Raivavae’s stunning lagoon, brimming with marine life and ringed by ironwood-covered motu, is one of the treasures of the South Pacific. Motu Piscine (Motu Swimming Pool; Motu Vaiamanu) is the best-known motu, fringed with white beaches and divided from its neighbour by a glassy turquoise channel that’s teeming with tropical fish. Fa-bu-lous. All pensions can arrange a lagoon tour, including a picnic, on Motu Piscine.
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The only remaining tiki (carved humanlike statue) on the island stands in a private garden just to the west of the village of Mahanatoa. About 1m in…
3.68 MILES
Across the road from the airport, this marae (traditional sacred site) features a large paved platform and a massive upright stone standing more than 2m…
2.42 MILES
This well-maintained marae can be found about 1km from the Vaiuru entrance of the cross-island road (ask for directions as it’s not easy to find). It…
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2.42 MILES
This well-maintained marae can be found about 1km from the Vaiuru entrance of the cross-island road (ask for directions as it’s not easy to find). It…
3.68 MILES
Across the road from the airport, this marae (traditional sacred site) features a large paved platform and a massive upright stone standing more than 2m…
3.79 MILES
The only remaining tiki (carved humanlike statue) on the island stands in a private garden just to the west of the village of Mahanatoa. About 1m in…