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16 things to do in French Polynesia
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Heiva i Bora Bora Festival
The Heiva festival is one of the most fun ways to experience the culture of Bora Bora
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Heiva i Tahiti Festival
Discover the symbol of the Polynesian culture and an iconic event for people proud of their heritage and history
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Hawaiki Nui Va'a
The annual event is a great opportunity to experience a canoe competition, as well as other performances that come along
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Diving & Swimming with Manta Rays
Swim in a company of these gracious underwater creatures in the waters of the Anau Lagoon
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Humpback Whales in French Polynesia
Don't miss the opportunity to observe humpback whales and swim up close with these ocean giants
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Turtles Laying Eggs
Watch sea turtles gracefully make their way to their nesting ground to lay eggs
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Wall of Sharks
With the full moon shining over the very heart of the Pacific, thousands of spawning groupers are enclosed by hundreds of hungry predators
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Shark Watching and Feeding
Your heart rate will rise in the presence of some of these deadly sea predators, swimmers can join the packs in water, while non-swimmers may watch the action from aboard
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Polynesian Breadfruit (Uru or Ulu)
Special thanks to the British Captain Cook who discovered this versatile fruit in French Polynesia
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Deep Sea Fishing
Discover deep sea fishing in the open Pacific Ocean and enjoy fabulous views of the islands
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Baby Turtles Hatching Season
Experience the hatching season of baby sea turtles as they make their way into the water for the first time
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Perfect Diving
The beautiful picturesque waters of Bora Bora are perfect for scuba diving
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Surfing
Surfers' dreams come true in Tahiti—home to the world's best waves
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Tiare Tahiti
Tahitian emblematic flower is celebrated during Tiare Honoring Days through weaving wreaths and bunches of the favourite blossoms
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Diving and Snorkeling around Tahiti
Take an unforgettable diving trip in Tahiti during the Polynesia winter when the water temperature is lower and the visibility is clearer