Holidays in French Polynesia

French Polynesia is a country that is part of the French Republic and is made up of approximately 130 islands. The islands are divided into several groups, such as the Society Islands, home to Tahiti. The country is characterised by its laid-back atmosphere, tropical climate and turquoise lagoons. In short, it is a paradise for holidaymakers.

French Polynesia holidays

The beauty of French Polynesia is that it is truly a year-round destination, with the cooler and drier months being from May to October and the long, hot summer spanning November to April. There are many airports in the French Polynesian islands, so travelling to your perfect location is easy. If you want to island hop on your French Polynesia holidays, there are domestic flights and boats between the islands. The time zone in French Polynesia is GMT-9.

How to spend your French Polynesia holidays

Throughout the French Polynesian islands, you can find some of the most awe-inspiring beaches in the world. There is bright blue sea, home to colourful tropical fish, green peaks and white sand; ideal locations for diving, sunbathing, and snorkling. If you want to venture further than these paradises, you will see that there is a lot more to discover.

Hikokua is an archeological site in the Marquesas Islands group which dates back to 1250 AD and was still used as a venue for events until 1800. For the best preserved historical site in French Polynesia, though, visit Iopona on Puamau to see the country's largest tiki statue. If you find yourself on the island of Huahine, be sure to pay a visit to Fare, a tiny town with a market and boutique shops, as well as a coral sand beach just outside of it.