The places, most named first
From the 9 guides that rank for "best beaches in tahiti"
Named by 4 of 91. Point VenusA black sand beach and a favorite of locals, with a lighthouse.Home to the only lighthouse in Tahiti, with restaurants and a craft shop nearby.
Named by 3 of 92. Temae BeachAbout a mile of white sand just south of the airport; called Moorea's best public beach.Good for swimming and snorkeling.
Named by 3 of 93. Toaroto BeachReef-protected calm water and a favorite for snorkelers, with a small parking lot and showers.A good snorkeling beach.
Named by 2 of 94. Lafayette BeachQuiet black sand beach among tropical vegetation.Short drive from Papeete with few services; near the Belvedere Lookout.
Named by 2 of 95. Matira BeachAlmost two kilometers of white sand; the only good public beach on Bora Bora's main island.Shallow water and views of Mount Otemanu.
Named by 2 of 96. RangiroaA large atoll fringed by beaches; bring reef shoes because of broken coral.Some beaches here are pink.
Named by 2 of 97. Huahine beach near Relais MahanaLong white sand strip with clear water, good for snorkeling.Fare Beach is a quiet spot with a calm lagoon.
8. Les Sables RosesPink sand beach, about an hour and a half by boat; no shops or facilities there.
9. Vaiava BeachUsually calm and swimmable, with white sand that stays cooler underfoot.
10. Teahupo'oKnown for huge waves; only suitable for experienced surfers.
11. Parc VairaiA small wave-protected beach near the airport and market, with public showers.
12. Ta'ahiamanu BeachPublic beach with parking and a picnic area, good for families.
13. Tipanier BeachOpposite a sandbank with manta rays and blacktip sharks; good for snorkeling.
14. Tiahura BeachPublic beach popular with local families, with parking and a shaded picnic site.
15. Taharuu and TautiraBlack sand beaches on Tahiti, along with Point Venus.
16. TetiaroaAtoll with white sand beaches reached by short flight or boat from Tahiti.
17. Plage de MauiA rare white sand beach on the main island, on the southwest coast.
18. Teahatea BeachPristine white sand in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
19. Motu MahaeaPrivate-feeling beach with white sand and clear water.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name May to October as the best time to visit Tahiti.
Questions people ask
- What are some of the best black sand beaches in Tahiti?
- Point Venus, Lafayette, Taharuu and Tautira are black sand beaches on the main island.
- Which is the most beautiful island in Tahiti?
- The pack does not rank islands, but Moorea is described as having lush mountains, a turquoise lagoon and white sandy beaches.
- What to be careful of in Tahiti?
- Take care of strong midday sun on Moorea, and bring reef shoes where coral breaks into the sand.
