French Polynesia, situated right in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, consists of five island groups of volcanic origin; the Society Islands, the Marquesas, Tuamotu, Gambier and the Austral Ridge.
These islands have allured, inspired and enamoured visitors since the time the islands were first discovered. Visiting these islands is a special experience. The lure of the French Polynesia is not only due to the hospitable Polynesian people, and their spectacularly beautiful islands.
Climate
The French Polynesian islands enjoy a tropical climate with a maximum amount of sunshine reaching 3,000 hours annually in the Tuamotus!
The temperatures, always pleasant, are cooled by the Trade Winds blowing all year round. Average temperature is 27°C, while water temperature is 25°C.
Seasons:
Low season: from January to April
Middle season: from May to August
High season: from September to the beginning of January.
Bareboat Exp. Level
From 1 easy to 5 very experienced: 3/4.
We could provide a skipper service for your first day's sail from our base to familiarise the crew with the boat.
Navigation conditions
Ideal sailing conditions can be experienced from April through to the end of October with sunny weather and good easterly trade winds.Navigation in the leeward islands is easy, with relatively short distances between islands. Lagoon entrances are well marked with buoys. The area is not tidal, making for very easy sailing.
Normal Wind Direction
From April to June and September to October winds generally blow in an easterly direction between 10-15 knots. July and August can be windier periods and you may experience occasional heavy rainfall between November and March.
Starting points and navigation zones
Base of Raiatea and Bora Bora : Starting Point to : the Society Islands
(One way : Raiatea, Huahine, Bora Bora)
Fakarava et Rangiroa : Starting Point to : Tua Motu Archipelago
Nuku Hiva et Hiva Oa : Starting Point to : the Marquesas
Currency
Pacific Franc ( 1 euro = 120 francs CSP).
Language
French and Tahitian are both official languages.
English is commonly used.
Practical informations
Local Time : - 10 heures GMT
Electricity : 220 volts
A valid passport is required.
Strong points
Bora Bora, Raiatea, Huahine, Moorea, Tahiti, Rangiroa, Manihi, Marquesas, Furakawa, Tuamotu. A multitude of islands and islets (motu) surrounded by coral reefs and resplendant bays
Vast species of fish.
Scuba diving, surfing, windsurfing, fishing, snorkeling, water skiing...
A pleasant climate all year round.
Tradition of warm welcoming local population
Modern nautical infrastructure and a professional team.
Possibility to ferry leaving/returning from Bora Bora.
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