way!
The average cost of a trip to these islands varies depending on the main expenses:
- Accommodations: ranging from a few dozen dollars (camping) to a few hundred euros per night (hotel).
- Activities on the water and on land: free outings such as hiking, snorkeling or spending the day at the beach, or other activities like a spa day in a resort, a bike tour, a diving or jet-ski outing, kayaking on the river, etc. A tour of the lagoon by boat with a local guide is ranging from about 100 USD per person for a group excursion, to several hundred dollars for a private day on the lagoon of Taha'a and Raiatea.
- Transportation between Tahiti and Raiatea: about 170 USD round-trip by ferry or between 200 and 350 USD on average by plane.
Don’t forget to factor in additional expenses (food, car rental on the island, transfers, etc.) as well as the cost of international flights to Tahiti. To help you calculate your budget, request a quote for one of our Flight + Hotel packages.
It depends on the type of trip you're looking for and your budget. Camping for a budget-friendly adventure trip, a Tahitian bed-and-breakfast (called "pension de famille" here) for an affordable cultural getaway, or a luxury hotel for a relaxing vacation with a view worthy of the most beautiful postcards. You can also opt for a sailing cruise to sleep in a catamaran cabin and enjoy a tour that includes the surrounding islands (Bora Bora, Huahine, Maupiti, Moorea).
Find out the cost of your trip to the Leeward Islands, then book through our partner travel agencies. To do so, select the package of your choice above and request a quote. You can then confirm your booking request with your agent, who will handle the booking of your package.
Air Tahiti Nui offers weekly flights from several destinations to Tahiti. Step aboard the Tahitian Dreamliner, the airline’s aircraft, for a unique experience inspired by our islands. Once you arrive in Papeete, you can take a boat or a plane to quickly reach Raiatea and then Taha’a.