Fakarava :

Second largest atoll after Rangiroa and ancient capital of the Tuamotu Archipelago, Fakarava is filled with numerous unexplored “motus” (islets) awaiting new adventurers to discover those pink sand beaches shaded by rows of coconut trees and crystal- ear waters.

Protected by the UNESCO charts, Fakarava is proud of its biosphere and rare crustaceans such as squills or sea cicadas.

Visitors will be delighted to discover life on a pearl farm (over and underwater), especially in the village of Tetamanu where the oldest Catholic church in Polynesia reminds us of a past when the whole village moved from place to place harvesting coprah.

A protected atoll that is part of a UNESCO classified biosphere reserve: particularly rare fauna and flora testify to the richness of this ecosystem and are a source of great delight for divers.

The “Mecca” of diving: the northern pass of Garuae is the largest in French Polynesia (800 meters wide) and is excellent for
experiencing the open sea in a drift dive and the coral formations of exceptional quality.

The visitor highlights of the atoll include: pearl-farm visits; the old village of Tetamanu has one of the first Catholic churches built of coral and dates back to 1874.

Daily flights (1h10 min) and a regular shipping service (5 days via other islands in the Tuamotu).

Health: an infirmary.
Banks: there is no bank or ATM on the atoll. It is preferable to bring cash.