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Lagoon Snorkeling Adventure
Tour 21461
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Departs: Morning & Afternoon
Price: US$39
limited capacity
Glide over Huahine’s azure lagoon on a motorized outrigger canoe or
catamaran. Look for eagle and manta rays and view Huahine’s unspoiled coastline
of mossy basalt rock and dense palm forests on your way to the motu (small
atoll) of Vaiorea, where you can snorkel over beautiful formations of living
coral and tropical fish in depths of 8 to10 feet. During the cruise, your
English-speaking guide will tell you all about the history and legends of
Huahine and you will enjoy the lovely views of Haamene and Fiti Bays. Stopping
at the Te Tiare Hotel, you will be entertained by a coconut show and pareo-tying
demonstration. Refreshments are included in the tour.
Please note: Please be sure to bring a hat,
towel, sunscreen and snorkeling gear, and wear your bathing suit under your
clothing.
Huahine Culture & History
Tour 21462
Duration: Approximately 21⁄2 hours
Departs: Morning & Afternoon
Price: US$40
limited capacity
A comfortable, air-conditioned bus will take you around the island. Your
first stop is the Bali Hai, where you will visit beautiful gardens and a
Polynesian hotel where an ancient canoe was unearthed by archaeologists. Many
artifacts are on display. Along the way learn about Huahine’s lush vegetation
and the everyday life of the Polynesian people. Enjoy a short stop at a vanilla
plantation and then it’s off to Maeva, where the Bishop Museum has carried out
research since 1925. You will visit the traditional fare potee and ceremony
grounds known as marae—a fun and educational tour! Your English-speaking guide
was an assistant to the archaeologist, Dr. Yoshi Sinoto, for 14 years on Huahine.
Nature Safari by Land Rover
Tour 21464
Duration: Approximately 31⁄2 hours
Departs: Morning & Afternoon
Price: US$42
very limited capacity
Travel through the heart of Huahine and enjoy splendid views over
the lagoon. You will venture down to Maroe Bay via Fitii and Bourayne Bay,
where you will have access to the Manu Meri Ridge path and Teapa Bay.
Heading back to Fitii, the tour follows the track which runs across the
mountain. The three-mile track covers the very heart of the island traveling
through the marvelous and beautiful Polynesian nature and varied plantations
including vanilla, bananas, grapefruit, and the famous breadfruit. You will
return to Fare through the villages of Faie and Maeva. Stops include the
plateau in Maroe, the Hana Iti site in Haapu, various panoramic viewpoints,
the Tefarerii Lookout, the Belvedere, the Marae of Maeva, a vanilla
plantation, as well as a visit with the sacred eels of Huahine.
Please note: This tour is not recommended if you are presently suffering
from back problems because, as with any 4-wheel-drive tour, the ride can be
bumpy. Pregnant women should not take this tour.
Deep Sea
Fishing
Tour 21464
Duration: Half Day – Approximately 4 hours
Price: US$399 per boat
Duration: Full Day – Approximately 7 - 8 hours
Price: US$599 per boat
Departs: Varies
extremely limited capacity
Come and land the big one! Half-day or full-day charters are available on
a 36-foot Hatteras fiberglass sport fisher with flying bridge, named Ruau II.
With your knowledgeable captain, fish for Pacific blue marlin, Allison yellowfin
tuna, mahi mahi and wahoo. All gear on board is IGFA regulation, 80-lb tested
and equipped for catch and release. The boat is equipped with a head, large main
cabin, a table with cushioned benches and two bunks. You may either ride on the
flying bridge with your captain, remain in the cabin or on the back deck. The
back deck has a retractable awning which provides cover during the trip, but is
then pulled back while angling a fish. Motion sickness medication is available
upon request. The half-day charters include beer and soft drinks and the full
day charter includes beer, soft drinks, sandwich and fruit.
Please note: We recommend you wear a sun hat
and sunscreen as the glare off
the water can cause sunburn.
Beach
Horse Ride
Tour 21467
Duration: Approximately 11⁄2 hours (1 hour riding)
Departs: Morning & Afternoon
Price: US$48
very limited capacity
Twenty years ago, the creators of the ranch “La Petite Ferme” (the little
farm) traveled to the Marquesas Islands, in search of ten horses to bring back
to Huahine. The fourteen horses that now comprise the stable are, in fact, the
direct descendants. Marquesan horses are renowned for their robust, hardy and
gentle nature. They are suitable for inexperienced as well as accomplished
riders, and are perfectly adapted to the climate. They grow a winter coat which
seems incredible in view of the warm winter temperature. You will use the
“hackamore” system—a bridle without a bit, which is more comfortable for the
horse and just as efficient. A clear demonstration will be given just prior to
the tours. After the short demonstration, head towards the beach, eventually
reaching the beginning of Motu Maeva. Here you will find the lake and walk the
horses through the water. This ride takes one hour, depending on the group’s
riding level.
Please note: We recommend you wear: long pants, closed shoes, hat
and sunscreen. For the horses well-being, a maximum rider’s weight of 100 kilos
(220 lbs) is observed. |
