Lonely Planet Tahiti & French Polynesia

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Tahiti & French Polynesia.

Discover Tahiti & French Polynesia's most popular experiences and best kept secrets – from splurging on an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora, where you can watch fish underwater through your glass coffee table, to wandering through the remains of mountain temples in Maeva on Huahine, and swimming with manta rays at Le Ferme on Tikehau.

Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips, with an all-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Tahiti & French Polynesia effortlessly. Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions. You'll find expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more, plus vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Tahiti.

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Papeno'o Valley to Mo'orea's Lagoon and Tiputa Pass, and connect with French Polynesian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions. An essential information toolkit contains tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel. Covers Tahiti, Mo'orea, Huahine, Ra'iatea & Taha'a, Bora Bora, Maupiti, The Tuamotus, The Marquesas, The Australs and the Gambier Archipelago.