About
French Polynesian island with eight tiny villages, zero high rises, and a slow pace of life. Locals still use 300-year-old fish traps. Sacred eels in the rivers that people believe are divine. No massive airport, cruise terminals, or all-inclusive resorts.
Why go
- You don't have to choose between stunning beauty and actually being able to breathe
- The pace of life so slow you can actually feel your nervous system reset
- Authenticity over accessibility, tradition over tourism dollars
Must try
- Sacred blue-eyed eels
- Snorkeling in coral gardens
- Lagoon tour
- Huahine pearl farm
- Traditional Tahitian dance lesson
Pro tips
- Explore by scooter or car
- Visit archaeological sites
- Hike Mont Tapu
- Visit the Tefererii viewpoint
- See the 'femme allongée' rock formation
Good to know
- Few options for evening dining
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Rating
4.8 / 5 (86 reviews)