17 days in Tahiti Itinerary

Head to Municipal Market and Manua Exquisite Tahitian Artfor plenty of shopping. Museum-lovers will appreciate Musee de la perle Wan and La Maison James Norman Hall. Go for a jaunt from Papeete to Punaauia to see Ciao Tahiti Excursions 4x4 - Day Tours about 30 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: look for gifts at Papeete Roulottes, stroll the grounds of Tomb of King Pomare V, take in the natural beauty of Arahoho Blowhole, and get up close to creatures of the deep with Tahiti Lagoon Paradise.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our Papeete trip planner.

New York City, USA to Papeete is an approximately 19-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Tahiti Time (TAHT), which is usually a -5 hour difference. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from New York City in April, with highs in Papeete at 88°F and lows at 76°F. You'll set off for Taravao on the 22nd (Sat).

Take a break from the city and head to The Water Gardens of Vaipahi and Bain de Vaima. Step out of Taravao with an excursion to Taharuu Beach in Papara--about 30 minutes away. Spend the 23rd (Sun) spotting exotic species with Tahiti Safari Expedition.

To find traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Taravao itinerary planning site.

You can drive from Papeete to Taravao in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in April, and nighttime lows around 76°F. On the 29th (Sat), you'll travel back home.