TAHITI

Cascadine waterfalls in a lush green jungle
Air Tahiti Nui airplane parked at the airport gate

PLANNING

pre-travel information

prepare for your trip with these essential details to enhance your travel experience and ease your journey

languages

Tahitian & French (English is also widely spoken in tourist areas)

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HOW TO SAY

greetings

thank you

ia ora na

farewell

mauruuru

nana

currency

CFP franc (XPF)

credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but having some cash on hand for smaller establishments or markets is advisable

fun fact

Tahiti is home to the famous black pearls, which are cultivated in the lagoons and are considered some of the most beautiful and valuable pearls in the world!

SEASON BREAKDOWN

summer - wet season

November - April

This season is warm and humid. It brings higher rainfall, lush vegetation, and vibrant flowers. It’s also the peak tourist season for water activities like snorkeling and diving, as well as cultural festivals.

winter - dry season

May - October

This season features cooler, drier weather with comfortable temperatures. It’s ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and exploring and is known for events like the Tahiti Pearl Regatta in May.

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