6 Historical Tours in French Polynesia, Compared

1.4WD History & Culture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 69 reviews · 3 hours · from $72Our pick

Explore Bora Bora by 4WD, from WWII cannons and ancient temples to mountain views, fruit plantations, and a family pareu workshop.

“We got to see some great views of the Island on the tour. Our tour guide, Deano was very knowledgeable, providing us with information along the tour on some of the old hotel resorts, the trees in Bora Bora and what they are used for and the Island itself. I would say that some of the roads you have to take for the great views are not for the faint hearted so bear that in mind when booking. The roads that the jeep has to go up are steep, one track and not in great condition just due to their location on the island. I don’t know how Deano managed…”

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2.Land and Sea cultural tour to discover traditions, heritage and the lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · from $173

Explore Moorea by motorboat, snorkel with rays, share lunch by the lagoon, and visit a private Polynesian cultural center in a small group.

“This was supposed to be a land and sea cultural tour. The land component was canceled with no prior notification, the lectures regarding culture, traditions, and heritage were conducted in French and I am an English speaker who is not bilinRead more”

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3.Tahiti Private Half Day Tour. Nature, history and culture

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 5 hours · from $565

Explore Tahiti’s marae, waterfalls, black-sand beaches, and history on a private five-hour tour with expert local guides.

“Max was one of the best guides that we have encountered. He was very knowledgeable about all the sites that we visited. He was pleasant and professional. We were a party of 4 people who visited Tahiti on a cruise ship. The cruise ship tour had 50 people and we crossed paths with them at many of the sites. Max kept us away from the crowd and gave us a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this tour.”

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4.Papeete and Tahiti Historical and Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $139Top rated

Explore Papeete and Tahiti with local guide Christian, choosing an East or West Coast route focused on Polynesian life, history, and culture.

“Customized to our physical stamina and interests. Very knowledgeable and personable. Very positive experience”

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5.Papeete cultural and historic walking tour at night

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $72

Explore Papeete after dark with projected archival photos, colonial buildings, Polynesian objects, and two hours of local history.

“I encourage everyone to take this tour. Learn about Peppeete's past, present and future. That the tour to help build Peppeete's future.”

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6.Papeete Cultural Tour and Tahitian Tuna Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · from $79

Explore Papeete Market, prepare Tahitian tuna with coconut milk, and walk the capital with a private local guide.

“What a great personalized tour. Christian was a wonderful guide with outstanding knowledge of the culture and history of Tahiti. The food preparation and experience was only the beginning of a great tour. The walking tour through Papeete Read more”

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