Tahiti lies among the Society Islands. So if you're wondering which islands near Tahiti are easiest to get to and provide more accommodation choices, the answer is the other Society Islands of Moorea, Raiatea, Tahaa, Huahine and Bora Bora. They are the closest islands to Tahiti.
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Known for its black-sand beaches, tropical lagoons and waterfalls, Tahiti is 4,400 km south of Hawaii, 7,900km from Chile and 5,700km from Australia. It's the largest island in French Polynesia and is divided into Tahiti Nui (the larger, western section) and Tahiti Iti (the eastern peninsula).
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.
Any foreign visitor coming to The Islands of Tahiti is required to have a visa according to the following conditions. In all cases, visitors must hold a valid passport.
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.
Tahiti is a major island in French Polynesia and it is over 3500 kilometers off Fiji. This country is made up of 118 islands and it is known for its amazing coastline as well as the gateway to islands such as Bora bora and Moorea.
Most travelers headed to this tropical paradise arrive by air. The Tahiti-Faa'a International Airport is located on Tahiti's main island and is about 5 km west of Papeete. This is the only international airport in French Polynesia and is close and convenient to all the major hotels and resorts on Tahiti.
To properly experience Bora Bora, three days (four nights if arriving late) should be enough. The island is small and there isn't all that much to see. If you're after a pampering luxury holiday of sipping cocktails on the deck of your overwater bungalow, you could probably spend a week (if you can afford that).
To get to Bora Bora, most travelers fly into Bora Bora Airport also known as Motu Mute Airport. If you're coming from the U.S., you'll first stop at the Faa'a International Airport in Tahiti. Once you've cleared customs, you'll hop on a 45-minute flight to Bora Bora Airport.
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.
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.