Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Tahiti

Located at the foot of a hill facing the mountain side of the ring road, the Maraa caves, dotted with large ferns and decorated with clear and limpid water basins, offer a breath of fresh air in the surrounding dampness! Occupied by a small lake and surmounted by an arched ceiling, the optical illusion prevents the visitor from detecting the depth of the first (main) cavity. A peaceful and mysterious atmosphere.... A little further away, you will reach four successive caves: Ana Paero, Vaipoiri, Matavae and Puahotu.

At KP 22 east coast, at the end of a bend, a small promontory allows you to see the Dragon's breath. It is actually a hole under the road, where sea water rushes in and out violently by ejecting air and water on both sides. On the sea side, the water is suddenly projected at each breaker. On the road side, a powerful breath escapes from a hole between the road and the cliff, so powerful that it can make you fall to the ground. Beware of cars arriving by the bend: the site is rather badly placed at this level.

This is an exact replica of Normandy's farmlands, with greasy grass meadows, dairy cows and farms. An inconceivable landscape in the tropics, but nevertheless very real: it is here that the excellent fresh milk sold throughout Tahiti is produced. From Taravao, a paved road accessible to any vehicle climbs a few kilometres up to the plateau and leads to a car park. From here, on a clear day, the view of the Taravao isthmus is magnificent. A one-hour walk is enough to reach Mount Teatara (1,197 m), from where the view is even more beautiful.