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Tubuai, of the Austral Islands, is located south of Tahiti. It is the most crowded of the Australs Islands and the administrative and economical center of the archipelago. Tubuai is surrounded by a turquoise lagoon and many motus. It offers several plateaus suitable for fruits and vegetables agriculture, among which are taro, potatoes and coffee that are sent to Papeete market. France annexed Tubuai in 1881 after Pomare had already done so in 1842.
Sample Shore Excursions:
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- Hike to the Interior of Tubuai
- Tubuai Discovery
Note: These are typical shore excursions for this port of call. Actual tours offered may vary and are normally assigned within 120 days of sailing date. Advance tour requests cannot be made for this port if it falls on an embarkation or disembarkation day, however a program of shore excursions may be made available for purchase on board the vessel.
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Hike to the Interior of Tubuai
Tour Code: TUB-6752
Duration: 2 1/2 hours
Discover Tubuai's pristine natural beauty and explore the Austral flora during this scenic hiking tour to the island's interior.
Depart the pier for the scenic drive in a n open-air safari bus to the Mataura District, the main village in the north of Tubuai. Along the way, you will pass Bloody Bay and the local airport, then continue past the beautiful beaches on the west coast. Upon reaching the crossroad, you will begin your guided hike to the interior of Tubuai. During your hike, you will take in splendid views and photo opportunities of the forest's interior. Next, a visit will be made to a marae, where you will learn about the rites and ceremonies conducted at these temples in honor of ancestral spirits.
Following your tour, a stop will be made at Bloody Bay during the return drive to the pier.
Please note: Guests are encouraged to wear hiking shoes or boots for this active tour which involves hiking over uneven, inclined and declined terrain. Guests may wish to bring an extra pair of socks, bottle of water, and camera in a backpack during this tour. This tour will operate via Le Truck open-air safari bus or by regular bus, depending on availability.
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Tubuai Discovery Tour
Tour Code: TUB-6753
Duration: 3 hours
Tubuai's exquisite beauty and storied past is yours to discover during this scenic and informative island tour.
Depart the pier for the scenic orientation drive through the island paradise of Tubuai. The main island of the Austral group, Tubuai is almost completely round in shape. It is distinguished by its gentle relief, which consists of two parallel mountain ranges with rounded ridges and a coastal plain that is wide enough to make this island a major hub of fresh fruit and vegetables supplies for the Tahiti markets.
Your tour will begin with a drive along the winding coastal road en route to the district of Taahueia. En route, you will also discover the motus found in Tubuai's shallow eastern lagoon. Several photo stops will also be made to capture the island's scenic beauty. Next, a visit will be made to the site where Fort Georges was built; a reminder of the aggressive landing of Fletcher and his mutineers of the Bounty. From here, you will head to the village of Mahu for a visit to an ancient temple, or marae. Here, you will learn about Austral culture and rituals from the local priest, and be invited to participate in a kava tasting.
Following your visit, you will re-board your bus for a drive along the coastal road. You will pass the lovely beaches of the west coast, the local airport, Bloody Bay and the village of Mataura before returning to the pier.
Please note: Out of respect for the sacred marae site, the local priest requests that all guests wear their lei to the site.
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