Is the water safe in French Polynesia?

Tap water is safe to drink only in the city of Papeete on Tahiti and on Bora Bora. You can buy bottled spring water in any grocery store. Most of French Polynesia's marine creatures are harmless to humans, but there are some to avoid.



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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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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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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. There is really nothing to fear in the lagoon.

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French Polynesia is also great for animals. And that is quite strange because since the islands are so far away from the inhabited world, there are not that many animals at all. You will not find monkeys, deadly spiders or snakes and no crocodiles here.

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A total of 13 tidal waves classified as a tsunami since 1837 have killed 2 people in French Polynesia. Compared to other countries, Tsunamis therefore occur rather rarely. The strongest tidal wave registered in French Polynesia so far reached a height of 20 meters.

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Bugs, Bites & Other Wildlife Concerns -- Living among the friendly Tahitians are some of the world's friendliest ants, roaches, geckos, crabs, and insects. Indeed, the islands have multitudes of mosquitoes, roaches, ants, houseflies, and other insects.

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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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November to April (Low Season)
Bora Bora, Tahiti, and French Polynesia weather is hot, humid, and exotic. And while that may sound like the perfect paradise to some, it is not to everyone. If you're looking for the most comfortable visit possible, you'll want to avoid the wet season of November through April.

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Strictly prohibited imports include live animals, all plant material, flowers, fruits, and cultured pearls of non-French Polynesian origin. Naturally, any weapons, ammunition, and narcotics are prohibited outright.

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Despite being situated close to a tectonic plate border, Bora Bora is not thought to be particularly vulnerable to tsunamis. There haven't been any recent tsunamis in the region, despite the island's distance from the Pacific's main earthquake zones.

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Cyclones, tsunamis, earthquakes, and tropical storms are other natural disasters that are more likely to occur here.

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Tahiti is a tropical paradise in the South Pacific known for its turquoise waters, coral reefs, and diverse marine life. It is also home to one of the most fascinating and feared predators of the ocean - the tiger shark. These apex predators can grow up to 16 feet long and weigh over 1,400 pounds.

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