West Coast Gateway
9 de junio de 2025, Estados Unidos ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
With Air Tahiti and Air France serving PPT from LAX, you're less than 9hrs from experiencing one of the most beautiful spots on the planet.
In Less Than 8 Hrs...
9 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
It's, la Orana Tahiti!
A Musical Welcome
9 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
The kind of welcome you should receive at every destination.. especially tropical ones.
Get Cash
9 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
Although regular businesses accept credit cards, for most homestays and local dining, you will need cash. ATM in the arrival area makes this easy.
Tahiti Airport Hotel
9 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
It's not as close and easy to get to as it seems. Although physically close, the walking path is about a 15-minute walk with some uphill climbing. Take a taxi if you have luggage.
Good Morning, Tahiti
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
Early Morning Departure
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
A walk back to the airport, and in about an hour, I will be airborne for Bora Bora.
Pizza...
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
From a vending machine.. Sacrilege!
A Welcoming Face...
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Of French Polynesia
Air Tahiti..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Old-fashioned, I like it boarding to Bora Bora.
Departing Tahiti..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
On VT-404, a 40-50 minute flight to Bora Bora.
Did The Engine Just Quit..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
No, it's just an optical thanks to digital photography and something else that an aviation buff can figure out..
First Glimpse
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Approaching Bora Bora...
Landing Bora Bora
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Spectacular view of amazingly beautiful waters around the island
Bora Bora Airport
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
It is located off from the mainland, which requires a 20-plus minute ferry ride to the main port.
Airport Ferry..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Which connects the airport with the mainland
A Welcoming Shark
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
A common sighting in the shallow waters around the island
Private Ferry Service
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
For those staying at one of the many premium resorts on Bora Bora
Enroute To Viatape
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
The main landing spot for visitors and locals
FH Rental Car
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Highly recommend. Easy to connect with thru email and WhatsApp. About $172 for 2 Day Rental that is paid in advance online via a payment link.
Kai Kai..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Popular local "Food Truck" with shaded seating and friendly employees. You might have dining companions from the local hounds, but they are gentle.
Across The Street View..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
From a $84 per night local homestay that comes with everything you need for a safe and comfortable night's rest.
Hike To Nowhere..
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Trails are questionable and poorly marked despite "Google Map" guidance, which often turns out to be wrong. Views still worth it!
Matira Beach
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
The only white sand beach on the main part of the island.
First Sunset
10 de junio de 2025, Polinesia francés ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
That comes early this time of the year in the South Pacific