Summary: Families are also welcome to explore Tahiti. We share some of the best activities and most affordable holiday packages for travelling families.
Tahiti is a luxurious and idyllic escape for couples, but it’s equally brimming with unforgettable experiences for families.
If you’re planning a family holiday to this iconic Polynesian island, we’ve curated a list of fantastic activities to enjoy together, along with some budget-friendly Tahiti holiday packages to consider for your next getaway.
What to Do On Your Family’s Tahiti Holiday
Explore Papeete
The heart of French Polynesia is brimming with family-friendly activities and attractions. Start your adventure with a Sunday morning visit to Papeete’s lively downtown market, where the vibrant atmosphere captures the essence of this cheerful town. Afterwards, take a leisurely stroll through the streets to admire the colourful street art that adorns the city.
For a deeper cultural experience, Papeete boasts several fascinating sites, including the Chinese Kanti Temple, the Cathedral, the Pearl Museum, and the Maison de la Culture. Wrap up your day with a scenic walk along the waterfront to Paofai Park, where you can hop on the tourist train and indulge in a refreshing coconut sorbet while soaking in yet another stunning sunset.
Tour Papenoo Valley in a 4×4 Safari Car
This long trip brings adventurous children around the rocky Papenoo Valley, showing them picturesque scenery and letting them learn more about Tahitian culture.
The highlights of a Papenoo Vahiria tour include visits to the valley’s magnificent waterfalls, dips into its rivers and a stop at an extinct volcanic crater. You’ll have a Tahitian guide in owner Teuai Lenoir, who loves discussing the different aspects of his heritage with travellers.
If your family is going on this thrilling journey, expect some time on bench seats inside a 4×4 vehicle and a bumpy ride. Plus, it’s perfect for older children. Just remember to wear a swimsuit under your clothes and take sunscreen and bug repellent with you.
Snorkel in Tahiti’s Crystal Clear Waters
Families can also swim with Tahiti’s resident marine creatures during their holiday. Select snorkelling tours to the L’Aquarium dive site are available, but be warned: it’s a deep-water area that’s best for older, confident swimmers.
As you explore the site, you’ll enjoy unrivalled views of coral, vibrant fish, a Cessna prop aeroplane, a boat, and a desk and chair lying on the sandy bottom. Stingrays also roam underwater—watch out for them during your snorkelling tour.
Spend a Day at Rainbow Park
Situated in Pirae, Rainbow Park gives you and your family a wonderful adventure within its surrounding natural wonders. The park offers various family-friendly activities, including:
- Treetop trails and ground-level circuits for children
- Ziplining for everyone
- A mini-golf course
- A wildlife park with farm animals
- A picnic area with breathtaking views over Tahiti
Take a Day Trip to Moorea
Moorea, often referred to as Tahiti’s sister island due to its close proximity, is a gem nestled in the Society Islands. It boasts two expansive bays—Cook and Opunohu—with the majestic Mount Rotui standing between them, creating a striking trident-shaped landscape.
Reaching Moorea is easy and affordable, with options for a 15-minute flight or a 30- to 60-minute ferry ride. While flying can sometimes be stressful, the ferry offers a more relaxed alternative. Two ferry companies operate multiple daily trips from Papeete’s waterfront, with fares starting at just $25 per person. Simply head to the port, purchase a ticket, and hop on board.
For added convenience, many Moorea tour operators offer pickup and drop-off services at the ferry terminal, making day trips even easier to organise. Once on the island, you’ll have an array of exciting tour options, including snorkelling off jet skis or ATV tours that take you inland to some of Moorea’s most breathtaking viewpoints.
Families can also enjoy the unique experience of swimming with turtles, eagle rays, and blacktip reef sharks, followed by a relaxing meal and exploration on a picturesque motu (islet).
6 Affordable Tahiti Family Holiday Packages to Book
Though most Tahiti-centred travel packages come with hefty price tags, your family can still enjoy cheap Tahiti holidays. Here are six affordable packages to book for your holiday.
- Tahiti Tourisme’s Australian website offers several family holiday packages, including the budget-friendly ‘A Family Adventure’ package. Your family will visit the Society Islands and the Tuamotu Islands on this trip.
- If you have a family of three, consider booking the ‘Bora Bora Family Getaway’ package. It includes a whole-day lagoon group tour with lunch, the ultimate shark and ray-watching cruise, and a stay at one of Bora Bora’s luxurious overwater bungalows.
- The ‘Moorea Family Adventure Package’ is another affordable family holiday package to consider. It lets you admire Moorea’s stunning beauty and do thrilling activities perfect for all ages.
- You’ll also find several family-friendly hotels in Tahiti, with affordable packages focusing on these accommodations.
- Te Moana Tahiti Resort combines an authentic Polynesian setting with close proximity to the Papeete Market, international airport, Taapuna Pass, and Tahiti’s other incredible sights and experiences.
- Bora Bora is home to the award-winning St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, a resort hotel recognized by Forbes Travel Guide as a ‘5 Stars Hotel’. Families get delicious treats, child-sized robes, slippers, a step stool for toddlers, and more during their stay at this luxurious resort.
- There’s also Le Bora Bora by Pearl Resorts, which offers its Garden and Beach Villas to families with children. Both villas can accommodate three adults and a child.
Explore Splendid Tahiti with Your Family
Beyond its reputation as a romantic getaway for couples, Tahiti gives families a wealth of fun activities within its islands. The best travel agencies offer holiday packages that suit your family’s needs, including your budget.
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