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Tahiti is not a single destination. It is the starting point for a wider journey through French Polynesia: a constellation of volcanic islands, reef-fringed lagoons and remote atolls spread across the South Pacific. Explored by yacht, the scale becomes part of the experience. Each passage brings a change of perspective. Each anchorage feels distinct.

Most Tahiti yacht charters begin with the Society Islands, where the cruising grounds combine sheltered waters with an exceptional variety of landscapes. From Tahiti, Moorea rises sharply from the sea, its green peaks and deep bays setting the tone for the journey ahead. Further west, the Leeward Islands create a natural progression through Huahine, Raiatea, Taha’a and Bora Bora, each island close enough to form part of a fluid itinerary, yet individual enough to reward time and curiosity. Tahiti Tourisme highlights these islands as key sailing destinations within French Polynesia.

The appeal lies in the freedom to move at your own pace. Spend the morning swimming from the yacht in clear, calm water. Cross a lagoon by tender. Step ashore to explore a village, walk through tropical landscapes or discover the region’s food and culture. Then return to the privacy of the yacht and continue towards the next anchorage as the light begins to soften.

Bora Bora may be the most recognisable name, defined by its turquoise lagoon and volcanic profile. Yet some of the most memorable charter moments unfold elsewhere. Huahine brings a quieter, more intimate atmosphere, with lush scenery and a strong sense of local identity. Raiatea offers cultural depth and a strategic position within the Leeward Islands. Nearby Taha’a reveals a slower rhythm, shaped by its lagoon, vanilla cultivation and views across the surrounding islands.

For longer itineraries, the Tuamotus shift the mood entirely. Here, high volcanic peaks give way to low-lying atolls, wide horizons and a more elemental relationship with the ocean. Rangiroa is the largest atoll in French Polynesia, with an expansive lagoon and renowned marine life. Fakarava, recognised as a UNESCO biosphere reserve, offers a compelling combination of remoteness and underwater discovery.

Tahiti suits different styles of charter, from relaxed island-hopping aboard a sailing yacht or catamaran to extended exploration aboard a motor yacht or superyacht. The itinerary can feel easy and unhurried, or more adventurous and far-reaching. The constant is the sense of space.

This is yachting with a different rhythm. More immersive. More personal. Shaped by the water from the moment you arrive.
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A purpose-built 40.23-metre Intermarine fishing and exploration yacht reborn through a 14M dollar 2025 refit, with an enclosed flybridge Jacuzzi and fishing cockpit, cruising Alaska and Mexico.
Last Call

40M

Intermarine

2002

130000€

Guests

A 42.2-metre Alumarine schooner catamaran built in 1998 and refitted in 2023, carrying twelve guests across six cabins on a 15.5-metre beam, based in the South Pacific year-round from 115,000
DOUCE FRANCE

42M

Alumarine

1998

115000€

Guests

A 52-metre expedition yacht rebuilt from a 1973 Australian Navy survey ship, carrying twelve guests in seven cabins with a helicopter on the top deck and 7,000 nautical miles of
JeMaSa

52M

HMA Naval Dockyard

1973

355000€

Guests

A 39-metre Westport running one of Alaska’s most established charter programmes, purpose-tuned for wildlife, glaciers and world-class fishing with an expert local crew.
Serengeti

39M

Westport

2002

150000€

Guests

A 46-metre Delta Marine delivered in 2011 and refitted in 2021, with a full-beam main-deck master, a sundeck jacuzzi and swim-up bar and an inflatable sea pool off the transom,
PISCES

46M

Delta Marine

2011

200000€

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A turnkey 50-metre Westport 164 by Donald Starkey with a rare bridge-deck master suite and private balcony, 20-knot performance and a full adventure toy inventory including a 34-foot Regulator chase
Valinor

50M

Westport

2013

230000€

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A multi-award-winning 57.5-metre Royal Huisman performance ketch that has circumnavigated the globe, with a raised pilothouse lounge and a 62-metre carbon mainmast.
Twizzle

57.5M

Royal Huisman

2010

140000€

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A 53-metre Dubois-designed Alloy Yachts ketch, winner of the 2005 Rolex Transatlantic Challenge, with a one-level social layout and two circumnavigations on her log.
Drumbeat

53M

Alloy Yachts

2002

155000€

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A 44.5-metre Sanlorenzo 44Alloy delivered in 2022, with a full-beam beach club, a foredeck jacuzzi and a 12.4m Tesoro chase tender, chartering French Polynesia, Australia and Fiji from USD 225,000
Aix

44M

Sanlorenzo

2022

225000€

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A dramatically styled 39-metre Northcoast tri-deck with a bold 2022 red-and-gold interior, full-beam master and sundeck Jacuzzi, cruising California year-round.
Shogun

39M

Northcoast Yachts

2002

95000€

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A 26-knot 50-metre Westport by Donald Starkey with a bridge-deck VIP balcony, sundeck Jacuzzi and a renowned crew hosting themed dinners, watersports and fishing across the Bahamas, Caribbean and Alaska.
Chasing Daylight

50M

Westport

2008

195000€

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A 45-metre McMullen & Wing expedition yacht with 10,000nm range, a crow’s nest 43 feet above sea level, a hyperbaric chamber and a custom 7.8m tender with 200-mile range.
Big Fish

45M

McMullen & Wing

2010

125000€

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Built for ambitious exploration, she combines Ice Class capability, refined onboard living and the freedom to venture far beyond traditional charter routes.
La Datcha

77M

Damen

2020

750000€

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A characterful 37.39-metre Bilgin explorer based year-round in Phuket with a full-beam master, deck Jacuzzi and a warm Joachim Kinder interior, cruising Thailand and the Andaman Sea.
Indiana

37M

Bilgin Yachts

2010

99000€

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Where to Cruise
A Tahiti yacht charter is shaped by a collection of distinct places, from well-known ports and waterfront towns to quieter anchorages, island escapes and stretches of coastline best approached from the sea. Together, they create a more layered way to charter.
Bora Bora
Explore Bora Bora by yacht: a volcanic island shaped by Mount Otemanu, luminous lagoon waters and reef-fringed motus. Swim, snorkel and move between quiet anchorages at your own pace.
Palliser Island
Uncover the Palliser Islands, where untouched atolls, crystal-clear lagoons, extraordinary marine life, and authentic Polynesian beauty create the ultimate South Pacific escape
Tuamotus
Explore the Tuamotus, a vast French Polynesian chain of coral atolls, dazzling lagoons, and world-class diving.
Leeward Island
Welcome to the Leeward Islands, where turquoise lagoons, luxurious island retreats, authentic Polynesian culture, and unforgettable South Pacific adventures await
Marquesas
The Marquesas, a remote and dramatic French Polynesian archipelago of soaring volcanic peaks, deep bays, and rich Polynesian culture.

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Tahiti Yacht Charter
Tahiti yacht charters offer the freedom to experience the destination on your own terms. Each itinerary can be shaped around the way you want to travel, with the flexibility to move between time on the water, moments ashore and the simple pleasure of life on board.
Moorea
Just northwest of Tahiti, Moorea is a natural first stop. Its volcanic peaks, sweeping bays and vivid green interior create an immediate sense of escape, while sheltered waters make it an inviting place to ease into the rhythm of the charter. Anchor beneath the island’s sculpted profile, explore the lagoon by tender or step ashore for beaches, hiking trails and panoramic viewpoints. Moorea feels dramatic without feeling distant. A strong opening chapter.
Huahine
Huahine brings a quieter edge to the Society Islands. Less polished and more intimate, it rewards guests looking for a stronger connection to the landscape and local culture. The island combines lush hills, calm lagoon waters and a more discreet atmosphere. Explore Huahine Nui and Huahine Iti, swim from the yacht, visit a pearl farm or spend the afternoon ashore discovering an island where tradition remains closely woven into everyday life.
Raiatea and Taha’a
Raiatea and Taha’a share the same lagoon, making them a natural pairing within a Leeward Islands itinerary. Raiatea brings history and cultural significance; Taha’a softens the pace with quiet anchorages, tropical scenery and an understated island character. Cruise between the two with ease. Visit Raiatea’s archaeological sites, explore Taha’a’s vanilla-producing interior or pause beside a motu for an afternoon in the water. The experience feels relaxed, varied and entirely unforced.
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Bora Bora
Bora Bora earns its place in the itinerary. Framed by Mount Otemanu and encircled by a luminous lagoon, the island delivers one of French Polynesia’s defining views. Arrive by yacht and the experience feels more considered. Move between anchorages, explore by tender and enjoy the contrast between open-water passages and calm lagoon days. Familiar from afar. More compelling from the deck.
Rangiroa and Fakarava
Beyond the Society Islands, the Tuamotus offer a more remote expression of French Polynesia. Rangiroa and Fakarava replace volcanic peaks with reef passes, coral atolls and wide-open horizons. Rangiroa is known for its scale and marine life. Fakarava brings exceptional diving and snorkelling within a UNESCO-recognised biosphere reserve. Together, they suit longer charters shaped around exploration, underwater discovery and a deeper sense of escape.

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The Week Unfolds
Across Tahiti, each itinerary reveals a different rhythm, from lively ports and waterfront towns to secluded anchorages, island escapes and stretches of coastline best discovered from the sea. Together, they create a more layered way to explore, with every route shaped by the places, experiences and moments found along the way.
Whitsundays
Seven days among seventy-four islands inside the Great Barrier Reef, from the silica sand of Whitehaven to Aboriginal rock art at Nara Inlet.
New Zealand
Seven days down the North Island’s east coast, from the Bay of Islands and the Poor Knights to Great Barrier Island and the Coromandel.
Society Islands
Seven days across the Leeward Societies, from Moorea’s bays to the vanilla and pearls of Taha’a, Bora Bora’s lagoon and secluded Huahine.
New Caledonia
Seven days from Nouméa to the Isle of Pines and the Loyalty Islands, inside the largest enclosed lagoon on earth.
Bora Bora
Seven days from Tahiti to Bora Bora and out to the Rangiroa atoll, where the lagoon is large enough to hold an island and the diving is the finest in
Fiji
Seven days through the Mamanucas and Yasawas, from the reef break at Cloudbreak to manta rays at Naviti and the caves of Sawa-i-Lau.
Tahiti Islands
Seven days from Papeete through Moorea and Huahine to Raiatea, the spiritual heart of Polynesia, finishing in Bora Bora’s lagoon.
Great Barrier Reef
Seven days along the Ribbon Reefs, from Opal Reef to Lizard Island, diving Steve’s Bommie and fishing for black marlin.
South Pacific
Seven days across French Polynesia, from the shark-filled passes of Fakarava and remote Toau to Rangiroa, Bora Bora and the vanilla islands.

Tahiti Must See & Do

The anchorages, experiences and places that define a yacht charter in Tahiti, and the ones worth building your itinerary around.
Top Anchorages

Cook’s Bay, Moorea
Opunohu Bay, Moorea
Baie Hurepiti, Taha’a
Bora Bora Lagoon off Motu Piti Aau
Avea Bay, Huahine

Top Things to Do

Swim with humpback whales off Moorea (August to October)
Snorkel the coral gardens of Fakarava’s south pass
Tour a vanilla plantation on Taha’a
Dive with blacktip reef sharks in Rangiroa’s Tiputa Pass
Hike to the Belvedere lookout above Cook’s and Opunohu Bays

Top Places to Visit

Mount Otemanu, Bora Bora
Marae Taputapuatea, Raiatea
Matira Beach, Bora Bora
Fakarava Atoll, Tuamotus
Papeete Market, Tahiti

Tahiti Charter Guide

Everything you need to know before chartering a yacht in Tahiti, from the best time to visit to where to drop anchor.
What's the best time of year to charter a yacht in Tahiti?

The dry season runs from May to October, with calmer trade winds and consistent visibility for diving and snorkelling. September and October bring humpback whales to the waters around Moorea, a good reason to time a charter for late in the season. November through April is warmer and wetter, with the occasional cyclone tracking through the wider South Pacific, so most charters concentrate on the dry months.

How do I get to Tahiti to start a yacht charter?

Charters typically begin in Papeete, served by Fa’a’a International Airport (PPT) with direct flights from Los Angeles, Paris and several Asia-Pacific hubs. From Papeete, Air Tahiti’s inter-island flights connect onward to Bora Bora, Raiatea and other islands within the Society group, useful for a charter that starts or ends outside the capital.

Which anchorages shouldn't be missed on a Tahiti charter?

Cook’s Bay and Opunohu Bay on Moorea set the tone early, with volcanic peaks framing calm water close to shore. Further west, the lagoon anchorages around Taha’a and Bora Bora offer a different rhythm: shallower, warmer and closer to the reef. Each stop has its own character, which is part of the appeal of island-hopping through the Society group.

How many days should a Tahiti charter last?

Ten to fourteen days is enough to cover Moorea and the Leeward Islands (Huahine, Raiatea, Taha’a and Bora Bora) at an unhurried pace. Charters extending to three weeks or more can add the Tuamotu atolls, a genuinely different landscape reached by an overnight passage or a short flight.

Can a Tahiti charter be combined with the Tuamotu atolls?

Yes, though it changes the character of the trip. The Society Islands are volcanic, with sheltered bays and short hops between anchorages; the Tuamotus, roughly 300 nautical miles northeast, are low coral atolls built around wide lagoons and reef passes known for drift diving. Most itineraries treat the two as separate legs, connected by an overnight passage or a short flight between Papeete and Rangiroa or Fakarava, rather than a single continuous cruise.

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