4x4 Safari HEREAKIMANU Tour in the Heart of Tahiti
Description
Experience an unforgettable and thrilling adventure exploring Tahiti from a whole new angle. A unique experience that promises you wonder and memorable memories!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Step 1: The tour starts with the east coast of the island, with its beautiful black sandy beaches and famous surf spots! Throughout the route, there will be 5-10 minute stops for taking photos, information given by the guide, etc.
STEP 2: Discover Tahiti from a unique angle! The tour begins with the east coast of the island, with its beautiful black sand beaches and famous surf spots, before entering the heart of the Papenoo Valley, Tahiti’s largest valley. This immersion in the lush nature of the island will offer you the opportunity to discover its essence in an authentic and unique way. The tour is commented with stops at several remarkable sites, offering breathtaking scenery up to Caldera, an extinct volcanic crater that gave birth to Tahiti Nui. You will be amazed by the majestic waterfalls, lush green mountains, lush vegetation, and local flora and fauna. The guide will share fascinating stories about myths and legends, marae, and the island’s rich cultural and historical heritage.
STEP 3: After traveling halfway around the island and reaching Caldera, the excursion continues with a visit to the authentic village of Fare Hape, a place full of history where you will discover the traditional life of the inhabitants of Tahiti (marae, fare, Tahitian oven, etc.). Before departure, it is strongly recommended to bring a sandwich or snack for lunch. For this we will stop at a supermarket where you can buy what you need. Lunch will take place in an authentic and picturesque setting in the village of Fare Hape, where you can enjoy a well-deserved break. It is also strongly recommended to bring a personal bottle of water or bottles of water, to stay well hydrated during the excursion. A little surprise awaits you to immerse yourself more in Polynesian culture for a moment of conviviality and sharing.
STEP 4: The adventure continues with a stop at the tunnel connecting the East Coast to the West Coast, offering spectacular views of Vaihiria, Tahiti’s only natural high-altitude lake. You will then cross the whole island before returning to the starting point.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The guide driver will be waiting for you at the meeting point (hotels, airport, cruise ship wharf, etc.) with a sign bearing your name. Do not hesitate to contact us to facilitate your care.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Luggage is not supported.
- In case of adverse weather conditions or force majeure, an alternative will be offered: the change of date, circuit or refund.
- ATTENTION: Minimum of 3 passengers required to complete the tour! If the quota is not reached, the tour can be cancelled or a later date can be proposed.
Reviews(112)
Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. It was scenic, fun, and a great way to learn more about Tahiti!
Thank you Léonie for this extraordinary experience in the heart of Tahitian nature. Thank you for the discovery of what nature can give us for daily use.
Great day with breathtaking landscapes. Tahiti mountain side, a must-do. Thanks to our guide who shared his knowledge of Tahitian flora, he told us the history of Tahiti, its culture, its gods, its archipelagos and their discovery by great navigators, etc...
Manual was an excellent guide and driver. He really helped us learn about the indigenous plants and medicines and culture. He shared his history which was fascinating how far back he can trace. The road is insanely bumpy so be warned. We stopped at a restaurant for lunch which was nice but if you are a vegetarian you may want to bring your own
Great views of island going through the mountains and valleys. It was an awesome adventure. I would highly recommend this excursion.
Beautiful scenery but hang on for the rugged ride. Guide friendly and courteous. The stops for food at the grocery store very helpful. The lunch picnic spot was a relaxing break halfway through the drive. Highly recommend.
This tour was absolutely fabulous and we would highly recommend this tour! Our guide T’mauve (not sure spelling) was the most knowledgeable and we learned so much about the Tahitian culture. He educated us on all the nature and all the beauty of Tahiti!
Ia Ora Na 🌺 Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience with our team and that discovering Tahitian culture and nature was such a memorable part of your trip. We will gladly pass on your kind message to our guide Temaeva, who will be very happy to know that his explanations helped enrich your excursion. We look forward to welcoming you again for another adventure in Tahiti! Mauruuru roa. Hinarii
The guides Temaeva was excellent. However due to landslide the road is blocked. We only went half way. Tunnel id blocked. You don't see lake Vahiria. You don't go out other side of island at Mahina. We didn't e en to to viewpoint at Maroto Restaurant. Very disappointed.
Ia Orana, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are pleased to hear that you appreciated the service provided by our guide, Temaeva. He is passionate about Polynesian culture and is committed to sharing it with all of our adventurers. We fully understand your disappointment. Unfortunately, the landslide that affected the Traversière road is an event beyond our control. The safety of our visitors and our team remains our top priority. In these exceptional circumstances, our guides always adapt the itinerary in order to provide the best possible experience while respecting safety instructions. For safety reasons, we sincerely regret that we were unable to take you through certain parts of the route as originally planned. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again so you can experience the full crossing of Tahiti in all its beauty. Mauruuru roa. Hinarii
In Pape’ete you do your customers a disservice by only allowing a limited number of pickup points and then not telling the providers that that's what you have done. Every single one of them assumed that we were booked at the pickup hotel. It made the experience uncomfortable and less efficient.
Ia Ora Na 🌺 Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely regret the confusion regarding your pickup and understand that it may have made the beginning of your excursion less comfortable. To ensure efficient pickups and avoid delays for all our guests, we offer several meeting points that are easy and safe for our vehicles to access. Unfortunately, we are not always able to provide pickups in certain areas or locations that are less accessible, including those situated at higher elevations. However, we always do our very best to accommodate each of our adventurers and provide the best possible experience for everyone. Your comments are valuable to us and help us continue improving our communication regarding pickup arrangements. Thank you for choosing to discover the heart of Tahiti with our team, and we hope that you still keep wonderful memories of your day with us. Mauruuru roa 🌿 Hinarii
Leonie is such an amazing guide! The roads that typically the tour takes, on one side of the island were unfortunately washed out due to so much rain the past few days, but Leonie still found a way to make the tour amazing for us and took another way to see some amazing scenery. She is an incredible person and taught us so much about the island and the great people here. I would not have been able to see even a quarter of what we did if not for Leonie. Thank you for this day! 😊🙏
Ia Ora Na 🌺 Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback, which truly means a lot to us. Despite the weather conditions and the roads being damaged by heavy rainfall, we are very happy to hear that this day still turned into a memorable experience for you. At HEREAKIMANU, we always do our utmost to adapt to conditions in order to offer our visitors an authentic and unforgettable adventure. Your kind words about Leonie will mean a great deal to her. Sharing the story, culture, and beauty of our island with passion is what drives us every day, and knowing that you felt this spirit during your tour is the greatest reward we could receive. Thank you again for your trust and kindness. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again for another adventure in French Polynesia. Mauruuru roa 🌿 Hinarii
