Tahiti and the surrounding islands in French Polynesia are a tropical destination straight out of a postcard. Green volcanic mountains, are surrounded by beautiful, palm tree lined beaches and lagoons filled with bathtub warm water, which are protected from open ocean swells by spectacular coral reefs. The passes in those barrier reefs are where some of the best waves on the planet break, including Teahupo’o, the world-renowned spot where Kelly won his 55th world championship event.

 

Tahiti surf spots: Where is the best place to surf and stay?

 

Even though the consistent swells and tubular reef breaks are what make the region famous, there are waves for all skill levels throughout the islands. Tahiti holiday is a must-do for anyone who loves surfing, or other island style activities like snorkeling, fishing, hiking, outrigger canoeing or just lying around the pool or on a beautiful beach in the sun!

 

If you want to experience Tahiti just like the pros, the VANIRA LODGE TEAHUPOO, with its 9 traditional Polynesian bungalows set on the hill overlooking the lagoon and the waves is the place for you. If conditions at Teahupo’o are too challenging on the day, there are other perfect Tahiti surf spots, such as the right hand beach break at the rivermouth.

 

For a more luxurious family oriented stay, LE MERIDIEN RESORT – TAHITI located on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island will not disappoint. You will never be bored with a wide range of activities on offer like art, cooking and fitness classes, plenty of water sports, as well as gourmet restaurants and a beautiful botanical garden. There is also an exceptional view of the island of Moorea and the hotel is home to the South Pacific’s largest sand-bottom swimming pool! From a surfing standpoint, it’s not far from the fun and easily accessible beach break in Papara, and some of the more challenging reef breaks.

 

Tahiti surf spots: Where is the best place to surf and stay?

 

Just across the channel from Tahiti, you’ll find the HILTON MOOREA, with all the luxurious facilities and service you’d expect from an eco-friendly 5-Star resort. Imagine a spectacular tropical garden setting, nestled between lush green hills and a crystal clear lagoon with accommodations ranging from Deluxe Lanai Rooms and Free Standing Beach Bungalows to Premier Overwater Bungalows.

 

Alongside more typical island activities, the hotel is home to the Moorea Dolphin and Sea Turtles Centre, and is also famous for its unique tropical style spa. The most famous wave on Moorea is the relatively user-friendly reef pass known as Ha’apiti, but there is a nice selection of quality reef breaks close by – one of which is just a short paddle from the resort. This really is the perfect option for the surfer trying to please their non-surfing partner.

 

Tahiti surf spots: Where is the best place to surf and stay?

 

Last, but certainly not the least is the ROYAL HUAHINE RESORT, consistently ranked among the best hotels in the Oceania region, and offering the only over-water bungalows on the Garden Island of Huahine, It offers a full service spa and yoga instruction, as well as outrigger canoe and kayak tours. The island itself is rich in tradition with the most well maintained archaeological sites in all of French Polynesia. Two of the best breaks are just a 10-minute ride away on the resort surf shuttle.

 

Tahiti surf spots: Where is the best place to surf and stay?

 

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