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title: "Tahiti, French Polynesia"
description: "France · airport PPT"
canonical: "https://sorted.travel/places/tahiti"
last-updated: "2026-10-11"
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# 🇵🇫 Tahiti, French Polynesia

France · airport PPT

## On the ground

- Safety: Normal security precautions
- Currency: CFP Franc (XPF). 100 USD = 10645 XPF
- Phone code: +689
- eSIM: [https://airalo.pxf.io/4e4NQo](https://airalo.pxf.io/4e4NQo)
- Wikivoyage: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Tahiti](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Tahiti)

## Brief

- Try local specialties such as *poisson cru* (raw fish marinated in lime and coconut milk), *uru* (breadfruit), taro, tropical fruit and Hinano beer.
- Matari'i i ni'a, marking the start of the traditional season of abundance, is observed as a public holiday on 20 November and may bring ceremonies, cultural activities and altered business hours. ([lonelyplanet.com](https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/guide-to-french-polynesia))
- French is the official language, while Tahitian is widely used culturally. French Polynesia uses the CFP franc, and cards are common in Papeete and major resorts but less reliable on remote islands.
- Inter-island travel depends heavily on domestic flights and ferries. Allow extra connection time when combining Tahiti with other islands.

## Safety and health

- Protect yourself from mosquito bites because dengue is present, and mosquito-borne illnesses including chikungunya and Zika have previously affected French Polynesia. Use repellent, wear long sleeves where practical and choose accommodation with screens or air conditioning. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/france) | [wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/French_Polynesia))
- Sand-fly bites can transmit leishmaniasis. Use insect repellent and cover exposed skin, particularly around beaches, vegetation and at dusk. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/france))
- Tap-water safety varies between islands and locations. Bottled water is the safest choice when local guidance is unclear. ([wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/French_Polynesia))

## Recent News

- Air Tahiti is considering bringing forward its 26-seat ATR72 “Signature” service between Papeete, Bora Bora and Raiatea to 11 November 2026, ahead of the previously indicated December launch. The schedule remains provisional and the November flights were reportedly not yet open for booking, so travellers should verify timings directly with the airline. ([travelandtourworld.com](https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/ds8v46hmca8j/) | [ch-aviation.com](https://ch-aviation.com/news/172656-french-polynesias-air-tahiti-advances-vip-atr-launch))
- InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa remains closed for an extensive renovation and is scheduled to reopen as Regent Bora Bora in late 2027. ([ihgplc.com](https://www.ihgplc.com/en/news-and-media/news-releases/2026/regent-hotels-and-resorts-to-debut-in-french-polynesia-with-signing-of-regent-bora-bora))

_Updated 2026-10-11._

## Weather and timing

The best time to visit Tahiti is June to September, when conditions are generally warm and dry for beaches, lagoons and outdoor sightseeing, with humpback whales commonly seen offshore from July to September. May and October are also comfortable, while November to April is wetter and carries cyclone-season risk, particularly from December to March.

| Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January | Avoid | 27 | 249 | 7 |
| February | Avoid | 26 | 300 | 7 |
| March | Avoid | 26 | 248 | 7 |
| April | OK | 26 | 200 | 8 |
| May | OK | 26 | 151 | 8 |
| June | Great | 25 | 100 | 9 |
| July | Great | 26 | 80 | 9 |
| August | Great | 25 | 78 | 9 |
| September | Great | 27 | 100 | 8 |
| October | OK | 25 | 150 | 8 |
| November | OK | 27 | 199 | 7 |
| December | Avoid | 27 | 249 | 7 |

### Month by month

- **January (Avoid):** January is hot, humid and wet, around 27°C, with peak cyclone-season risk. Tropical storms can cancel flights and disrupt boat trips.
- **February (Avoid):** February is hot and humid, around 27°C, with heavy rain and peak cyclone-season risk. Tropical storms can cancel flights and interrupt lagoon excursions.
- **March (Avoid):** March is hot and humid, around 28°C, with heavy rain and peak cyclone-season risk. Tropical storms can cancel flights and spoil outdoor plans.
- **April (OK):** April is hot and humid, around 28°C, with frequent rain and peak cyclone-season risk. Tropical storms can disrupt flights and boat trips.
- **May (OK):** May is warm and generally dry, around 27°C, with comfortable conditions for beaches, lagoons and island excursions.
- **June (Great):** June is warm and generally dry, around 26°C, with favourable weather for beaches, lagoon trips and outdoor sightseeing.
- **July (Great):** July is warm and generally dry, around 26°C, with good conditions for lagoon activities and outdoor exploring. Humpback whales appear offshore.
- **August (Great):** August is warm and generally dry, around 26°C, with favourable beach and boating conditions. Humpback whales are commonly seen offshore.
- **September (Great):** September is warm and generally dry, around 26°C, with good conditions for lagoon activities and outdoor sightseeing. Humpback whales are commonly seen.
- **October (OK):** October is warm and generally dry, around 27°C, with comfortable conditions for beaches, lagoons and outdoor activities. Humpback whales may remain offshore.
- **November (OK):** November is hot and humid, around 27°C, with frequent rain and hurricane-season risk. Tropical storms can disrupt flights and boat trips.
- **December (Avoid):** December is hot, humid and wet, around 27°C, with hurricane-season risk. Tropical storms can cancel flights and disrupt lagoon excursions.

### 7-day forecast

_Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._

| Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 26 Oct 26 Oct | 29 | 22 | 6% |
| 27 Oct 27 Oct | 29 | 22 | 25% |
| 28 Oct 28 Oct | 30 | 24 | 73% |
| 29 Oct 29 Oct | 30 | 24 | 89% |
| 30 Oct 30 Oct | 30 | 24 | 78% |
| 31 Oct 31 Oct | 29 | 23 | 67% |
| 01 Nov 01 Nov | 28 | 22 | 61% |

## Visa

Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly.

## Activities

- [Moorea 6-Hour Snorkeling and Lunch Shared Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Moorea/Moorea-Intimate-Snorkeling-and-Water-Lunch-Tour/d5182-74508P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 129.74 USD
- [5 Hours Tahiti Island Tour - West and East Coast - small group](https://www.viator.com/tours/Papeete/Tahiti-Eden-Tours/d5181-148669P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 82 USD · 5–5 HOUR
- [Moorea 4WD Tour: Magic Mountain, Belvedere, Pineapple Road & More](https://www.viator.com/tours/Moorea/4-Hours-of-Pure-fun-in-4x4-discovering-Moorea-and-its-history/d5182-20944P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 67 USD · 4–4 HOUR
- [Best Way to Interact with Ocean Wildlife with Lunch. 6H](https://www.viator.com/tours/Moorea/Full-Day-Tour/d5182-269663P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 162.97 USD · 5–5 HOUR
- [Grand Tour Quad Excursion in Moorea (Single or Two-Seater)](https://www.viator.com/tours/Moorea/Grand-Tour-Quad-3h30-Quad-excursion-in-Moorea-single-or-two-seater/d5182-187900P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 125.8 USD · 3.8–3.8 HOUR
- [Moorea Solo or Twin 3 hours Jet Ski Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Moorea/Moorea-Jetski-Tour/d5182-21389P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 125.8 USD · 3–3 HOUR
- [Half Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sailing on a Catamaran named Taboo](https://www.viator.com/tours/Moorea/Sail-Moorea-on-a-Catamaran-Named-Taboo/d5182-70711P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 147.46 USD · 4–4 HOUR
- [Tahiti Safari Islander 4x4 Discovery, Expedition, Adventure, Mana](https://www.viator.com/tours/Tahiti/Private-Day-Trip-to-Papeete-from-Faaa/d25-296748P2?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 134.95 USD · 6.5–6.5 HOUR
- [Tahiti Safari 4x4 Excursion Crossing the Mana Road](https://www.viator.com/tours/Tahiti/One-day-Crossing-and-visit-of-Tahitis-Heart-by-Safari-4x4/d25-384249P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 137.41 USD
- [Moorea Street Food Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Papeete/Tamaa-Street-Food-tour/d5181-135362P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 142.95 USD

More on the HTML page: https://sorted.travel/places/tahiti#activities

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