Tahiti is a great place to relax while enjoying beautiful scenery and fascinating history. The Tahiti Lagoonarium, for example, has an amazing array of marine animals that members of the whole family will enjoy. Their waters include a vast collection of sharks, moray eels, turtles and tropical fish. For lovers of the books Mutiny on the Bounty and Pitcairn's Island, the home of the great author James Norman Hall is a must see. For those seeking a unique environment, Point Venus is a great place for photos. Encircled with black-sand beaches, such historical explorers as Captain Cook and Captain William Bligh landed here. For any girl who loves jewelry, the Musee de la Perle Robert Wan is the only place in the world dedicated to showcasing the beauty, history, and art of pearls. For those who want to really remember that visit, the Tahiti Perles shop near the museum offers visitors the chance to purchase these one-of-a-kind wonders. Want to learn more about Tahiti? Visitors to the Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands in Punaauia are received with a wonderfully entertaining tour that focuses on the culture and history of the island.
For travelers who want to enjoy local cuisine and immerse themselves in the cultural aspects of Tahiti, the Municipal Market in Papeete is a great place to visit. Go early to make sure you get the freshest flowers, flower necklaces, fish, tropical fruits, vegetables, vanilla, and different assortments of arts & crafts. For an eerie experience, visitors can check out Maraa Grotto which includes a cave and a black-water lake. After a perfect day of sightseeing, visitors can relax at the Fautaua Waterfall, one of the tallest in the world, and go swimming in the pool below.
The InterContinental Resort Tahiti is a wonderful place to lodge during your Tahiti vacation. Every room includes an ocean view, marvelous pools and free snorkeling with sting rays and kayaking. Also, The Punatea Village Hotel is a great place to stay if you’re on a budget. Nomatter where you decide to stay, the combination of a rich culture and beautiful setting are sure to make for a memorable vacation.