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Essential information for your French Polynesia family holiday

Best time to visit French Polynesia

The dry period from May to October is a great time to visit due to less rainfall and cooler weather.

Peak season is July and August and Christmas and Easter are also busier. The cost of flights rise considerably over this period.

Getting to French Polynesia

Getting to French Polynesia pretty straightforward. All international flights land in Tahiti. Search for a great deal on flights on Trip.com.

To visit one of the beautiful outlying islands, a flight will need to be booked with Air Tahiti. If you’re planning on visiting a few islands, it’s worth clicking on the Multi-Islands button for a cheaper deal.

Moorea can also be reached by Ferry.

Where to stay in French Polynesia

French Polynesia is not cheap so this will depend on your budget. Luxury accommodation is catered for but cheaper options can be found in family-run guesthouses or pensions. These can be absolutely wonderful!

Search for your accommodation here or check out where we have stayed below:

TAHITI – We have stayed at Villa BO (our favourite) in Teahupoo and in Papeete at both Hotel Sarah Nui and the Sofitel Ia Ora Beach Resort.
MOOREA – We have stayed at the Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort.
HUAHINE – We have stayed at the Royal Huahine.
RAIATEA – We have stayed at the Pension Les Trois Cascades.
BORA BORA – We have stayed at the Sofitel Private Island and the Sofitel Marara Beach Resort.

Getting around the islands

This really depends on what you want to do and the age of your kids!

We loved hiring a car for a day or two in Tahiti, Huahine, and Raiatea. Search car hire across major brands here.
In Bora-Bora, Moorea, and Raiatea we loved getting around by pushbike and on foot.
Taxis, water taxis and private transfers are available and your accommodation can help you out with this.
There is a public bus on Tahiti which is an enjoyable experience but be warned that it sometimes (especially on the weekend) isn’t reliable. During weekdays and day-time hours should be fine.

Attractions and tours

There is plenty of things to do and see around French Polynesia. I found booking through our accommodation was the best option and we had no problems booking the night before.

WiFi

WiFi is usually available at hotels but the connection can be a bit hit and miss on the lesser-visited islands. Purchasing data is expensive so don’t plan on being able to watch YouTube.