Excursion Off road quad atv adventure tour at Huahine

Explore the marvellous sites and landscapes of Huahine Nui and Huahine Iti during this scenic, off-road quad ATV tour. Drive around the island and visit marae Manunue, Faie's blue-eyed eels and Maroe's Belvedere for impressive views. Your half-day excursion will also visit the "Sofitel" beach for a swim.

Maeva & Marae (Ancient Temples)

Head to Maeva, known for its maraes (ancient temples). The village of Maeva was once the royal residence and has been the object of extensive archaeological research. In ancient times, coronations of kings and queens as well as human sacrifices were among the rituals performed at this national marae. According to legend, the marea was built on the place where Princess Hutuhiva first set foot on Huahine after she fled from Raiatea.

Belvedere

A steep uphill drive through lush tropical forest takes you to the lookout point for a breathtaking view over the crater.

Huahine Nui

Huahine island is divided into two parts: Huahine Nui (big) and Huahine Iti (small). The smaller of the two islands is mostly agricultural. Here you will be introduced to some of the significant flora as well as plantations of vanilla, flowers and pineapple.

Fare & Blue-Eyed Eels

Discover the west coast with views of Raiatea, Bora Bora and Tahaa en route to Fare, Huahine's main village. Here you can view one of the village's special attractions, its astonishing blue-eyed eels.

Sofitel Beach

Before heading back to the pier, stop at the “Sofitel” beach for a swim.  

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Huahine Nui, Fare Maeva, Fare Pote's, Villages of Maeva, Faaie and Fare, Manunu Marae, Belvedere Viewpoint, Sofitel Beach

Note

Please note: This tour may include rough off-road driving/climbing and steep ascents and descents, therefore it is not recommended to pregnant women, persons suffering from motion sickness, vertigo, bad back or joints, excess weight. It involves a moderate amount of walking; however, guests must be able to maneuver in and out of the vehicle. The ride may be rough at times and guests will experience bumpy, jerking motions. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Itinerary and order of the visited sites are subject to change. Bring/wear a swimsuit and beach shoes or flip-flops suitable to wade ashore in the shallow water. Bring eco-friendly sun protection, towels and bottled water from the ship. In this part of the world, the climate is tropical, with a hot and humid season from November to April and a cooler season from May to October. Tour operates in wet/rainy weather as long as the safety of the guests is not in question.Each Quad bike holds two people who will take turns in driving. A valid driving licence is required to partecipate in the tour.