Location: Papeete
Top Things to do in Papeete
Top 8 Sightseeing Tours in Papeete, Society Islands
Papeete is a great base for exploring Tahiti’s lagoons, black- and white-sand beaches and volcanoes. You’ll find a lively nightlife scene centered around the ferry dock. For an authentic island experience, visit Mapuru a Paraita market or Musee de la Perle to find local black pearls.
Restaurants in Papeete
1. private Tahiti island discovery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Our private half day tour is the best experience to discover the different aspects of the island of Tahiti. You will have the opportunity to go all around the island and visit the main natural, historical and cultural sites. Our professional driver guide can adapt the itinerary to your expectations.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions:
Reviewed By chuntclements
Booking Reference # 765556604 My husband and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary on the Regatta Ship with Oceania Cruises from New Zealand to Tahiti. After disembarking on March 5th, we stayed over-night at the Intercontinental Tahiti Resort and spent that afternoon on a fabulous private tour of Tahiti with tour guide Baudouin Bertrand. Bertrand not only took us to all the highlights featured in the Viator itinerary listing, he walked with us at our pace, thoroughly explaining each site while answering our many questions. Bertrand is a superb professional, very knowledgeable about Polynesian & European history/culture and environmental science. He made our afternoon most informative, entertaining, and one to cherish always with treasured memories. We highly recommend Bertrand as a tour guide.
2. Private Island Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
5. Take part of a wonderful island tour steeped in history. Discover the gorgeous fauna, flora and lovely waterfalls of Tahiti, archaelogical site, grottoes and also take in the landmarks and monuments to Captain Cook and Captain Bligh at Venus point. discover the lighthouse designed by Robert Louis Stevenson's father.plenty of time given at each stop then time to explore the lovely beach of black sand as well. Private tour (up to 6 people ) -Half day tour includes 6 sights to visit: - Marae arahurahu - Grottos of Maraa - Vaipahi garden - Waterfall of Faarumai - blow hole - Venus point & the light house
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, fresh water included
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By L4402QFchrisd
This tour was a lot of fun and the only reason I'm rating it a 3 was due to the fact it wasn't quite what my wife and I had in mind. We were looking for a little more adventure and going deep into the jungles on a safari vehicle and doing some hiking etc... however, our guide Fabricio was really nice and extremely informative about the history and culture of Tahiti and the Polynesians. You do visit some really awesome waterfalls, botanical garden and other attractions around the island. All in all we were pleased with all the sights we saw and it made for a good half day afternoon excursion.
3. Tahiti And Moorea Vip Tour (Full day)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Unique Limousine service. Atypical circuit just like your driver !! Custom program and circuit. Unique tour to visit TAHITI and Moorea in the same day. Beautiful sensations guaranteed!
Inclusions: Bottles of water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, VEHICLE PASSAGE AREMITI FERRY RETURN, AREMITI FERRY TICKET FOR ONE OR TWO PERSONS RETURN
Exclusions: OPTIONAL CERTIFIED GUIDES, Soda/Pop, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By 642takashih
Just arrived from “The Brando” and a nice car was waiting us in the Airport Air Tahiti from Tetiaroa Island @thebrando
4. Private TAHITI Half-day 5h Circle Island Tour (Departs 8am or 1pm)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Yota provides a unique insight into the Polynesian way of life. He creates privileged relations with all the Polynesians to guarantee a meaningful tour for you. Through his in-depth knowledge of Tahiti and Her Islands (he has traveled to 23 out of the 40 available by plane) Yota weaves a tale for his listeners. Yota's Japanese background and sensitivity provides for you a highly personalized service and attention to detail that surpasses other experiences.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Free WiFi on board
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Gail M
We had a wonderful day with Yota. He was so informative and friendly. He picked a lovely restaurant and helped us order a vegan option. We would highly recommend his tour.
5. Private TAHITI Full-day 8 hour Circle Island Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Yota provides a unique insight into the Polynesian way of life. He creates privileged relations with all the Polynesians to guarantee a meaningful tour for you. Through his in-depth knowledge of Tahiti and Her Islands (he has traveled to 23 out of the 40 available by plane) Yota weaves a tale for his listeners. Yota's Japanese background and sensitivity provides for you a highly personalized service and attention to detail that surpasses other experiences.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Free WiFi on board
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Travel599287
My husband and I had a 12 hour layover in Tahiti and enjoyed an incredible half day full island tour with the delightful Yota. We saw both the main tourist interest spots as well as beautiful locals only sights in an immaculate vehicle with all the safety precautions. Yota's incredibly knowledgeable about history and culture and tells great stories. Be sure to ask him about traditional Tahitian dancing! Due to COVID, we had some very challenging logistics that he completely handled for us, going well above and beyond what most tour guides would do to make our 12 hour stay perfect. He recommended an extraordinary "locals" restaurant for dinner before our flight and most importantly hooked me up with a fantastic jeweler (Kermei) where I bought my black tahitian pearls. Thank you Yota!
6. Private Tahiti Island Tour - Half Day
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Take a tour on a trip around the island and discover some of the Treasures of Tahiti. Start with the West Coast and the famous Marae Arahurahu, religious site dedicated to the ancient gods where important ceremonies used to take place. Then continue with the visit of the beautiful gardens and waterfall of Vaipahi set in a lush tropical environment. "Do not miss the East Coast and its Blow Hole, natural site recently rehabilitated for visitors or the famous Venus Point, " who saw Captain James Cook landed. Then wrap up your island tour by a breathtaking panoramic view at the Taharaa View Point.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Local Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By Roderic B
As a solo traveler, I had an amazing time. Friendly and informative guide, convivial group of fellow travelers, and getting to see a side of Tahiti that too many miss out on. What could be better?
7. Papeete Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.2 based on 13 reviews
To complete the city tour by little road train, or to learn more about the history of the Polynesian capital, choose our walking tour. Have the ultimate Pape’ete adventure discovering the popular and forgotten stories. Refreshing stops and introductions to Pape’ete lifestyle will be included at the tour. Become ambassadors of this tropical metropolis who emerged in 1818.
Inclusions: Weeding sunshades, All taxes, fees and handling charges, All activities, Tour escort/host
Exclusions: Drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By Louis M
I attempted to take this ride in Papeete when I was there in November. I was told it’s no longer operating
8. Papeete Segway Night Tour
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore Papeete on a night time Segway tour. Glide along the Papeete waterfront on your Segway and take in the views of Papeete at night. On this 1.5 hour tour you’ll visit many of Papeete’s top attractions including Vaiete Square, New Marina, Paofai Park and the Monument of Independence. We promote green tourism and eco-tourism in order to preserve our nature and our paradise islands.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Professional guide, Use of helmet
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks
Reviewed By M9159BRjayg
Our tour was listed at 3 hours but at our guide said they usually only go out for 2 hours. I think we saw all the sites and went from one end of the city to the other. The e-bikes were great but it wasn't as much fun riding as I would like as it was in heavy city traffic with lots of vehicle fumes. To make up the time our guide took us to the market in one of their pedicycles and showed us around. If you want to see Pape'ete I would recommend this tour but we liked getting out of the city and seeing the island more.
