| The Beautiful Island of Moorea in Tahiti |
A true garden spot for travelers is undoubtedly the lush tropical island of Moorea,
which, while being one of many, is a truly singular island within the massive
archipelago known as French Polynesia. A short flight or ferry ride from Papeete,
Tahiti, Moorea combines many of the best elements that tourists look for in a
tropical destination. Surrounded by beautiful blue waters and covered with an
unending green carpet of rain forest, Moorea provides a playground for the active
and an outdoor palette of natural beauty for the weary.
This relaxing and yet exhilarating wonderland assaults the senses with an explosion
of sights, smells and sounds at every turn. The view from Mt. Belvedere is one of
the sweetest in the world, while the cascade of views from under the crystal clear
seas never fail to delight and amaze. Fish of every description and many hard to
describe populate the coral reefs which circle one of the crown jewels on God's Green
Earth.
which, while being one of many, is a truly singular island within the massive
archipelago known as French Polynesia. A short flight or ferry ride from Papeete,
Tahiti, Moorea combines many of the best elements that tourists look for in a
tropical destination. Surrounded by beautiful blue waters and covered with an
unending green carpet of rain forest, Moorea provides a playground for the active
and an outdoor palette of natural beauty for the weary.
This relaxing and yet exhilarating wonderland assaults the senses with an explosion
of sights, smells and sounds at every turn. The view from Mt. Belvedere is one of
the sweetest in the world, while the cascade of views from under the crystal clear
seas never fail to delight and amaze. Fish of every description and many hard to
describe populate the coral reefs which circle one of the crown jewels on God's Green
Earth.
| A Short Video and Photos Regarding the Lagoon Motu Picnic from Albert Tours Moorea, Tahiti |
For a load of fun combined with great underwater activities, the Lagoon Motu
Picnic from Albert Tours is a great way for tourists to spend a day in Moorea.
The day is launched from the historic Club Bali Hai Hotel, which also is the
starting point for marine biologist Dr. Michael Poole's Whale and Dolphin
watching tours.
One of best tour guides is Ziggy. Part comedian, part Tahitian philosopher part
tour guide, Ziggy is an interesting character who sets the tone for underwater
experiences that begin with a stop to feed Black Tipped Reef Sharks. Upwards
of 20 good size sharks circle the boat and those in the water, along with
scores of smaller tropical fish, searching for food and surveying the scene.
Picnic from Albert Tours is a great way for tourists to spend a day in Moorea.
The day is launched from the historic Club Bali Hai Hotel, which also is the
starting point for marine biologist Dr. Michael Poole's Whale and Dolphin
watching tours.
One of best tour guides is Ziggy. Part comedian, part Tahitian philosopher part
tour guide, Ziggy is an interesting character who sets the tone for underwater
experiences that begin with a stop to feed Black Tipped Reef Sharks. Upwards
of 20 good size sharks circle the boat and those in the water, along with
scores of smaller tropical fish, searching for food and surveying the scene.
| Hotel Kaveka Cook's Bay, Moorea |
One of the nicest small hotels on Moorea is the Hotel
Kaveka, located at the inlet of Cook's Bay with
spectacular views of the Bay as well as the open sea
as huge cloud formations play across the horizon.
With a lovely coral reef just a few steps away, the
snorkeling includes both shallow and deep waters
with colorful fish, turtles and coral formations of sheer
beauty. Located close to all kinds of island activities,
the Hotel Kaveka is a family run hotel that boasts one
of the best over water restaurant views in Tahiti.
Friendly service, comfortable rooms, good food and
comfortable bungalows are the order of the day at the
terrific Hotel Kaveka. Call for reservations at
800-553-3477 with www.tahitivacations.net
Kaveka, located at the inlet of Cook's Bay with
spectacular views of the Bay as well as the open sea
as huge cloud formations play across the horizon.
With a lovely coral reef just a few steps away, the
snorkeling includes both shallow and deep waters
with colorful fish, turtles and coral formations of sheer
beauty. Located close to all kinds of island activities,
the Hotel Kaveka is a family run hotel that boasts one
of the best over water restaurant views in Tahiti.
Friendly service, comfortable rooms, good food and
comfortable bungalows are the order of the day at the
terrific Hotel Kaveka. Call for reservations at
800-553-3477 with www.tahitivacations.net
| Hotel Kaveka over water restaurant overlooking a beautiful Coral Reef |
| The beautifully manicured grounds of the Hotel Kaveka, Moorea, Tahiti. |
After swimming with the sharks, the boat moves down the coast to play with
the stingrays. Shallow water allows participants to stand while the friendly
sting rays climb up your chest or on your arms in search of food. Ziggy makes
everyone feel comfortable dong something which can be difficult for many.
This is great fun and a terrific learning experience.
the stingrays. Shallow water allows participants to stand while the friendly
sting rays climb up your chest or on your arms in search of food. Ziggy makes
everyone feel comfortable dong something which can be difficult for many.
This is great fun and a terrific learning experience.
Following the excitement of the sharks and stingrays, the tour continues on to
the picnic on the Motu, which means small island. By this time Ziggy has
provided good advice, information and plenty of comic relief for everyone. He
makes sure the mood is upbeat and everyone is safe. Half of the joy of the
tour is skimming over the pristine ocean waters with the wind blowing through
your hair as the range of colors and natural beauty excites and soothes the
soul.
At the Motu, while lunch is prepared, beer and rum punch is served. The
lagoon between the island provides great snorkeling with an endless array of
creatures. After lunch Ziggy, in hilarious fashion, demonstrates to everyone
how to peel on a coconut, while you can also view the video footage that is
available as your own personal DVD of the day's adventure. Truly a wonderful
experience in this island paradise.
the picnic on the Motu, which means small island. By this time Ziggy has
provided good advice, information and plenty of comic relief for everyone. He
makes sure the mood is upbeat and everyone is safe. Half of the joy of the
tour is skimming over the pristine ocean waters with the wind blowing through
your hair as the range of colors and natural beauty excites and soothes the
soul.
At the Motu, while lunch is prepared, beer and rum punch is served. The
lagoon between the island provides great snorkeling with an endless array of
creatures. After lunch Ziggy, in hilarious fashion, demonstrates to everyone
how to peel on a coconut, while you can also view the video footage that is
available as your own personal DVD of the day's adventure. Truly a wonderful
experience in this island paradise.
| Mount Belvedere on Moorea in Tahiti Provides One of the Most Beautiful Views in the World |
This is a view of the twin bays, Opunohu on the left
and Cook's on the right, from Mount Belvedere on
Moorea in Tahiti. The British explorer Captain Cook,
actually entered Opunahu Bay first when he stumbled
on this island paradise in what is now French
Polynesia.
and Cook's on the right, from Mount Belvedere on
Moorea in Tahiti. The British explorer Captain Cook,
actually entered Opunahu Bay first when he stumbled
on this island paradise in what is now French
Polynesia.
Dr. Michael Poole holds fascinating Dolphin and
Whale Watching Tours to further his work on wild
dolphins and Whales in Moorea and throughout
French Polynesia. He has been in Tahiti for 20
years and has made great strides studying and
bringing awareness about these fascinating
mammals.
Dr. Poole's most significant success came after
ten years of effort when, in May 2002, French
Polynesia's government finally accepted Michael's
proposition and his draft legislation to create a
whale and dolphin sanctuary within all of the
territory's Exclusive Economic Zone, an area half
the size of the continental US. It is one of the
largest sanctuaries in the world. The Cook
Islands, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, and New
Caledonia have likewise declared sanctuaries in
their respective EEZs. This tour is fun and
educational, and the money raised goes into Dr.
Poole's research fund.
Whale Watching Tours to further his work on wild
dolphins and Whales in Moorea and throughout
French Polynesia. He has been in Tahiti for 20
years and has made great strides studying and
bringing awareness about these fascinating
mammals.
Dr. Poole's most significant success came after
ten years of effort when, in May 2002, French
Polynesia's government finally accepted Michael's
proposition and his draft legislation to create a
whale and dolphin sanctuary within all of the
territory's Exclusive Economic Zone, an area half
the size of the continental US. It is one of the
largest sanctuaries in the world. The Cook
Islands, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, and New
Caledonia have likewise declared sanctuaries in
their respective EEZs. This tour is fun and
educational, and the money raised goes into Dr.
Poole's research fund.
| Marine Biologist Dr. Michael Poole's Dolphin and Whale Watching Tours |
It is obvious why Moorea is one of the most popular destination in
Tahiti, and Tahiti Vacations can provide any package of vacation to
the South Pacific one might be seeking. Besides the unforgettable
beauty Whether it is to stay in one place or bounce around from
island to island, and if that is be on a cruise ship or by plane, they
can provide the arrangements.
Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Huahne, Raiatea, Tahaa and the Atolls
are all within your reach at 800-553-3477
Tahiti, and Tahiti Vacations can provide any package of vacation to
the South Pacific one might be seeking. Besides the unforgettable
beauty Whether it is to stay in one place or bounce around from
island to island, and if that is be on a cruise ship or by plane, they
can provide the arrangements.
Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Huahne, Raiatea, Tahaa and the Atolls
are all within your reach at 800-553-3477
From the opposite end of the spectrum, here a view of
Opunohu Bay from the ocean side. All the bays and
valleys on Moorea have reef breaks created by fresh
water cascading over in over the centuries and killing
the coral reef in those spots. Because Moorea has a
ring of reefs way off the coast, the surfers have to get
the break on small boats.
Opunohu Bay from the ocean side. All the bays and
valleys on Moorea have reef breaks created by fresh
water cascading over in over the centuries and killing
the coral reef in those spots. Because Moorea has a
ring of reefs way off the coast, the surfers have to get
the break on small boats.
Tourists enjoy this view of Mt. Rotui, Opunohu Valley and
Opunohu Bay on Moorea is absolutely breathtaking.
From this viewpoint there is a trail through the rain
forest to an even better. It is a bit of a sweaty walk, but
well worth it to see the interesting vegetation and
various creatures lurking about. Don't miss the view
from Mount Belvedere on Moorea in the Tahitian Islands.
Opunohu Bay on Moorea is absolutely breathtaking.
From this viewpoint there is a trail through the rain
forest to an even better. It is a bit of a sweaty walk, but
well worth it to see the interesting vegetation and
various creatures lurking about. Don't miss the view
from Mount Belvedere on Moorea in the Tahitian Islands.
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An aerial view of Moorea, just off the main island
of Tahiti. Notice the waves breaking far from
shore and the Motu's or small islands, off the tip
of the island. That is where the Lagoon Motu
picnic portrayed on the left ends up for lunch after
swimming with sharks and feeding stingrays.
of Tahiti. Notice the waves breaking far from
shore and the Motu's or small islands, off the tip
of the island. That is where the Lagoon Motu
picnic portrayed on the left ends up for lunch after
swimming with sharks and feeding stingrays.
Sunset from the beach at the Sheraton Hotel on
Moorea in the Tahitian Islands. Fine snorkeling
lies just off the beach and under the beautiful
over water bungalows at a hotel with truly lovely
grounds and accomodations.
Moorea in the Tahitian Islands. Fine snorkeling
lies just off the beach and under the beautiful
over water bungalows at a hotel with truly lovely
grounds and accomodations.
| View of Hotel Kaveka with Mt. Rotui rising to the clouds in the background. |
| Beach bungalow and Cook's Bay at the Hotel Kaveka. |
