Is Tahiti at risk of hurricanes?

There actually ARE NO hurricanes in Tahiti (or anywhere in the South Pacific). That's not as good news as you might think--it's because they're not called hurricanes in that region, they're called cyclones :-). But there is good news: cyclones are rare, with the last powerful one occurring in 1982.



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In French Polynesia, the months from November to March in general, have the most rain. In addition, the risk of hurricanes in French Polynesia is particularly high from December to April (an average of 3 to 6 hurricanes over this period).

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Tsunamis in Tahiti are very rare. There have only been 13 in the past 150 years, usually due to seismic events elsewhere in the Pacific. Other natural disasters such as tropical storms are more common.

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Rain falls throughout the year in Tahiti. The month with the most rain in Tahiti is December, with an average rainfall of 6.9 inches. The month with the least rain in Tahiti is September, with an average rainfall of 1.0 inches.

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Theft and other petty crime is most common in the capital Papeete. Make sure you keep a good grasp on your bag as you move around town, especially in crowded areas. The main streets with bars and clubs can get rowdy at night, so be careful, especially if you are a woman. Some beaches on Tahiti are a bit dangerous.

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In Tahiti, there's still plenty for honeymoon couples to see and do, but it's the natural attractions that really set this destination apart from Hawaii. Tahiti offers the quintessential south-seas experience of seclusion and astounding natural beauty and attracts honeymoon couples from around the world.

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ENVIRONMENT. The sun can get intense during the day, so remember to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated. There are no snakes or poisonous spiders in Tahiti, only mosquitoes and the small sand fly known as the no-no. Bring bug repellent and carry it with you when hiking through dense vegetation.

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With so many beaches, water activities, and cultural connections, you should spend between seven and 10 days in Tahiti and greater Polynesia. One week to 10 days can give you plenty of time to visit Tahiti and other islands, such as Bora Bora or Moorea.

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French is the official language of The Islands of Tahiti. Tahitian is mostly spoken by islanders in their homes while French is commonly used in schools and business but once you visit the islands, English is well spoken in restaurants, resorts and other tourist areas.

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Tahiti is home to a warm, tropical climate and can be broken up into two seasons, summer from November to February and winter from April to September. There is no real temperature difference between the seasons as the winter months are only slightly cooler, but never cold.

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Despite their fierce reputation, sharks are generally inoffensive because of the abundance of other prey in the waters of The Islands of Tahiti.

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Drinking water:
You can drink tap water in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora and in all the international resorts. It is usually fine in family hotels and in the other islands but we recommend that you ask your hosts for confirmation.

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Scenery. Both countries have stunning turquoise waters, and pristine white sandy beaches. Tahiti has a mountain backdrop and beautiful lagoons. In the Maldives it has a more “deserted” island feel as there is usually nothing but water in the horizon.

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