Ninamu Resort Tikehau is an idyllic French Polynesian island retreat, hidden away on a remote motu in the southwest corner of Tikehau atoll. This small slice of paradise serves as the perfect launch pad for luxury seeking outdoor enthusiasts; divers, fishermen, kiteboarders, surfers, paddlers, or anyone who simply loves relaxing in and around tropical waters that are bursting with life and energy. Ninamu is a unique all-inclusive resort with only 10 handcrafted bungalows which ensures all guests receive a personal, intimate experience.
Surfing Highlights
Tehaupo’o
Tahiti’s best-known wave and rated as one of the heaviest waves in the world. Perfect from three to 30-foot this is one of the world’s best barrels with one of the most beautiful mountain backdrops. A wave that can change your life, for good and bad.
Papara
A mix of playful black sand beachbreaks where Tahiti’s best all learned to surf.
Temae Beach
A right hand wave that rolls around the north east cape of Moorea near the airport. Can be dangerous and inconsistent. Experienced surfers only. Oh, and it’s a 20 min paddle out from the beach.
Haapiti
Can get busy on weekends. Coral reef bottom. Intermediate + left-hander. Located on the south side of the island. A classic Tahitian reef pass waves without the heavy fear factor. An easy take-off leads to a long wall and the odd barrel section.
Fare Right
One of the most well-known waves in Tahiti.
Atiha
Coral reef bottom break for experienced surfers only. On the south side of the Moorea Island. A 20 minute paddle or short boat trip. Provides both left and right hand waves just to the south of Haápiti. A long fun wave with plenty of sections.
Pricing & Packages
Varo & Kaveu bungalow
Garden bungalows sleeping up to two guests each. The bungalows share a common wall, but provide private accommodations. Each bungalow has a queen bed with an open bathroom. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
Vini Vini
A single level, air conditioned garden bungalow sleeping up to two guests with a bathroom open to a small private courtyard. The all-inclusive room rate covers: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers and beach towels, pool table and wifi.
Miki Miki bungalow
A waterfront bungalow with a covered deck and private beach access sleeping up to two guests. The bedroom with adjacent bathroom are located above the deck and accessed through an exterior stair. The spaces offer direct sea views, and the outdoor living room on the ground floor invites to relax and read books surrounded by nature. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
Oaha bungalow
A two story waterfront bungalow with an outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. It sleeps up to 4 guests. Both sleeping areas come with either a queen or two single beds. The standard configuration has two single beds in the general living area on the ground floor, and a queen bed in the private bedroom upstairs. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
Kaveka bungalow
A two story waterfront bungalow with a covered outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. It sleeps up to 4 guests, both sleeping areas come with either a queen or two single beds. The standard configuration has two single beds in the double height space on the ground floor and a queen bed in the open upstairs loft. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor and is open to a small outdoor garden courtyard. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
Kahaia bungalow
A two story waterfront bungalow with a covered outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. It sleeps up to 4 guests, both sleeping areas come with either a queen or two single beds. The standard configuration has a queen bed in the double height space on the ground floor and two single beds in the open upstairs loft. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
Tamanu bungalow
A three level garden bungalow sleeping up to 6 guests. The standard configuration has a queen bed in a private bedroom on the lowest level with direct garden access. The upstairs open loft sleeps up to 4 guests in a queen bed and a double daybed. The generous double height living room invites to rest and relax with stunning views into the surrounding garden. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
Teahupoo
Luxury beachfront bungalow with a covered outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. The fully airconditioned loft style living and sleeping area sleeps up to two guests in a queen bed. The adjacient courtyard bathroom comes with a private jacuzzy under the stars. Private outdoor spaces include the beachfront deck and a spacious roof top lounge. Both the loft and rooftop lounge are equipped with state of the art sound system plus a ceiling mounted projector with pull-down screen in the indoor living area. The all-inclusive room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily excursions, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.
The Resort
Ninamu Resort features eight hand crafted bungalows, each built with natural, locally sourced materials. Every bungalow is unique in design and character, and can accommodate different guests needs; from large families and groups of friends, couples, and solo travelers.
Activities
Most activities at Ninamu Resort are included with the price of your reservation. They stock a wide variety of gear and equipment for all types of activities including, atoll exploration, paddle boarding, kayaking, kite surfing, windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling, fishing and more! Weather permitting, they’ll typically make one lagoon excursion by boat each day. A sample itinerary might include a morning trip to snorkel with the manta rays, followed by a visit to the local organic farm. An afternoon excursion might include fishing and snorkeling in the pass, followed by a relaxing cruise back to Ninamu with cold beverages and a sunset you won’t forget.
Surf
Exposed to the S/SW swells that hit its coast year round, but peak between April and October. The waves are generally from 4 to 10ft during the peak season, and 2-5ft in the shoulder season. Between May and Oct, the wind is generally SE to E, while the wet season winds are usually from the N or NE. Mornings are your best chance to score glassy conditions.
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