Îles du Vent

Citizens of the EU, US, Canada, Australia, and many others can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Check current rules before travel.

The French Pacific Franc (XPF or CFP). Credit cards are widely accepted at resorts, but carry cash for small vendors.

Tap water is safe in Papeete but bottled water is recommended elsewhere, especially on Moorea and outer motus.

Yes, French-style Type E plugs and 220V electricity. Bring a universal adapter if needed.

French and Tahitian are official, with French dominant. English is spoken at hotels and tourist areas, less so elsewhere.

4G mobile data is good in urban and resort areas. Hotels offer Wi-Fi, but speeds can be slower on remote motus.

Yes, in lagoons and passes under guidance. Watch for currents, stonefish, and coral. Reef-safe sunscreen is essential.

Stonefish (shallow water), lionfish, and occasional sharks—but attacks are extremely rare. Mosquitoes are the biggest nuisance.

Yes, it is a luxury destination. Budget travel is possible by staying in pensions (guesthouses), eating at roulottes (food trucks), and buying local goods.

Yes, legal age is 18. Local Hinano beer is popular. Prices are high due to import duties.

UTC-10 (French Polynesia Time). No daylight saving.

French and Tahitian are official. English is spoken in tourist areas but less so in rural spots.

UTC-10 (Tahiti Time). No daylight saving.

In Papeete, yes. Elsewhere, stick to bottled water.

Type C and E (European). Voltage 220V, 50Hz. Bring an adapter.

Yes, but mostly harmless reef sharks. Snorkeling with them is common and safe.

Recommended for flexibility, especially on Moorea. Book in advance.

Casual and light. Pack swimwear, cover-ups, and a light jacket for evenings.

Yes, especially accommodation and imported goods. Budget $150-300/day mid-range.

Yes, but roaming is costly. Buy a local SIM from Vini or Vodafone.

Black pearls, vanilla, monoi oil, tapa cloth, and carved wood.