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	RAIATEA Only by boat can you truly experience the magic of the Leeward Islands of Tahiti. Sail blue lagoons in the shadows of volcanic peaks just as ancient Polynesians did in outrigger canoes. • Visit Raiatea, Tahaa, Huahine and Bora Bora. • Explore tranquil lagoons • Anchor on uninhabited motus • Experience the fragrant mixture of orchid, frangi pani and vanilla

The Timeless, Living Legend
Discover a place unspoiled by modern times and seemingly reserved just for you and experience the gracious welcoming traditions of the gentle people of these islands. Watch a sunset reflected in these tranquil lagoons and like Fletcher Christian, you just may wish to stay forever.

Four Islands For Your Exploration

• Raiatea, with remarkable deep sea fishing and scuba diving

• Tahaa, the “Vanilla Island” that produces 80% of French Polynesia’s vanilla.

• Bora Bora, home to the best snorkel and dive spots in the Society Islands

• Huahine, affected least by the outside world, known best for snorkeling in Bay d’Avea

• All four islands are the tops of ancient volcanoes which rise from the very bottom of the sea floor. Passes in the reefs that surround each peak allow easy access in and out of the famous lagoons. Good anchorages are abundant on the uninhabited motus with spectacular views back to the central islands.

Direct Flights To A Warm Welcome
The islands lie halfway between Australia and California, with direct flights to Papeete, the capital city of Tahiti. Then it’s a 45-minute flight to Raiatea, where you will be warmly greeted by The Moorings staff and a mid-ocean world of endless inspiration.

Typical 10-Day Itinerary TAHITI

Charter Start • Orientation, chart briefing and check-out of your yacht. Sail inside the reef to Tahaa. Anchor in Apu Bay for the night.

Day 1 • Leave early for a reach to Bora Bora’s west shore. Anchor at Motu Tofari.

Day 2 • A one-hour sail to the Bora Bora Hotel. Anchor just north of Pt. Raititi.

Day 3 • Explore the wonders of Bora Bora Lagoon. Anchor for the night at the Bora Bora Yacht Club.

Day 4 • Back to Raiatea for re provisioning and an overnight at Faaroa Bay.

Day 5 • By early light, explore the Aoppamao River by dinghy. An afternoon sail inside the lagoon to the village of Opoa. Anchor in Hotopuu Bay.

Day 6 • Depart Raiatea for a close reach to Huahine. Anchor by Fare Village.

Day 7 • Sail inside the reef to Port Bourayne, then to Bay d’Avea for snorkeling.

Day 8 • A morning sail back to Tahaa. Anchor in Haamene Bay for the night.

Day 9 • Sail all the way around Tahaa inside the lagoon. Overnight anchorage in Apu Bay.

Day 10 • Sail back to The Moorings before 10 a.m.

TAHITI

Main Language: French, Tahitian, English.

Weather: Average temperatures November – April are between 85-95F (27-33c). Average temperatures May – October are 78 – 85F (20-27c).