Is the water OK to drink in Tahiti?

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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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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French wine and champagne are the most common types of wine found on the islands, however, Australian, New Zealand, and Californian wines are also available. Inspired by local ingredients (coconut, banana, and vanilla), tropical cocktails are very popular in resorts.

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You'll find one of the top Tahitian white sand beaches, Plage de Toaroto, west of Papeete. It's sensational for most beach activities including paddleboarding, snorkeling and swimming or sunbathing.

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no, there are no crocodiles in French Polynesia. Also, there is no such thing as a Tiger Ray. Readers of this review will just have to use their imagination when it comes to what those two topics have to do with each other.

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Is it safe to swim in French Polynesia? Most beaches in French Polynesia are safe to visit as they are in lagoons, which are protected from the dangers of the open ocean. However, some can have strong currents and tides. Some of the marine wildlife in French Polynesia is also dangerous.

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Tipping. Tipping is not customary in the Islands of Tahiti and therefore not expected. It is left at your discretion for exemplary service.

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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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The legal drinking age is 21.
So if you're going to Tahiti to celebrate your 18th – don't expect to be served alcohol in this country. Drinking alcohol in public and public drunkenness is not only frowned upon – but illegal.

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Sharks attacks in Bora Bora
Sharks are predators and have the potential to be dangerous in certain situations just like any other wild animal. But considering the vast number of people swimming with sharks in the lagoon of Bora Bora, every day, it is clear that any negative interactions with sharks are rare anomalies.

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Is it safe to walk around Papeete at night? Many visitors advise against walking around at night except on boulevard Pomare. The dark side streets often have high levels of street crime. The bar areas of Papeete can also get very rowdy at night, which might be uncomfortable particularly for women.

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The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Tahiti: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza. Shot lasts 2 years.

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