Moorea, TAHITI
Airing Date: Mar 19th, 2002
1 Star
Camping on the white sandy beach of Haapiti, Moorea is a favourite with backpackers at only $40. It's simple, clean, comfortable and the cheapest option on the island. They also hire kayaks and the bikes are free.
2 Star
The Tarariki Village costs about $80 and gets you a Polynesian bungalow for two not to mention a big communal area for cooking. They also have a beachfront treehouse for a little extra.
3 Star
The Hotel Hibiscus has a standard rate of around $220 a night. The cabins are large enough for a family of four, and they come with free snorkel gear. All the rooms have their own kitchens but the restaurant here is famous across Tahiti for having good, affordable food.
4 Star
Sofitel Ia Ora Resort is said to sit on 'the most beautiful beach' on Moorea and is a superior class hotel. It is also billed as the only hotel on the island with a spectacular view of Tahiti rising from the sea to the east. Rates start at $469 a couple and you can upgrade to a bungalow on top of the water.
5 Star
For $510 per couple per night the Sheraton Moorea Resort offers the most gorgeous setting on the island. The overwater bungalows, the most luxurious, offer a view of sea life through a small glass floor panel, as well as a private deck and a swimming platform into the lagoon.
Check into the day spa or try one of the many activities including an outdoor pool, a fitness club, tennis, fishing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, scuba diving and yachting. Snorkelling equipment is included in all the rooms. You can even choose your pillow from a pillow menu.
The facts
Air New Zealand flies to Papeete via Auckland three times a week from the east coast. Prices start from $1049 per person.
Air New Zealand
Tel: 13 24 76 (Airfares)
Tel: 1300 365 525 (Holiday Packages)
For more information on any accommodation on Moorea contact GIE Tahiti Tourisme.
Tel: 02 9281 6020 or 1300 655 563
Email: info@tahiti-tourisme.com.au
