Fautaua, Pirae

4.2

#5 of 7 in Nature in Tahiti

Waterfall · Nature / Park

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See the stunning rush of water at Fautaua, a cascading natural wonder hidden in the Tahitian forest. Take a tour or follow the signposts to reach this secluded gem, surrounded by lush green trees and ecologically diverse woodland. Enjoy a snack from the onsite food shack, or bring a picnic to enjoy on the rocks. Read the information panels to learn the history of this popular scenic spot and take off your shoes to go paddling in the pool at the foot of the waterfall. Note that the attraction can be a little tricky to find, so plan the route in advance and keep your eyes peeled. To visit Fautaua and other attractions in Pirae, use our Pirae trip itinerary maker site.

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Fautaua reviews

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4.4

By bst0002

The waterfall was a site to behold. There was the main fall, and then there were a couple of tributaries that were also quite interesting. we had to drive through a commune to get to the waterfall..... more

The waterfall was a site to behold. There was the main fall, and then there were a couple of tributaries that were also quite interesting. we had to drive through a commune to get to the waterfall..... more »
By P495RAmarcob

This place is magic! The three waterfall and the forest create a special environment that let you forget about everything. The first waterfall is quite easy to get by walk, there is a dirt track but..... more

This place is magic! The three waterfall and the forest create a special environment that let you forget about everything. The first waterfall is quite easy to get by walk, there is a dirt track but..... more »
By adrie_enne

I recommend visiting the waterfall as part of a tour or, if you do the hike, do it with a guide. And I say that as someone who stubbornly always wants to do things without a guide. I'm an experienced.... more

I recommend visiting the waterfall as part of a tour or, if you do the hike, do it with a guide. And I say that as someone who stubbornly always wants to do things without a guide. I'm an experienced.... more »

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By martin rigby

Great place for a walk, gets pretty exciting if you continue to the water fall. Proceed with caution and a license from the town hall in Papeete. For the waterfall walk good footwear is essential. Good situational awareness, track finding, common sense required.

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By Paul Perrin

You need a permit from the mayor's office to hike up the valley, but it is well worth the journey. There is a little of everything: beautiful vegetation, historical ruins (fort and marae), mountain peaks, and one of the most impressive waterfalls in all of French Polynesia

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By Chad Stork

This hike was epic. Don’t give up! Keep going.... the end is fantastic.

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By Natxo V.

We tried to go but the road was closed. There was no sign or information.

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By Annie Collard

Performed in 5 hours total, with breaks and swimming in the basins at the top of the fall (be careful, no protection in the last basin, after that it's the fall, 125 m!) Magnificent hike, in the lush tropical forest, passage helped by ropes to access the basins, turn right after the wall! Permit requested, in 5 min at the town hall of Papeete, 600 xpf, security guard at the entrance, mosquitoes everywhere!

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