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Enjoy a week of unique outrigger canoe adventure!
An authentic and unforgettable Polynesian experience between land and sea on the island of Moorea.
Tahitian Outrigger Association & Moorea Ocean Riders offer you an exclusive one-week package to immerse yourself in Polynesian culture. On the program: excursions on the Moorea lagoon, outrigger canoe sessions (about 19 hours of practice, 5 days on the lagoon), hiking in the mountains and 100% local meals...
Moorea island
Located just 18km from Tahiti and a 30-minute ferry ride away, the island of Moorea is the ideal place for a truly relaxing getaway. Lush vegetation, mountains offering exceptional views, a lagoon in multiple shades of blue and white sand beaches, Tahiti's sister island is packed with activities that will leave you with magical memories.
Accommodation
You'll be staying in an exceptional lagoon-side villa, the Fare Varari: a 220 m² villa offering quick access to coral garden and white sand beaches. It includes a kitchen, 6 bedrooms, a club-house (air conditioning, big tv, hot tub, sauna, pool table, babyfoot...) . You'll enjoy a terrace with direct access to the lagoon, where you can take to the water and row. You will also have at your disposal : kayaks, fishing canoe, snorkeling gear and fins...
Activities
Polynesia is the cradle of the traditional outrigger canoe, you can perfect your paddling techniques. Discover the island's lagoon and the diversity of marine species that live there. You'll also have the chance to explore the island's mountains and admire the panoramic views they offer. A varied program that will allow you to discover Moorea at its most authentic. We can also arrange optional yoga sessions and massages for those who wish.
Meals
A welcome dinner and farewell dinner are included in your stay, so you can enjoy simple, family-style local cuisine. Breakfasts, lunches and other dinners are not included. Food shopping is available on the first and fourth days. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know and we'll adapt to your needs.
The week's full schedule
DAY
Morning​
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Arrival at Faaa Tahiti airport and ferry to Moorea port
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Pick up at the port of Vaiare (Moorea) and transfer to your accommodation: Fare Varari
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Lunch
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Free time for lunch
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Afternoon
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Briefing
Presentation of the week's schedule
Presentation of safety rules
Time for questions and answers
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Free time and pick-up for food shopping
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Evening
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Welcome dinner with the group (included)
01
DAY
Morning​
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Group breakfast in your accomodation
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8am: Briefing and warm-up
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9am: 2-hour paddling on the lagoon
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Lunch
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11am: Group lunch in the middle of the lagoon and rest
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12:30 pm: 2-hour paddling and return to Fare Varari
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Afternoon
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2:30 pm: Free time : rest, kayak, snorkeling, sailing canoe, fishing (included in the villa) or yoga and massages (optional)
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Stretching before sunset
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Evening
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Group dinner: feedback on the day's experience and briefing for the following day
02
DAY
Morning​
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Group breakfast at your accomodation
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8am: Briefing and warm-up
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9am: 2-hour paddling on the lagoon
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Lunch
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11am: Group lunch in the middle of the lagoon and rest
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12:30 pm: 2-hour paddling and return to Fare Varari
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Afternoon
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2:30 pm: Free time : rest, kayak, snorkeling, sailing canoe, fishing (included in the villa) or yoga and massages (optional)
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Evening
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Group dinner: feedback on the day's experience and briefing for the following day
03
DAY
Morning​
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Group breakfast in your accommodation
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Pick-up to hiking site
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Hiking in the Moorea mountains
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Lunch
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Lunch during the hike
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Afternoon
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Food shopping
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Free time : rest, kayak, snorkeling, sailing canoe, fishing (included in the villa) or yoga and massages (optional)
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Evening
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Group dinner: feedback on the day's experience and briefing for the following day
04
DAY
Morning​
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Group breakfast in your accommodation
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8am: Outrigger canoe training : simulated 9-man race or Pailolo challenge with video recordings​
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Lunch
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11am: Group lunch
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Afternoon
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12:30 pm: 2-hour paddling and return to Fare Varari
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2:30 pm: Viewing of morning training recordings and feedback
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Evening
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Free time for dinner
05
DAY
Morning​
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Group breakfast in your accommodation​
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8am: Briefing and warm-up
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9am: 2-hour paddling on the lagoon
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Lunch
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11am: Group lunch in the middle of the lagoon and rest
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12:30 pm: 2-hour paddling and return to Fare Varari
Afternoon​
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2:30 pm: Free time : rest, kayak, snorkeling, sailing canoe, fishing (included in the villa) or yoga and massages (optional)
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Evening
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Free time for dinner
06
DAY
07
Morning​
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Group breakfast in your accommodation
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8am: Stretching​
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9am: 3-hour paddling on the lagoon
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Lunch
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Free time for lunch
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Afternoon
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Free time for laundry and packing for the departure day
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Evening
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Group dinner: feedback on the week's experience (included)
DAY
08
Morning​
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Breakfast in your accommodation
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Check-out day
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Pick-up to Vaiare port, Moorea airport or to your next accommodation
$3,050 USD / person for the week
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!
bluemarlingroup@hotmail.com
Important information
Available from 20 to 27 may 2024
12 persons maximum
Good physical condition required
Equipment to be supplied
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Coral-friendly sunscreen
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Mosquito repellent
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Sports equipment and clothing
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Hiking pants and sneakers
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Personal snacks/drinks
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Anti UV protective long sleeve
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Paddle
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Isothermal gourd
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Cap and sunglasses
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Sea shoes