Explore on your own rating
Gorgeous but spread out.
Where ships dock
- Tender port (Cook's Bay or Opunohu Bay)
Getting to town
Little at the landing; transport is needed for beaches and viewpoints.
Taxis are limited; book tours (lagoon snorkel, Belvedere lookout).
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: CFP franc (XPF). Cards accepted in towns; cash for markets.
Entry: French Polynesia: U.S. citizens visa-free up to 90 days in 6 months; passport valid 6+ months beyond stay. ETIAS does not apply (U.S. State Dept, checked Oct 2026).
Top sights nearby
- Belvedere Lookout
- Lagoon snorkel with rays and sharks
- Pineapple route
Beaches
- Temae Beach
Safety & tips
- Book activities ahead.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen.
- Tenders weather-dependent.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Be at the tender 45 minutes before the last one.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.