West Coast Gateway
9 Jun 2025, Amerika Syarikat ⋅ ⛅ 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
It's, la Orana Tahiti!
A Musical Welcome
9 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ 🌙 77 °F
The kind of welcome you should receive at every destination.. especially tropical ones.
Get Cash
9 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ 🌙 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ 🌙 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F
Early Morning Departure
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
A walk back to the airport, and in about an hour, I will be airborne for Bora Bora.
Pizza...
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
From a vending machine.. Sacrilege!
A Welcoming Face...
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Of French Polynesia
Air Tahiti..
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
Old-fashioned, I like it boarding to Bora Bora.
Departing Tahiti..
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 79 °F
On VT-404, a 40-50 minute flight to Bora Bora.
Did The Engine Just Quit..
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Approaching Bora Bora...
Landing Bora Bora
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Spectacular view of amazingly beautiful waters around the island
Bora Bora Airport
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
It is located off from the mainland, which requires a 20-plus minute ferry ride to the main port.
Airport Ferry..
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
Which connects the airport with the mainland
A Welcoming Shark
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
A common sighting in the shallow waters around the island
Private Ferry Service
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
For those staying at one of the many premium resorts on Bora Bora
Enroute To Viatape
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 81 °F
The main landing spot for visitors and locals
FH Rental Car
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☁️ 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 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ⛅ 81 °F
The only white sand beach on the main part of the island.
First Sunset
10 Jun 2025, Polynesia Perancis ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
That comes early this time of the year in the South Pacific