In a nutshell

Voyage into Polynesia’s past onboard typical island style Le Truck bus with legends and folklore stories of historic Raiatea – ‘The Sacred Island’.

The programme

Leaving the port area, your truck navigates through the town of Uturoa, around the Bay of Faaroa to your first stop with a view over the Faaroa River, which is the only navigable river in the Society Islands. After your photo-stop, re-board your truck and head to the Marae Taputapuatea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which features a number of Marae and other stone structures and once was considered the central temple and religious centre of Eastern Polynesia. Your last stop on this tour will be to view a volcanic crater before your drive back to your ship. During the drive, your guide will point out local fruits and flowers in various stages of growth and you will discover tropical plants, flowers and trees that contribute to the lush beauty of the Island.

Good to know

Not recommended for people with back problems