Is Tahiti very expensive?

Is Tahiti Expensive to Vacation? The short answer is more often than not, YES. In comparison to the other 20+ countries around the world that I have visited, Tahiti is definitely on the more expensive side. To give you a point of reference, a vacation in Tahiti is comparable to a vacation in Paris or London.



People Also Ask

The author of this answer has requested the removal of this content.


MORE DETAILS

For a two-week package including international flights, inter-island stopovers, lodging, activities and meals, the real price of a trip to Tahiti is about: All comfort in high season: $17,000 per couple. All comfort in low season: $13,000. Economy in high season: $11,000.

MORE DETAILS

Exclusivity – Tahiti is a very exclusive destination.
Supply and demand naturally drive the pricing up. However, this also creates an atmosphere of privacy and relaxed nature in Tahiti which mirrors the soft warm nature of the locals themselves.

MORE DETAILS

High and Low Season Prices in Tahiti
The overall high season in French Polynesia extends from May 1 to October 31, although some resorts change their prices starting April 1. The low season covers November 1 to April 30.

MORE DETAILS

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Tahiti High season is considered to be July and August. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is February.

MORE DETAILS

U.S. citizens do not need a visa if entering on a regular tourist passport and staying no more than 90 days out of every six months. If the purpose of the trip is not tourism (work, scientific research, etc.), then you may be required to obtain a visa before arrival in French Polynesia.

MORE DETAILS

Regardless, travelers agree that the warm waters, lush jungles and luxurious resorts are worth the splurge. Miles of shoreline, dozens of resorts, French cuisine to die for – Tahiti has all the makings of a honeymoon destination. But beach bums often pass over Tahiti's sands in favor of Bora Bora's ivory shores.

MORE DETAILS

It depends on what type of beaches you're looking for. If you're expecting perfectly white sand, calm waves and bright aquamarine-colored water, Bora Bora has better beaches (bottom left photo). If you enjoy public beaches, surfing, whale watching and dolphin sightings, Tahiti has better beaches (bottom right photo).

MORE DETAILS

Bars, Clubs and Pubs: There are many nightclubs in Tahiti that range in style from regular, every-day bars to very upscale and elite nightclubs. In general, any tourist is allowed to enter the elite nightclubs – some locals may be excluded.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

It takes around 5 hours 55 minutes to fly from Papeete (PPT) to Honolulu (HNL).

MORE DETAILS

11 Ways to Save in Tahiti
  1. Travel During the Shoulder Season. As you would expect, Tahiti and her islands are absolutely packed with tourists during the summer. ...
  2. Be Flexible on Dates. ...
  3. Skip the Overwater Bungalow. ...
  4. Tahiti Budget Accommodations. ...
  5. Get a Rental Car. ...
  6. Take the Ferry. ...
  7. Create a Budget. ...
  8. Eat Smart.


MORE DETAILS

Tahiti Weather: Storms in French Polynesia The humid season in Tahiti is from November to April. Occasionally, strong storms do develop. There actually ARE NO hurricanes in Tahiti (or anywhere in the South Pacific).

MORE DETAILS

While meal prices in Tahiti can vary, the average cost of food in Tahiti is F5,740 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Tahiti should cost around F2,296 per person.

MORE DETAILS

Which Is Cheaper? Due to having a wider range of accommodations, from guesthouses to resorts, staying in Fiji tends to be more affordable than staying in Tahiti. On the contrary, Tahiti is more known for its luxury resorts, with large chain hotels such as Sheraton and Intercontinental lining the coast.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

The official currency of Tahiti is the CFP Franc (XPF). It's best to exchange money or use your credit card in Tahiti. If you can't buy some before your trip, the next best options are Australian Dollars (AUD), US Dollars (USD) or Euros (EUR).

MORE DETAILS