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Tahiti: Guided Hiking in a Biodiversity Sanctuary

Location Tahiti, French Polynesia
$99.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

In the heart of the sacred Mo'aroa Valley, 40 minutes from Papeete, AOA Polynesian Forests opens the doors to a private estate of 230 hectares.

Guided by passionate naturalists, you explore a forest undergoing active restoration, populated by endemic and native species found nowhere else. Bamboo forest, large native banyan tree, medicinal plants, endemic birds, crystal clear river: each visit is an authentic immersion in Tahiti’s natural heritage.

Guided hikes, educational walks with trail games, vegetable dye workshops, immersion days — each activity contributes directly to the restoration of Polynesian biodiversity.

Winner of the Tahiti Sustainable Tourism Award 2024
UN Ecosystem Restoration Programme 2021–2030

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Hiking Sanctuary Without Shuttle
Hiking Sanctuary Without Shuttle
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Snacks
  • Admission fee
  • Bathing EN river
  • Transport can be arranged EN option. The rate depends DE the distance between your accommodation and the AOA forest.

  • AOA Polynesian Forests
    A 4-hour guided hike in the heart of a 230-hectare private forest sanctuary, 40 minutes from Papeete — far from Tahiti’s classic sightseeing tours. Accompanied by a Naturalist Guide who specializes in Polynesian biodiversity, you pass through successive landscapes of rare beauty: bamboo forest, active eating areas, reintroduced endemic species, to the great native banyan tree — the emblem of the Mo'aroa Valley. Along the way, every plant, every bird becomes a story: traditional uses, threats, preservation efforts. The hike ends with a swim in the fresh waters of the river — the perfect end point of an extraordinary day. Welcome with floral infusion and local biscuits included. Completely private domain: your group operates alone in the valley, without meeting other visitors. Your visit contributes directly to the active restoration of Polynesian biodiversity.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Tahiti: Guided Hiking in a Biodiversity Sanctuary

    Location Tahiti, French Polynesia
    $99.33
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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