Half-Day Guided Hike to Afareaitu Waterfall
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Visit a sumptuous valley with lush vegetation, rich in tropical fruits and flowers. This veritable garden of eden which bears the name of the valley of the Polynesian gods and kings will amaze you with its richness. During your walk to the splendid Afareaitu waterfall, our guide will tell you about Polynesian legends and show you around the remains of ancient Polynesian temples. You can refresh yourself in the rivers lined with flowers, the natural basins and the splendid waterfall. A tasting in a private tropical garden by the river will be an opportunity to quench your thirst in a friendly atmosphere.
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Fresh fruit tasting
What's not
- Transfer between the Hilton and the Moorea Beach Lodge (supplement of 2500 FCFP / person).
Itinerary
Botanical and cultural hike in the sumptuous sacred valley of Afareaitu, lush vegetation, forest of tree ferns, tropical fruits and flowers, archaeological sites, rivers lined with flowers, natural pools and waterfall where you can bathe in a site of great beauty, out of the beaten track. Welcome to the Garden of Eden! Numerous stops along the way to discover the remains of ancient Polynesian temples, agricultural terraces and housing platforms, plants and their daily uses. Afareaitu means in Tahitian the valley of gods and kings, your guide will tell you the legends that inhabit these places. A delicious tasting of fresh fruit in our private tropical garden by the river will punctuate this half-day full of conviviality. Medium level hike on a stony trail with ups and downs. and slippery in rain. Bring good walking shoes and don't forget your swimsuit!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
5.0
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Parking next to the helipad in front of Afareaitu hospital.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Moorea Vip Tours
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under 4 years old cannot participate in this activity.
How it compares in Papeete
- Its from-price is 84% below the median of the 38 day trips we list in Papeete.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 8 of 38.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Papeete
Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia, a harbour town on the north-west coast of Tahiti with a big market, pearl shops and green mountains behind.
Papeete is the main port of Tahiti, the largest island in French Polynesia, and a French-speaking town laid out around a sheltered harbour, with the island of Moorea rising on the horizon across the water. Steep green volcanic peaks stand behind it. The Marché de Papeete, a two-storey covered market, sells fruit, flowers, fish, vanilla, monoi oil and shell crafts.
Top-ranked sights in Papeete: Arahoho Blowhole (Trou de Souffleur de Arahoho), Papeete Town Hall (Mairie de Papeete), Territorial Assembly (Place Tarahoi).
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