Since
our Tahiti I trip is nearly sold out already we are now
offering a less expensive option with this trip. This trip
is $600 less plus the single supplement is another $400
less - together that's a $1,000 difference! So 
what
is the difference in the two trips? The biggest difference
is the hotel change on Moorea. We will be at the Cooks Bay
Hotel and Resort which is another fantastic hotel that offers
suites and is right on Cook's Bay with awesome
views of Bali Hai. We have also switched hotels for our
last night in Tahiti. With Cooks Bay Hotel there are also
no mandatory dinners included as was the case with Tahiti
I and we've also opted to not include breakfast in Moorea.
We brought a group at Cooks Bay Hotel 25 years ago and now
with the renovations and suites I'm certain you'll be delighted
with the choice.
Why is
Tahiti one of my favorite places on the planet? It is so incredibly beautiful with the crystal clear waters of the protected lagoons,
the jagged peaks that the clouds rest on, then you’ve got
the people and culture! It all paints a picture
of perfection that you will fall in love with. I have
brought groups to Tahiti 14 times now. On our last 3 trips we actually snorkeled with humpback
whales and we will have that chance again!
This
trip will have it all - 11-nights of island hopping bliss.
We start off with 5-nights
on Moorea. This is a small island that is mostly unchanged over the last 50 years. It's quaint
pensions and cute restaurants, palm trees that dip over
the water and the dreamy, multi-hued water in the lagoons
that the reef protects.
There’s plenty of great sightseeing
and tours to do in Moorea including scuba diving
and their famous shark feeding,
snorkeling with sting rays, dolphins and whales, visiting
off-shore
motu’s (small islands), 4-wheel jeep safari, motor
scooter rentals where you can
ride around the whole island or just relaxing by the pool.
Once
again, this resort is walking distance to several great
restaurants that are not overly expensive. Restaurants will
even send vans to pick people up.
Although
there are no overwater bungalows at the Cooks Bay Hotel
and Resort everyone will get a ocean front suite. Early
signups will get better view rooms. See below for more on
this hotel.
Next
up is 5-nights on Bora
Bora. We will fly on prop planes soon after we land in Papeete.
Our stay here is at a great
hotel called Mai Tai
Hotel. We've brought several groups here as well and
it's just perfect. Most people will get oceanview rooms
(sign up early to guarantee) but you may also upgrade
at this hotel to beachfront or over-water bungalows (see
info below). It’s
the perfect location where we are able to walk to several
restaurants in the neighborhood rather than depend on the
resort. Yes, it's true that Bora Bora and Moorea CAN be
expensive, but done right, where you can walk to local restaurants,
it is no more expensive than home. We'll have more great
tours planned here including a 4-wheel drive tour, a wave
runner tour, snorkeling circle island tour where you can
pet sting rays, scuba diving and more.
Bora Bora is an island that is completely magical. Undoubtedly
the most celebrated island in the South Pacific - Bora Bora
is French Polynesia's leading lady. Her beauty is unrivaled
and her fame, unwavering. Bora Bora is one of the few places
on earth that everyone hopes to witness in their lifetime—and
once you see it, you are forever enamored. The inevitable
love 
affair
with this island begins right before you touch down. The
view from the plane window is a moment you will not soon
forget. Have your camera in hand as you begin you
r
descent and prepare for the moment when iconic Mount Otemanu
comes into view. From that point on, each experience will
only continue to exceed even your highest expectations.
Once seen, Bora Bora is never forgotten. From the day you
arrive until the moment you part ways, you will be in awe
of how her soaring mountain peaks, turquoise lagoon and
luxuriant overwater bungalows somehow look even more spectacular
than the pictures.
Lastly,
we fly back to the main island of Tahiti called Papeete
where we'll spend the last night. This is another nice hotel
called Royal
Tahitien located on the water with a great view.
We'll offer an option for a nice, half-day tour of Tahiti
in the afternoon.
We’ll
be flying non-stop (just 8-1/2 hours) from LA to
Tahiti on Tuesday
night to spend a very full 11-days in paradise returning
the morning of July 19h. We get terrific group rates from
our hotels due to our frequent visits over many years so this really is a very good
price for this luxury vacation. $200 deposit will sign you
up.
SIGN
UP FOR THIS TRIP!
OUR
GROUP AIR
We
should have our group air posted by August
INCLUDES:
- 11-nights accommodations
(double occ.)
- Internal domestic flights
- All ground transportation
- Daily
Breakfast in Bora Bora
DOES
NOT INCLUDE:
- International air
- optional tours
- breakfast in Moorea
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
(if
you prefer your own room): $1,800. Limited number available.
MOOREA:
Cooks Bay Hotel and suites Check
website to view - Great
views on Tripadvisor!
Boasting 38 sea-view suites, this iconic property of Moorea
reopened in 2023 after major renovations. On the ground
floor or upstairs, the suites are all equipped with kitchenettes
and spacious balconies to soak in the picturesque views.
The large mirror swimming pool and stylishly designed beach
offer an incomparable outdoor relaxation area with breathtaking
views of the Pacific Ocean. At the end of the footbridge,
Le Cook's Restaurant and Bar boasts splendid views of Cook's
Bay, the surrounding peaks,
and the Teavaroa Pass, providing an unparalleled dining
experience. The setting at Cook's Bay Hotel & Suites
is truly unique and will leave you in awe. We are excited
to welcome you and make your stay in Moorea a memorable
one.
Our 34 suites have a floor area of 538sq ft including 160
sq ft on the patio.
They all feature a bedroom with ensuite bathroom, a living
room with kitchenette and a spacious terrace or balcony
whether you choose the garden level or upper floor.
The bedroom includes a queen size bed and ample storage
space in a wardrobe.
The bathroom is very functional and offers walk-in shower
and double vanity unit. For more comfort the toilets come
separated.
The bright living room has a sofa that can easily be converted
into a bed with optimal comfort to accommodate 2 additional
guests (adults or kids).
The kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, microwave
oven and induction hobs opens to the possibility of staying
in the comfort of your room for your meals.
Furnished with sunbeds, a table and chairs, the terrace
is the perfect place to relax and unwind where you will
enjoy the views to the fullest.
BORA
BORA - Maitai Hotel: Check
website to view - Tripadvisor
reviews
Whether you are looking for an unforgettable vacation or
a destination for a romantic honeymoon, Hotel Maitai welcomes
you to the island of Bora Bora, the Pearl of the Pacific.
Let yourself be soothed by the serenity of nature in its
purest form, the most beautiful sunsets, a perfect beach
and a turquoise lagoon of dazzling beauty, rich in coral
and tropical fish, rays, sharks and all manner of fascinating
marine life.
The Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora is located in the heart
of lush tropical gardens and close to Matira Beach, the
only public beach on Bora Bora. We offer excellent accommodation
at a great price, a friendly atmosphere and Polynesian welcome,
two restaurants and two bars on site, souvenir shops and
much more.
The Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora is the perfect destination
if you're looking for beachfront accommodation at an affordable
price while you visit the Society Islands of Tahiti &
French Polynesia. Youtube
video
Please
click here to read more about hotel Maitai Polynesia Bora
Bora accommodation
We
have a limited number of optional upgrades available at
the Maitai Hotel:
Beachfront
bungalow
Add $600 pp double occupancy ($1,200 for single supplement)
Overwater
bungalow
Add $1,075 pp double occupancy ($2,150 for single supplement)
TAHITI:
Check
website to view
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Located on the east coast of Tahiti, 3 km from downtown
Papeete, Le Royal Tahitien offers panoramic views of the
black volcanic sand beach and a channel where fishing boats
depart. Le Royal Tahitien is nestled in a magnificent 3-hectare
tropical garden and the lagoon facing Moorea. The hotel
is among the most renowned for its 1960s Polynesian ambiance.
The Polynesian art of living has truly taken up residence
at Le Royal Tahitien.The spirit of old-world Tahiti runs
through the hotel's veins. At the end of the day on Fridays
and Saturdays, local parties invite themselves to the hotel
bar to dance to the sound of ukuleles.
The Royal Tahitien offers 1 quadruple room, 28 standard
rooms, and 11 studios. The rooms, renovated in 2023, offer
modern comfort in an authentic setting. All rooms are air-conditioned
and overlook a beautiful wooded park. Rooms are equipped
with a direct-dial telephone, a safe, a flat-screen TV,
a minibar, and coffee and tea facilities.
The rooms are spacious enough to accommodate an extra bed.
The bathrooms are equipped with bathtubs, and two bedrooms
have showers.
Our rooms are available with one king-size bed or two single
beds.
MODIFIED
CANCELLATION POLICY (supersedes our normal cancellation
policy on website):
- $50
cancellation fee on or before December 15th
- $200
cancellation fee after December 15th
- Additional
$500 deposit will be required on December 15th
- After
February 15th balance will be due and all deposits will
be non-refundable
Click here to see photos from the 2023
trip
