Water, water everywhere! Azure skies meet turquoise shores.
The Pacific is at your doorstep. The sheltered lagoons
of these atolls offer the most ideal of conditions for
those who enjoy the nautical pleasures in life.

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Rangiroa

Hotel Kia Ora
This secluded Polynesian style resort is tucked away on an expansive white sand beach, peaking through coconut trees. The hotel offers every imaginable water activity in the immense lagoon. The 60 air-conditioned bungalows are scattered in the garden, along the beach and over the water. The overwater accommodations allow guests to view the extraordinary marine life in the lagoon through clear floor panels while the deluxe beach bungalows have a private spa. Complimentary activities include tennis, windsurfing, snorkeling and visits to local villages. Optional activities include scuba diving, glass bottom boat, lagoon or deep-sea fishing, visits to a bird sanctuary and a "Blue Lagoon" picnic excursion. But a highlight of your stay at the Kia Ora has to be "shooting the pass". Whether done by glass bottom boat or as a drift dive with snorkeling or scuba equipment, the experience of watching hundreds of fish and sharks being swept along in the incoming current is one you will long remember. If you want to get away from it all, here is your chance to do it in first-class comfort.

Published Room Rates*: $450 to $955 per night

Kia Ora Sauvage (Remote Polynesian Hideaway managed by Hotel Kia Ora)

The small coconut fringed motu of Avearahi is an hours boat ride from Kia Ora Village. Here you will find 5 enchanting thatch roofed bungalows, hand crafted from native timbers, simply appointed and with private facilities. In a hammock under the palms on a sandy beach, you can turn that Robinson Crusoe dream into reality. There are no telephones or electricity, and lanterns are brought to you each evening. The remoteness is not for everyone but for the adventurer who is looking for a complete escape from civilization...this is the get-a-way. A charming staff provides the resort's services. Simple, healthful meals emphasize fresh seafood. The resort requires that guests stay a minimum of two nights. Due to flight schedules into and out of Rangiroa, it is frequently necessary that you allow at least one night at Kia Ora Village before and after your visit. All meals are included.

Published Room Rates*: $560 per night (2 night minimum)

Rangiroa

Maitai Rangiroa  

Set on the banks of the turquoise lagoon, situated in a coconut plantation, the Maitai Rangiroa offers 22 garden rooms, 10 garden bungalows and 6 beach bungalows. All accommodations have air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial phone, mini-refrigerator and tea/coffee makers. The hotel has a restaurant and bar.

Published Room Rates*: $275 to $490 per night

Manihi

Manihi Pearl Beach Resort
This charming resort is the only one on the atoll of Manihi. There are 22 beachfront bungalows and 19 overwater bungalows all with ceiling fans, mini bar, telephone, hair dryer, coffee/tea maker, in-room safe and sundeck. The overwater bungalows have a glass coffee table for viewing and feeding the fish. The restaurant is lagoon front and the bar overlooks a natural freshwater swimming pool. Optional activities include bicycling, deep-sea fishing, visits to the village of Turipaoa, excursions to explore the reef and lagoon, full day picnic excursions and visits to the pearl farms. Excellent scuba diving for novice and expert alike is available from the hotel's PADI qualified dive master.

Published Room Rates*: $429 to $910 per night

Tikehau

Tikehau Pearl Beach Resort
Just a short transfer from the airport, the hotel is located on a secluded white sand beach. The resort offers 14 Beach Bungalows and 16 Overwater Bungalows. All thatched roof bungalows are designed in true Polynesian style using local woods and materials. The overwater bungalows include a Plexiglas section of the floor from which to enjoy the spectacular underwater life of the lagoon. Each fare is quite spacious and is equipped with ceiling fan, mini bar, coffee/tea maker, telephone, safe, TV and private deck. Ocean views are provided by the hotel's bar and restaurant located poolside. This first class hideaway offers a blend of elegant informality with warm Polynesian hospitality.

Published Room Rates*: $589 to $1080 per night

Fakarava

White Sands Beach Resort
This charming all inclusive beach resort offers just 30 luxury bungalows with lagoon views against a lush plantation of fruit trees and Tiare flowers. The bungalows feature a private terrace, ceiling fan, and all the modern conveniences including telephone and TV. The hotel's lagoon front bar and restaurant provide spectacular sunset views. Room rates include full board plus boat and ground transfers from the Fakarava airport. (Formerly the Le Maitai Dream)

Published Room Rates*: $350 to $525 per night