Welcome to ! Editorial Contents A visit to Polynesia is guaranteed 1 The Port Autonome of to be an unforgettable experience. 2 An international port Travelling by boat, you will discover dramatic multi-traffic 2 landscapes, tranquil lagoons and well-protected anchorages, just as the area’s first legendary navigators did many generations ago. As you visit a variety of beautiful, unspoiled 2 Sailing conditions locations throughout the islands, you will often Introduction & climate 5 experience that rare feeling of serenity. 5 Map of 6 Navigation aids Polynesia, crossroads of the South Pacific for each archipelago 8 Respect and preservation 9 Since its first printing four years ago, this guide has been very successful in both its French and English versions. It is currently distributed in , the USA, Panama, and since 2010, in many places where the GIE Tourism 3 Administrative Office is represented. 11 This year’s edition is presented by the Port Autonome de Papeete, which procedures encourages international sailors to visit French Polynesia and enjoy the many Custom formalities 11 attractions of Tahiti and her islands. Sanitary formalities 13 This guide was made especially for yachtsmen, in order to welcome them and make their stay in French Polynesia easier. Hopefully, it will help you in Immigration formalities 14 dealing with bureaucratic ‘red tape,’ and will facilitate a problem-free arrival so that you can enjoy the natural riches of this vast territory, which extends over 5 million km² (nearly 2 million square miles) of the ocean’s surface. 4 The Superyachts 15 Inside you’ll find practical advice and technical information about customs Tahiti designed for superyachts 15 and immigration formalities; sanitary issues; anchorages, availability of fresh water, gas, diesel and oil; how to make emergency calls and more, as well as a directory of marine suppliers for all your maintenance and repair needs.

Competitive infrastructure 5 From archipelago Within this guide you will also become aware of the high quality of the 17 various port services provided by the Port Autonome de Papeete, which to archipelago are constantly evolving. Since 2010, the Port has also been in charge of Practical information 17 infrastructure in , in addition to Tahiti and Moorea. Each year, many 18 exciting and culturally rich events are organized for yachtsmen: rallies, Tuamotu 19 watersports activities and touristic attractions. The Port Autonome de Papeete dynamically joins and initiates the development of the yachting in French Leeward Islands 20 Polynesia. Tahiti and Moorea 22

We ask you to protect these unique surroundings and wish you pleasant 24 sailing among our islands and archipelagoes in relation with our most 6 Marine suppliers directory important treasure: the Polynesian people. Shipyards, chandlery, other supplies 24 Patrick BORDET General Director of the Port Autonome de Papeete

7 Nautical life 27 Underwater 27 Created in 1996 by the Port Autonome de Papeete. Editor: Mareva Byot / Port Autonome de Papeete. Tahiti Pearl Regatta 29 Editorial concept and graphic creation: Archipelagoes. Tahiti Moorea Sailing Rendez-Vous English translation: K. Blanchard, A. Rocca, A. Turpin, F. Dupré & N. Bourgoin. & Events 31 Printed by: Séripol. Décembre 2010. Advertising & contact: [email protected] Content images courtesy of: Port Autonome de Papeete, Gie Tahiti Tourisme, Service de la Pêche, Ass. Raiatea Regatta, Marine Nationale, L. Laplane, C. Durocher, A. Turpin, Archipelagoes. Special thanks to: A. Turpin I The Port Autonome de Papeete 2 An international cruise port

International trade, traffic between islands, fishing, cruising, the Tahitian Princess, the Starflyer, the Amsterdam, the Seven Seas Mariner, the yachting: Papeete Port is at the heart of Polynesian life and Regal Princess, the Queen Elizabeth II, and nautical tourism. the Queen Mary II. Thanks to the construction of a new finger It is now the symbol of shared terminal with a carrying capacity greater pier in the heart of Papeete, the Port of access and cooperation between than 90,000 m². Papeete can now host the finest cruise cruise ships and private Cargo vessels that operate between ships from anywhere in the world. yachts with fishing vessels, the capital city, Papeete, and outlying Because of its downtown location, the coasters and freighters. Polynesian islands have seven berths at Papeete Yacht Quay gives yachtsmen their disposal, with a total of 1,150 metres easy and direct access to all stores and Since year 2000, Papeete Port has invested for schooners. Travelling through the services of Tahiti’s downtown commercial more than 13.2 billion XPF – 110.6 islands, these vessels operate in an area centre. From Vaiete place, with its typical million euros – in building new port equivalent to the size of Europe! caravans – which are impossible to miss infrastructure with the aim of improving – to the many other places where you can conditions, not only for international and A lively and centrally experience the Polynesian culture in the inter-island trade development, but also located port of call. capital city of Polynesia, you will never be for the welcoming of cruise ships, visiting bored in Tahiti! yachts and fishing vessels. These large- Who says Tahiti is a marginal destination Moreover, the Papeete Port has greatly scale improvements were financed in part on the world cruise market? improved its infrastructure recently to with the annual cash flow generated by Today, the Port of Papeete is a thriving welcome more yachtsmen in comfort, on a the Port Autonome de Papeete. Its modern international cruise port, big enough to special dock equipped with security gates facilities are in constantly evolving and welcome four cruise ships at the same which is patrolled by security guards 24/7 they contribute to the rapid economic time. Papeete’s Port reflects an image of during the high season for sailing. development of French Polynesia. luxury for Polynesia. Both Tahitians and This privileged access gives yachtsmen visitors have already seen many of these the opportunity to be berthed in the heart The only commercial prestigious “superboats” parading before of the city and enjoy its many attractions international port providing their eyes, including the Paul Gauguin, without security concerns. service all over Polynesia. Some figures Thousand of tons of products are in transit every year on the different • 758.43 ha: is the total surface of land and maritime boundaries of the Port quays of Papeete. The container traffic Autonome de Papeete. represents an impressive quantity • 5,800 m: is the total length of quays and docks. of more than 64,000 EVP (20-foot • 1,614,294 t: is the total product weight that transited on the different quays of containers) in imports and exports. Papeete in 2009. Merchant ships – cargo ships and • 200 m: is the total length of the northern berth, where the cruise liner Queen “Ro-Ros” (roll-on, roll-off) – have three Elizabeth II berthed in 2007 and 2008. dedicated berths along a 450 m-long • XIX°: At the end of this century, the first cruise liner quay was built in the Port of quay. Products are stored in a container Papeete. The Port Autonome de Papeete I 3 An international cruise port

Specially designed infrastructure for yachtsmen Activities (2009 figures) The Port Autonome de Papeete has been Ferry Quay were ferries and fast shuttles involved in a variety of efforts to benefit offer frequent transportation to both foot International trading yachtsmen throughout the Society passengers and light vehicles. The number of stopovers for long- Islands. The Port’s efforts extend to part of With maritime jurisdiction over an haul boats slightly increased. The total Papeete Harbour, to Teonetea in Papearii, area of more than 800,000 m2, the tonnage of international products and to Taina Marina in Punaauia. On Port of Papeete provides services to reached 922,000 tons in 2009. Moorea, Tahiti’s sister-island, the Port a wide variety of vessels, including Autonome de Papeete is also in charge of sailboats visiting from all over the Inter-island trading Vaiare Bay, including the Marina and the world. The total traffic of inter-island products (boundary included) has decreased by -9.0% and reached 692,500 tons. The passenger traffic between Papeete How is the Port structured? slightly increased by +0.1% with 1,709,950 passengers. • With its 3 docks, the Papeete Yacht Quay is able to accommodate up to 45 sailboats. The Port maintains a security service which guards the quay 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during International cruising the high season, from April to September. Every berth on the yachtsmen’s quay is equipped with modern facilities including water and electricity. Garbage collection is performed pe- The number of cruise ships stopovers in the Port of Papeete fell (-8% with riodically. The new Paofai Gardens, inaugurated in 2010 and located only 100 metres from 34 stopovers), as well as the number the Yacht Quay, is a pleasant park where yacht crews can enjoy a peaceful walk. of cruise ship passengers (-1,5% with • The Port Autonome de Papeete has recently reopened its newly renovated dry docks 32,501). Inter-island cruising based in which have a lifting capacity of 800 tons. A repair shipyard with a 300-ton Travelift oper- Papeete also declined by 13% in the ated by Technimarine is now also located in the Papeava area. number of stopovers with 93 calls. • The Taina Marina, located in Punaauia, is able to accommodate about 500 sailboats or Inter-island cruising is currently motoryachts in individual berths or “Med-moored” along a quay. One quay is intended available on board the Paul Gauguin. for superyachts. Marina facilities include a fuel dock, a laundry, a harbourmaster’s office, The cargo ship Aranui III is also very restrooms, three restaurants, a technical workshop, a chandlery, wireless Internet service popular, and is an enjoyable means and many conveniently-located stores. A berthing area with 56 moorings has also been of cruising between Papeete and the established in Punaauia’s channel. These moorings are managed by the Taina Marina, Marquesas Islands (4,202 passengers allowing yachtsmen to enjoy the use of shore services. in 2009). • The marina of Vaiare in Moorea , is able to accommodate 120 sailboats or motoryachts. It is mainly inhabited by the permanent residents, and can accommodate 5 to 10 boats Yachting passing through Moorea. The marina provides security service 24/7. On-site services The number of foreign yachts’ include water, restrooms and showers, electricity, and garbage collection. Many shops decreased by -9.28% on Papeete’s are located nearby. Yachts quay with 694 calls.

What projects are currently in progress? Fishing The number of foreign fishing boats Upcoming projects include: improving and planning on the Papeete Yacht quay dropped off by -42% with 51 calls while docks, the construction of a ‘House of Yachting’ near the Yachts Quay in 2011-2012, local fishing activity increased by +1.4% with 984 calls. the continuation of additional ecological moorings in Punaauia’s lagoon, the construction of a dry storage yard with room for 150 yachts in the Taina Marina in 2011. Feasibility studies will begin soon on planned infrastructure for yachtsmen and further development of the marina of Vaiare in Moorea (with 200 additional berths). Early in 2011, the Port Autonome de Papeete should also become the administrator of Raiatea’s marinas in and Apoiti.

Continuous improvement of yachting activities

The Port Autonome de Papeete has become increasingly more involved in supporting yachting activities in French Polynesia. Its role of welcoming visitors has made the Port the initiator and partner of many different promotional activities: • The Tahiti Moorea Sailing Rendez-vous is a special event for yachtsmen organised by the Port of Papeete. During three days of activities, sailors will have an ideal opportunity to meet the local population and learn about their age-old customs. The event features a sailing rally from Tahiti to Moorea, combined with cultural festivities on Moorea’s beach. • It also participates in other welcoming ceremonies for trans-Pacific rallies such as the Need more info? Pacific Puddle Jump Rally, the ARC 2008 Rally, the BlueWater Rally, etc. http://www.portdepapeete.pf • It is the co-organizer or partner of different tours and promotional operations in the sail- PO Box 9164 – Motu Uta ing world’s principal boat shows, and directly promotes Polynesia as a sailing destina- 98715 Papeete – Tahiti tion at yacht clubs and marinas all over the world. [email protected] Equipment

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The coastal station of Mahina Radio provides a security early warning on frequencies: - BLU: 2182 KHz et 8279 KHz As the official emblem of Polynesia suggests, the ocean is the - VHF: 156,8 MHz, canal 16 essential element in the origin of Polynesian life and culture. Emergency numbers Fire Brigade 18 Police 17 Apart from transiting the passes in and out as well as heavier and more frequent rains Smur (emergency - Tahiti) 15 of the lagoons, and being mindful of depths than during the dry season. Because of Harbour control 42 12 12 in the shallows, there are no major naviga- the distance between island groups, some tional challenges in French Polynesian significant differences exist between them. List of useful phone numbers for waters. The country’s flag is composed of The temperatures in can go each archipelago from pages 17 to 27. a double-hulled canoe, which symbolizes down to 10°C during the dry season; in the the history of the great Polynesian Marquesas islands, the “Austral winter” lasts tropical depressions blow across the south navigators, and five characters standing from August to December; there is almost no of the archipelagoes. When this swell which represent the five archipelagoes: the “rainy season” in the Tuamotu islands. meets wind from the east the sea becomes Society, Tuamotu, Austral, Marquesas and agitated and difficult to navigate. From islands. Located in the heart of The wind November to January, there is a weak the South Pacific, turning seaward, these north swell. 118 islands and are spread out over In Polynesia, the dominant winds blow most 5 million km2 of ocean surface and cover frequently from the east, but they tend toward The tidal range only 4,200 km2 of land surface. the northeast from November to March with speeds of 5 to 15 knots. The trade winds Apart from the , in the The climate generally blow from the east during the cooler Polynesian archipelagoes, there is a lunar and dryer time of year (April through October), tidal range of between 0.5 and 2 m. Defined as marine tropical, French with a tendency to blow from the southeast The tidal range creates an incoming and Polynesia’s climate doesn’t vary much: during this period. In July and August, the outgoing current that washes through the temperatures range between 24°C and 30°C southeast trade winds, which the Tahitians coral passes of the atolls. It can reach speeds all year long and its high humidity (75%) call the mara’amu are sometimes steady and of 6 knots or higher when there are big tidal is tempered by breezes. Thus Polynesia is strong with speeds of 5 to 25 knots. Famous in ranges or when it combines with a heavy affected by northeast and southeast trade French Polynesia, the mara’amu can blow for swell. Thus, it creates a tidal bore at the pass winds which converge into the equatorial several days, forming rolling swells between entries. It is recommended to sail through zone, creating two distinguished seasons: 1.5 and 3 m high. This wind also brings colder the passes when the water is slack. the dry season and the humid season. The temperatures (20°C at night). This wind can The Society islands, which comprise one of dry season– also called “Austral winter” be affected by the contours of tall islands, and the major distinctions of French Polynesia, – takes place between April and October venturi effects may occur in the bays. are situated on what is called an amphid- and brings an expected coolness (24°C and romic point, where tides have no lunar 28°C), July and August being the coolest The swell influence, only solar influence, called a months of the year. The humid season – also solar ocean tide (water level difference is called “rainy season” – starts in November A long south, southeast swell, generally 20 cm, or 8 inches, with high tides at noon and ends in March. It brings higher humidity weak, can easily reach 2.5 to 3 m when and midnight, every day of the year). Daily information in French only RFO transmits weather reports on Frequency Modulation at 89 Météo : Ph.: 36 70 08 (forecaster on live) - www.meteo.pf and 91,8 MHz, on AM at 738 MHz, at 5:55 / 6:57 / 7:57 / 10:30 a.m. SHOM : and 5:55 p.m. tidal forecast up to 7 days – www.shom.fr – only available in french in English only Mahina Radio: weather reports (BMS) In the Leewards islands: • by VHF, after a call on Channel 16, move on channel 26 Frequent and complete weather reports in English: (Windward islands/South Marquesas) or 27 (Leeward islands/ on demand, VHF 10 Sunsail ISLV, between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. North Marquesas) at 8:03 / 8:33 / 11:00 / 12:00 a.m. and 6:03 / In the Windward islands: 6:33 / 8:40 / 9:00 p.m.; Channel VHF 09 Taina Marina and VHF 06 Arue Marina • by BLU on 8803 KHz at 8:45 / 11:00 / 12:00 a.m. and 2:30 / 4:30 / 8:00 p.m.; and on 2182 KHz and then 2620 KHz at 8:03 / 8:33 On the Internet a.m. and 6:03 / 6:33 / 9:00 p.m. www.windguru.com • www.buoyweather.com • www.meteo.pf II Sailing conditions Hatutaa Motu One 6 Eiao Archipelagoes map Hatu Iti MARQUESAS Nuku Hiva Archipelago Ua Huka Memo Clearance (see p.11) Ua Pou Entry clearance formalities have The arrival clearance formalities have to Inter-island clearance formalities Hiva Oa to be formally completed at the be completed in the Port Autonome de between Tahiti and the other islands “Gendarmerie” offices in the first port Papeete: (except Moorea): Tahuata Motane • Provide a list* of all passengers and crew • Provide a list* of all passengers and crew of arrival: Fatu Hiva • Provide a list* of all passengers and crew • Passengers and crew’s departure or arrival • Scheduled itinerary in French Polynesia • Passengers and crew’s departure or arrival by aircraft, with flight details by aircraft, with details about the flights • Copy of the sailboat’s registration number. Exit clearance formalities at your • Clean bill of health of sailboat captain when • Detailed list of regulated or forbidden departure from French Polynesia, products** boats are more than 40 meters long • All passports with required valid visas • Detailed list of regulated or forbidden pro- mandatory to get tax free diesel fuel: ducts** • Provide a list* of all passengers and crew • All passports with required valid visas • Passengers and crew’s departure or arrival by aircraft (with flight details) • Detailed list of regulated or forbidden products • All passports with required valid visas The more northely winds during Disappo * providing details about the names, profession, date and birthplace, nationality, passport number. intm the Southern hemisphere's summer en ** guns, alcohol, animals, seeds... t Is are called "To’erau". lan ds nord Pukapuka Entry and exit Clearance TUAMOTU Archipelago Marinas Motu One SOCIETY Archipelago Dockyard Station fuel Tahaa 200 MN Tuanake Cans or barrel of fuel Tepoto Maupihaa Tetiaroa sud L 80 MN e Raiatea ds Marutea Hospital ew Islan Motutunga Tekokota Tauere a Windward rd Bank Isla Haraiki nds Moorea Tahiti Various services, trade Mehetia Radio Nengonengo Tavana Manuhangi Duke of Glou Pinaki ceste r Is The more southerly winds during lan ds the Southern hemisphere's winter are called "Mara’amu". 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Tubuai AUSTRAL Archipelago Mangareva Morane Rikitea Taravai Akamaru Temoe Tropic of Capricorn Raivavae GAMBIER Archipelago Rapa Marotiri Don't use for navigation. II Sailing conditions 8 Adapt your navigation between one archipelago and another

Even when navigation is relatively easy, you must be careful and watchful. When travelling between one archipelago and another, always keep a lookout, especially if you want The Tuamotu large and navigation is easy at any time to avoid an accident. Level of navigation: caution. (excepted at the island of Maupiti). A lateral buoyage system is used in the The Marquesas Islands Be careful when you are navigating passes and at fixed points. Moreover, the between the atolls which are visible at fringing coral reefs allow safe navigation Level of navigation: easy. less than 10 nm only: the current can be because they protect you from the swells Situated at the outer limit of equatorial strong in the channels between the atolls. that lie outside the lagoons. The buoyage waters, between latitudes 8° and 10° Of the 76 Tuamotu atolls, only some system is important inside the lagoons: south, the Marquesas Islands don’t have passes where you can enter. On the you will see green buoys along the suffer from tropical depressions, and others, when southeast wind gusts blow, lagoon side and red buoys along the land cyclones are unknown there. The or when there is a heavy swell, there can side. Only at entrance channels (passes) weather is nice most of the time, and the be up to 6 knots of outgoing current. In do buoys follow the European system, rainy season is not very intense. Winds addition, a tidal bore can be generated where red marks the port side and green are usually steady, but they may be outside and inside the passes. Generally marks the starboard side. Once inside impacted by the steep contours of these speaking, it is better to sail into the pass any lagoon within the Leeward Islands, mountainous islands. The swell may be when the water is slack. You will see the red buoys indicate the maximum sea heavy, because the Marquesas are not lateral beacons in the passes of the main depths on the land side, and the green protected by coral reefs. In every group Tuamotu islands, and sometimes also in ones on reef side. of islands, navigators usually sail during the channels providing access to a village. In addition, you have to be careful when the day. But most of the time, inside the lagoons, the sea is choppy in the channels between The navigation is quite easy, the coast- you will navigate carefully, with the sun two islands. Beware of the shallows. lines are clearly defined and step-to. Sea behind you or during the midday sun. In every group of islands, yachtsmen currents generally flow to the W-N-W (at This way, you will have better visibility usually sail during the day between the less than 1 knot), yet are reinforced in of the colors beneath the surface and the islands across very short distances. It is the narrow passage (Bordelais channel coral heads, so that you can more easily recommended to leave before 9:00 a.m, Hiva Oa/Tahuata). pick out the po’ito, pearl farms’ buoys. in order to avoid bad visibility in the In July and August, when strong east and passes, and choose your mooring while The islands are high, so the leeward southeast wind gusts blow inside some of there is still good light overhead. coasts often suffer from light winds. The the big atolls, the wind raises an interior Maupiti’s channel is quite difficult to sail Marquesas Islands have numerous bays swell. During these times it is recom- through when the south swell is more which provide good shelter from the mended that you moor in the east. As than 2 metres high. We recommend that wind but are often open to the dominant fresh water is very rare in these islands, you inquire about the pass conditions swells. (Beach landings can sometimes we recommend that you stock up on before leaving Bora Bora. be a challenge!) Shallows are silty and water in the Marquesas Islands before secure. leaving, and also collect rainwater if your Special sailing instructions: The Marquesans live close to the sea. boat is not equipped with a watermaker. between PAPEETE et PUNAAUIA (Tahiti) Boating infrastructure, such as quays Every time you move your boat (entering the Port, and docks, are available in every The Society Islands leaving it or just changing your anchorage), you inhabited island. Aids to navigation are must ask permission from the Harbour control Level of navigation: easy. rare: there are only port entry beacons station on VHF 12 or by telephoning 42 12 12 into the bays where the access to the This is the perfect place for yachting. or 47 48 50, because of the close proximity of the international Airport’s runway. main villages is easy. There is no lunar tide, most passes are Sailing conditions II Respect & preservation 9

The unspoiled natural beauty here is unique, but the balance of nature is fragile. It is necessary to protect it. An important regulation

In French Polynesia, there is an environ- mental regulation to protect the lagoons: the Marine Space Management Plan (PGEM). This plan was developed in cooperation with the local population in order to determine operating rules that will allow both island residents and visitors to optimize their enjoyment of marine resources, and manage their use intelligently. Adherence to the rules is everybody’s business. In Moorea, the PGEM manages the water from the littoral to the outside reef down to 70 metres. Here are a few examples of rules to follow: • 5 knots must not be exceeded near the coast (70 metres) and in protected marine areas, and 20 knots every- where else. Know your rights and duties by • Moor on sandy bottoms and not on studying the two leaflets, PGEM coral bottoms. Anchor your boat ac- Moorea and PGEM Fakarava, cording to regulation, forbidden areas when you arrive in French being marked with yellow PGEM Polynesia. They are available buoys to windward. Anchoring areas from the local authorities. authorized for more than 48 hours are marked in dark green areas on the map. Focus on Fakarava’s plan • If you dive or snorkel, you can admire the fauna and flora but don’t touch it! • If you fish, respect the rules regarding The Fakarava islands are made up of each by the sign: “ZM”. This is the the places you may fish, and the spe- 7 atolls (Toau, Aratika, Raraka, , location where your anchor should lie, not cies you may fish for. Fakarava and Niau) and have been settled the boat’s location once it is moored. The seaside and lagoons are for since 2007. everybody. Maritime areas are public Each atoll has its own PGEM designed Forbidden activities domain, but on certain motu (small to meet the objectives imposed by the Mooring in marked navigational channels islands), signs stating TABU will tell you UNESCO Biosphere Reserve guidelines. or passes — even for a short while — is not to moor (Tabu means forbidden). Mooring regulations are very strict: You strictly forbidden, except in an emergency. These signs mean you are on private must follow the guidelines when you will Mooring on coral or at less than 200 m property and you are not welcome. sail to neighboring islands. from the shore is strictly forbidden. Vessels that are not actively fishing in the fish For each PGEM, ask at the Town Hall Boat mooring regulations parks must stay outside of these parks in of the local authority corresponding order not to disturb this activity. Mooring to the place you are interested in (> pages 18 to 23). Mooring on coral, at less than 200 m from Obligations Game Fisheries Department • ph.: 50 25 50 the shore, or near the fish parks is strictly Vessels with marine toilets must be • [email protected] • www.peche.pf forbidden. Ask the Town Hall of the local equipped with a non-polluting system and also: authority corresponding to the place and must use biodegradable detergents • www.ifrecor.pf you are interested in. You are allowed to as from January the first, 2008. • www.urbanisme.gov.pf anchor in the mooring zones only. These Trash, even biodegradable, must not be • www.temanaotemoana.org zones are indicated on the PGEM map of thrown into the water. • moorea.berkeley.edu Tahiti Yacht serv Customs formalities III Do not overlook your obligations 11 Even if you have French nationality, you will need to fill out forms. Here are some guidelines to help you with French Polynesia’s administrative procedures... Normal temporary admission These documents are returned to the Warning: this regulation is of interest if Do you intend to temporarily base boat’s owner when he returns. For exam- your last port of call is Papeete. If not, the your boat in French Polynesian waters? ple, if your boat is uninhabited, with ab- Regularization Process by retroactivity Regulations have changed since 2009: it solutely no one on board, it is possible to could be very long and complicated. You is now possible to import your boat duty stop the 2-years-clock and make it start will have to show your items when the free for up to 24 months (instead of 12), again only when you return to Polynesia form is checked by the custom services. entering once or several times (shipyard to continue your voyage! immobilization is deducted). • Your stay in Polynesia is nearing an end? Supply of tax free diesel fuel • You must now fill out and drop off a For whom? departure declaration at the Maritime As a yachtsman, you can be supplied with Office of Immigration in Papeete, or at tax-free diesel fuel for your boat, provided This legal framework targets boats the Gendarmerie office in the first port of that you comply with specific terms and registered under foreign flags, under the arrival, or send it by mail to the Customs conditions. Two possible options: name of an individual or corporate body Central Board no later than ten days • if you don’t name anyone to legally with normal residence outside of French before your departure. represent you in completing the admin- Polynesia, and with no money-making istrative procedures to obtain diesel fuel activity within the territory. Or, if the Spare parts and goods in Papeete, you won’t be able to get tax- boat is not registered, and it belongs to free diesel until you arrive at the Port of an individual or a corporate body whose Spare parts can be imported duty free Papeete to get ad hoc authorization from address is out of the customs territory. as well as goods listed below. Firearms the PAF (authorization valid 6 months At the end of the 2 years time, French or are prohibited but transit is authorized and renewable only from the Service des boat owners with foreign citizenship, who after declaration. A document is provided Douanes/Regional Customs Office). are applying for a residence permit in by Gendarmerie offices in the first port • If you appoint someone to legally repre- French Polynesia, would instantly need to of arrival, to be returned to customs in sent you, you can get your tax-free diesel clear their boat. Papeete by mail. fuel. But first you need to show the ad Final clearance is obtained in Papeete. It is hoc authorization that the Port of Papeete Clearance formalities not possible to buy duty free goods before gives to your representative. departure, except fuel in Papeete. Your duly mandated representative must • As soon as you arrive in French Poly- Per person over 17 years of age: deliver to the PAF agents, located at nesia, you must come ashore and fill out a customs declaration and arrival • 200 cigarettes, 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars the Yachts bureau of Papeete, a master declaration at the Maritime Office of or 250 grams of tobacco, mandatory document, delivered and signed Immigration (PAF) in Papeete or at the • 2 L of wine, 2 L of spirit, by the captain of the boat and the original “Gendarmerie” offices in your first port • personal effects. customs entry declaration, completed and of arrival. signed by the yachtsman. • You must also send your arrival declara- Tax-free sales forms are available in most To make these administrative procedures tion to the Customs Central Board, or shops in Tahiti, if the value of the goods easier, a Yacht agent can handle this drop it off at the PAF. you are buying is higher than 5000 xpf, paperwork for you: he can also help to • On demand, your authorized stay of 24 excluding duties and taxes. Most goods can deal with the tax-free diesel fuel issue. months may be suspended by the Cus- be bought VAT-free except: consumable toms Central Board in case of the boat goods (food, beverage, tobacco, etc.); owner or user’s departure, with certified products subject to a particular control boat immobilization, or, if the owner (weapons, un-mounted pearls, seads, Service des Douanes / deposits at the Customs service all the cars, mopeds, stamps, etc.); and products Regional Customs Office: documents and documentary evidence purchased for trading purpose (more than Monday to Friday: 7am-5pm that are necessary for the control of a 10 units of the same item is considered as a Tel: +689.50.55.50 boat grounded in Polynesian waters. purchase for trading purpose).

The Ports of entry Lights and flags In the Marquesas Islands Nuku Hiva (Taiohae), Ua Pou (Hakahau), Hiva Oa (Atuona) When you arrive in a port during daylight exhibit the Polynesian flag, and the Marque- hours, you must exhibit the international sans will be very happy if you also exhibit the In the Austral Islands yellow “Q” flag or the signal D.I.F. Marquesan flag! Tubuai (Mataura), Rurutu (Moerai), Raivavae (Rairua) At night, you must turn on the day signal or In the Tuamotu / Gambier show a red light above a white light. Rangiroa (Tiputa), Mangareva (Rikitea) The maximum distance between the lights is In the Leeward Islands, Society archipelago 1m83 (6 feet). Raiatea (Uturoa), Huahine (Fare), Bora Bora () You are arriving in a French Territory, so it is mandatory that you fly the French flag. In the Windard Islands, Society archipelago Polynesians appreciate when sailors also Tahiti (Papeete), Moorea (Afareaitu) Guide des yachts09:Layout 1 18/06/09 13:28 Page 16

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Tirage à terre (travelift 25T) • Gardiennage à terre sur Ber • Peinture carennes ou coques • Mécanique marine • Réfrigération • Sablage • Réparation voiles et tauds • Pièces détachées • Fibre de verre • Acier & inox • Aluminium • Usinage • Menuiserie • Soudure • etc.

Haulot (25T travelift) • Longterm storage in steer cradle • Slipway • Paint topside & bottom • Mechanical work • Marine electricity • Refrigeration • Sand blasting • Sail loft • Parts • Fibreglassing • Machining • Aluminium work • Wood work • Welding • etc.

tél.: (689) 600 545 • fax : (689) 600 546 ou VHF 68 [email protected] • www.raiatea.com/carenage BP 1111 • Uturoa Raiatea Polynésie française Phytosanitary regulations III 13 A necessity to protect the ecosystem

The introduction of imported species may have negative • Official document proving the date of your arrival in French Polynesia. and fatal consequences. • Tattoo or micro-chip ISO11784 docu- ments www.biosecurite.gov.pf • Updated vaccination booklet • A French Polynesian vet certificate Phytosanitary regulations Service for Rural Development (SDR), proving that the animal was treated or throw them overboard before your against parasites with Praziquantel During a stopover, you may have arrival in Polynesian waters. at a dose of 5mg/kg (effective against collected plant seeds or fruit, thinking Echinococcus most specifically), and that you might plant them later. Now Animal health regulations against ticks. they are in your bag and you are about At the end of a six-month quarantine to move to the next port. Without your knowledge, your favorite pet on board, the animals that have been Be careful! The importation of plant can carry serious diseases and parasites treated as mentioned get permission to products, plants and seeds into French that may infect human beings. It is even go ashore. Polynesia is regulated or forbidden, more likely to happen if you have visited according to the deliberation 96-43 AT Central America, South America or even Landing after a 30-day quarantine may (February 29, 1996). According to the the United States in the last 6 months. also be possible. ministerial order 741CM (July 12, 1996), For security reasons, removing your the transport to the islands or between animals from your boat is forbidden. However, you must provide to the the islands of fruit, vegetables, flowers Your dog, your cat and any other animal competent authority a certificate of or any other plants and seeds is strictly sailing with you must be confined on anti-rabies vaccination with: regulated. board unless you obtain permit to take • The animal identification number, pro- No matter how attractive or harmless the animal ashore from veterinarians ving he has been vaccinated for more they might seem, the importation of of the Service for Rural Development, than 6 months and less than 1 year non-native species may put in jeopardy according to the article n°15 of the before the scheduled date of landing. the phytosanitary protection of our deliberation 77-93 AT of the 10th of • The test results for determining the islands. This protection is of vital impor- August, 1977. rabies neutralisation antibody; it tance to protect the many endemic should be checked a minimum of species that exist in French Polynesia. How to get the landing three months after vaccination and This is why boat arriving from a country authorization? more than three months before the infested with the Beetle scheduled date of landing, and at a (Central and South America, Fiji, Samoa, The authorization can be obtained after level more than 0.5 UI. Tonga, Philippines…) are inspected at consideration of the following documents, their arrival and treated if necessary, as originals or certified true copies: specified in the deliberation 99-168 APF • Official document proving the date of Animals that are taken ashore without of the 30th of September, 1999. your departure from the last country permission are in violation of the To protect our islands against crop pests, you visited infected by rabies (the USA regulation. According to the law, they you must imperatively declare plant and all Central America countries are will automatically be seized, killed and products and plants to the staff of the infected). destroyed at the owner’s expenses. III Immigration formalities 14 Passports, visas, bonds, etc.

In French Polynesia, Crew and passengers entering the Amounts admitted as immigration rules are strict Polynesian territory must be in repatriation bonds and specific. All visitors must possession of a valid passport. Non-EC citizens must also have a If you don’t have a return airline ticket check carefully before leaving return airline ticket to their country of to your resident country, you can go to home to be sure that they have residence, or deposit a bond into a local a bank and pay the repatriation bond, bank upon arrival (equal to the value which is roughly equal to the cost of proper travel documentation of an air ticket to the country of origin). a return airline ticket to your home and that they meet the entry Bond funds can be returned at Papeete country. or in a departing island that has a bank requirements. (such as Bora Bora or Raiatea.). All crew changes and boat movements must You will need to apply for a long be reported to the Maritime Office of Tourist Visa regulations staY visa at the French Consular Immigration (P.A.F), including inter- service nearest to your home, and The entry and visitation of foreign island cruises (farther than Moorea) and allow a 3 to 6 months For citizens into French Polynesia is subject final point of departure. proCEssing. the Consular service to the French order n° 2000-372 from will then transmit your request to 04/26/2000, modified on 17/12/2009. Office of Immigration the high Commissioner (DrCl), According to this text and to the circular (PAF/Immigration): whom will grant or deny the visa, letter related to the implementation of Maritime office (Port of Papeete): within a delay of up to 1 month. the general rule on visas: foreign citizens Monday-Friday 7:00 am-3:00 pm are not allowed to stay more than three Ph.: (689) 42 40 74 • fax: (689) 42 39 73 thE Final DECision Falls to months per semester in French Polynesia. Airport office (Tahiti Faa’a): thE FrEnCh ConsulatE oF The day count starts from the date of Monday-Friday 7:30-11:30 am and Your homE CountrY. You should therefore allow plenty arrival on the territory. No extension of 1:30-4:30 pm of time to apply for your long stay visa is possible after three months. Ph.: (689) 80 06 00 • fax: (689) 81 28 34 visa, since the visas provided by For a stay exceeding 3 months, your visit High Commissioner / (DRCL): the Consulates & Embassies cannot will require a long stay visa, which is no Rue Jeanne d’Arc, Papeete, Tahiti be extended locally, no matter the longer obtainable from the Immigration Ph.: (689) 46 84 54 (Harrison) - 46 84 56 • extension required. Office (PAF). fax: (689) 46 84 49

Visa formalities depending on the country of origin

COuNTRY STAY LENGTH France French Polynesia being a French territory, French citizens are allowed to live and work without any visa All EC countries (except France) You are allowed to stay without any visa for an unlimited length. Only restriction is to register at the town hall where you currently live every 3 months, to guarantee enough finan- cial resources, to justify medical coverage and housing.

Andora, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Australian, Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, You are allowed to stay 3 months without any visa (3 months Brunei, Canada, Chili, South Korea, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Hondu- legal authorization required for each 6-month period.) ras, Iceland, Israël, Japan, Hong Kong, Kiribati, Liechtenstein, Macao, Macedonia, Malay- sia, Marshall islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Montenegro, Monaco, , Nica- ragua, Norway, New Zealand (including citizens from Tokelau, Niue and Cook islands), Palaos, Panama, Paraguay, St Christopher & Nevis, San Marin, Holy See, , Samoa, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Switzerland, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uruguay, USA (includ- ing citizens from Marianna islands, American Samoa, Guam) Vanuatu & Venezuela Other countries You must obtain a visa prior to arrival

For visits longer than 3 months, please contact the French Consulate of your home country BEFORE your arrival in French Polynesia. The superyachts IV 15 « Tahiti, designed for superyachts »

French Polynesia in the hearth of the South Pacific, large yachts visiting the Pacific area. Two dry docks of 300 and 800 tons are offers a cruising ground as large as Europe currently available in Tahiti and allow French Polynesia to haul all sorts of with five fascinating archipelagos, different sizes yachts. Tahiti and her that each has it’s own unique characteristics. islands have become an important destination for large yachts, offering all kinds of modern, professional services Before the end of the 1980s, very few exceptional collection of stunning in a captivating, well-protected setting. large private yachts would venture into anchorages, security at all times Here you’ll find: specialized yacht the South Pacific, mostly because of the (no hurricanes, no pirates!), deep agents, ship chandlers, repair shops, lack of communication infrastructure. tranquility, a variety of pleasures marine engine dealers, carpenters, reefer

Things have now changed: owners can for active visitors in a preserved Projet6:Miseengineers, en page 1 28/10/08 9:17 sail Page 3 makers and more. keep in touch with their businesses at all environment (diving, fishing, hiking, times while on board. parasailing, surfing, windsurfing, The first modern world tycoon to cruise kitesurfing…), modern communication our waters may have been Malcolm and transport infrastructure, and a Forbes, who, in 1987, sent his 151’ fascinating culture that has resulted from motor yacht Highlander on a nine- the mixed influences from Polynesian, month transpacific crossing. Another French and Chinese people. large yacht often remembered by the At Taina Marina, the Port Autonome de people of Tahiti is the 282’ Trump Papeete has created a dock reserved to Princess. She came to the Society Islands large yachts that can accommodate up 1988 and was an impressive sight in the to 18 vessels at the same time and offers then-quiet harbour of Papeete. all the services found in the Med or Since then, traffic has increased progres- the Caribbean. sively to reach a high of 50 to 60 large The yachts and travel agencies have yachts passing through on their way to developed a wide range of services and the America’s Cup held in Auckland, supplies to assist captains and crew in New Zealand in 2000 and 2003. offering unforgettable holidays to their Nowadays, an average of 50 superyachts guests and passengers. call at Tahiti every year. With very competitive prices, and a French Polynesia is undoubtedly one capacity of up to 3,800 tons, Papeete’s of the world’s best cruising destina- floating dry-dock is an ideal spot to tions for large yachts, as it offers an plan regular maintenance jobs for Iaorana (welcome) to Tahiti

Enjoy your visit The national marine fl oating dock is a device to put both military and civilian ships into dry dock, available in Papeete. It is 135 meters long and can handle ships of 17.5 meters wide, weighing up to 3,800 tons.

Professionals at your service Companies involved in the overhaul of Polynesian ships in Papeete have a proven track record and are able to perform all necessary repairs and maintenance in the best conditions.

Our references One of our satisfi ed clients, The Maltese Falcon, a marvel of technology, left our dock with the wind in her sails after having entrusted us with maintenance work in July 2008.

Contact. For further information, please contact the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Trades and Services Department on 47.27.17 or by e-mail: [email protected].

Dock flottant A4_02 GB.indd 1 18/08/10 13:59:22 From archipelago to archipelago V one of the most beautiful sailing grounds in the world, 17 as large as Europe...

Each one of the five archipelagoes in French PRACTICAL INFoRMATIoN

Polynesia – the Society • uSEFuL INFORMATION AVAILABLE • Water: drinking water in the Marque- (Leeward/Windward islands), IN EVERY ISLAND sas, Papeete, Bora Bora and Moorea. • Fire Brigade: 18 Everywhere else: no drinking water. Tuamotu, Austral, Marquesas • SMuR-emergency: 15 We recommend that you buy bottled and – has its • Police: 17 water. own character, but all of them Phone: (main dialing codes) • Currency: Pacific Franc (XPF ou CFP). -F rench Polynesia 00 689 + number are enchanting and attractive. 1 USD $: 97 XPF (indicative foreign -F rance ………………… 00 33 + number exchange rate only) – www.xe.com - United States ……… 00 1 + number • Banks are generally open from 8:00 - UK ………………………… 00 44 + number The archipelagoes you are introduced a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed for the wee- - Spain …………………… 00 34 + number to in the following pages – Marquesas, kend), and you can find cash points - Italy ……………………… 00 39 + number Tuamotu, Leeward and Windward (ATMs) and currency exchange offices - Germany …………… 00 49 + number islands – correspond to the most on the larger islands. - Chile …………………… 00 56 + number frequented navigation circuit. • Post offices: generally open from 7:30 -A ustralia ……………… 00 61 + number a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (depending on the - New Zealand …… 00 64 + number Depending on the Archipelago, islands). – www.opt.pf you will find either idyllic and wild • Shops: generally open from 7:30 a.m. • Information: 44 99. anchorages, or quality nautical infra- to 5:30 p.m. with differences between • Internet: In addition to the cybercafés, structure, with everything you need the islands and the type of shops you can log onto the Internet in most at your arrival. • Electricity: 110 or 220V depending on of the islands with a wi-fi connection the islands (220V and 380V in some through 3 main operators: Iaoranet, marinas). – Frequency=60 Hz Hotspot, and Manaspot. V From archipelago to archipelago 18 The Marquesas Islands

Nuku Hiva port of entry ua Huka Hiva Oa port of entry Anchorages: From October to February, the Anchorages: the best ones are situated Anchorages: Atuona has a harbour (service bays in the south are more sheltered from in the Bays of Haavei, Vaipee and Hane station with wharf, drinking water, car the wind and swell. The most popular is (where there are shops, an infirmary, and rental, grocery store). At the village, 3 km Taiohae which has a stable, if often rolling, an airport) away, there is a medical centre, restau- anchorage and a small quay for disem- Don’t miss it The Papuakeikaha rants, post office, airport… barking in a dinghy. Facilities available on Arboretum; the Sea Museum; horse For a more isolated anchorage, the Bay of the small quay: bathrooms, non-drinking trekking, a visit to the sculptors’ studios, or Takauku is nearby. water, diving club, snack restaurant, yacht discover the kaveka eggs in Birds Island. Don’t miss it The cultural centres services (washing machines, mechanical • Ua Huka Town Hall ………… Ph. 91 60 26 dedicated to Paul Gauguin and Jacques workshop), sail loft, clothing and marquesan • Infirmary, Hane ……………… Ph. 92 60 58 Brel; the Museum of Traditional Arts; handicraft shop, Internet cafe. • Tourism Office ……………… Ph. 92 60 19 the archaeological sites of Taaoa and A new market, a handicraft centre and Iipona. Nuku Hiva’s Tourism Office have recently ua Pou port of entry • Hiva Oa Town Hall ………… Ph. 92 73 32 been opened. On the large schooner • Gendarmerie ………………… Ph. 91 71 05 quay: a Total petrol station. Anchorage Anchorages: Safe anchorage at Hakahau, • Medical centre ……………… Ph. 92 73 75 protected by a seawall (shops, restaurants, is possible in the east side of the bay. • Dental centre ………………… Ph. 92 78 17 infirmary, Post Office, bank, airport) in the From July to September, Hakaehu in the • Tourism Office ……………… Ph. 92 78 93 north is a better bet (where it is possible bays of Vaiehu and Uapo. • , agency Atuona …… Ph. 91 70 90 to disembark at the mouth of a small Don’t miss it the flowering pebbles of • Bank Socredo, agency Atuona Ph. 92 73 54 river), and Anaho (where you’ll find a Hohoi; the King’s Valley (Hakamaii) with • Gas Station Temetiu ……… Ph. 92 71 85 restaurant, water, fruit, etc.) Depending its tiki and majestic petroglyphs. • Cyber Services Laundry ……… Ph. 92 79 85 on the weather, excursions can be made • Hiva Oa Town Hall ………… Ph. 92 73 32 • Météo France, Atuona ……… Ph. 92 73 78 to the bay of Hatiheu (where there is a • Gendarmerie ………………… Ph. 91 53 05 • SubAtuona Plongée ………… Ph. 92 70 88 statue of the Virgin Mary at an altitude of • Dentist ………………………… Ph. 92 53 58 • Marquises Création ………… Ph. 92 70 77 300 m, and a restaurant.) The anchorage • Infirmary, Hakahau ………… Ph. 92 53 75 in the Baie du Contrôleur (Inspector’s bay) • Post Office …………………… Ph. 92 53 74 Fatu Hiva on the west coast, gives access to the very • Air Tahiti, agency Hakahau …… Ph. 91 52 25 lively village called Taipivai during the • Bank Socredo, agency Hakahau Ph. 92 53 63 Anchorages: without an airport, acces- July festivities. • Tourism Office ……………… Ph. 92 53 86 sible only by sea, it is an authentic Don’t miss it On Saturday mornings island where life is very simple. Omoa (4:30-7:00 a.m) there is a small quay-side Tahuata (at the foot of the majestic Mount market in Taiohae. Also, consider hiking Touaouoho) has an infirmary, a Post Anchorages: water supplies and provi- along the marked path to the Koheva office, a museum and a few shops. You sions at Vaitahu (grocery store, infirmary, archeological site in Taiohae, or visit Rose disembark on the beach at the mouth Post Office, no bank). When the weather Corsaire’s little Museum. of the river or on the newly built wharf, permits, the bay of Hapatoni is preferred • Nuku Hiva Town Hall ………… Ph. 91 03 60 designed especially for the Aranui ship, • Gendarmerie …………………… Ph. 91 03 05 (small quay to disembark in a dinghy, and accessible to sailboats. Another • Hospital, emergency, Taiohae … Ph. 91 02 00 grocery store, arts and crafts center, • Pharmacy ……………………… Ph. 91 00 90 possible anchorage is in the bay of marae, the Queen’s path). Splendid • First Aid centre, Aakapa ………… Ph. 92 04 61 Hanavave (magical, also called the Bay anchorages in front of white sand • Infirmary, Taipivai ……………… Ph. 92 01 42 of Virgins). There is a small wharf for beaches on the northwest side of the • Infirmary, Hatiheu ……………… Ph. 92 01 43 dinghies with drinking water, grocery • Air Tahiti, agency Taiohae ………… Ph. 91 02 25 island (Bay of Hamoenoa). store, church, and a first aid centre. • Bank Socredo, agency Taiohae …Ph. 91 00 85 Don’t miss it The huge Catholic • Tourism Office ………………… Ph. 92 08 25 church; the remains of the fort, and the Don’t miss it The walk to the [email protected] cemetery for French sailors. waterfall at the far end of the bay; handi- • Marine Diesel stat Total ……… Ph. 92 06 18 craft artists making tapa cloth. • Nuku Hiva Yacht services ……… Ph. 92 07 50 • Tahuata Town Hall …………… Ph. 92 92 19 [email protected] • Infirmary, Vaitahu …………… Ph. 92 92 27 • Fatu Hiva Town Hall ………… Ph. 92 80 23 • Marquises Rando ……………… Ph. 92 07 13 • First Aid centre, Hanatetena … Ph. 92 92 62 • Infirmary, Omoa ……………… Ph. 92 80 36 • Rose Corsaire’s Museum ……… Ph. 92 03 82 • First Aid centre, Motopu……… Ph. 92 92 36 • First Aid centre, Hanavave …… Ph. 92 80 61

Latitude 7°55/10°33 South Area: 330 km2 Main islands : Longitude 138°35/140°43 West Main Town: Taiohae Northern group : Nuku Hiva, Ua Huka, Ua Pou Distance from Tahiti to Nuku Hiva: 800 NM Level of navigation: easy (see page 8) Southern group : Hiva Oa, Tahuata, Fatu Hiva From archipelago to archipelago V Tuamotu islands 19

Manihi • Avatoru (deep-sea wharf, marina, sta- Latitude 14°/23° South tion, quay-side delivery for more than Longitude 135°/149° West Anchorages: This atoll, located in the 100L, shops, restaurants, medical and Distance from Tahiti to Rangiroa 200 NM Tuamotu islands, became world-famous in dental centre...). the 1960’s when the first Polynesian pearl Area (including Gambiers) 1 000 000 km2 • Tiputa (wharf, small marina, shops and Main town Rangiroa farm was established. local market). The current can reach a The entrance to the lagoon is through the speed of 8 knots. Enter the pass with an Main atolls: Tairapa channel in the southwest. A new incoming current or when the current is Rangiroa, Fakarava, Makemo et Hao navigational beacon was installed in 2006 turning (slack water). Level of navigation Caution (see page 8) for safe sailing on more than 2/3rd of the Post office and Banks can be found in both lagoon. village. Good moorings in the east are Apataki Drop your anchor near the airport, at the opposite the Kia Ora, at the islets of Faama, Tatetate motu (islet) about 1.5 NM east Mauahatea, Otepipi, Naonao and Mahitu, Anchorages: The Pakaka pass located in from the village, or in the extreme east of or near the islets of Kiroria, Atiati, Rahi, the southwest (120 m. wide, 25 m. deep) the atoll. Two grocery stores (where it is Hauone; and in the west (in fair weather) is usually easy to cross. The outgoing possible to obtain diesel fuel), a first aid near the “blue lagoon”, motu Paio and motu current hardly reaches 5 knots, but a south center, a post office and the Town Hall can Pomariorio. There are five dive operators riptide can help if the outgoing current is be found in the village. in Rangiroa. The exceptional density of its strong. This pass reaches the main village of Manihi also has a private radio station marine fauna accounts for its worldwide Niutahi (dock, airport, grocery, post office, which supplys yachts at-sea emails and reputation. infirmary). numeric data from all over the Pacific The Tehere pass located in the northwest Don’t miss it Reef island; the “pink Ocean. sand beach”; a visit to the vineyard of end of the island is large and deep and ideal for fishing. Although it is not well marked, it Don’t miss it Diving in the pass, Rangiroa and the church of Otepipia. is easy to cross. swimming in the ‘blue lagoon’, visiting a • Town Hall, Tiputa …………… Ph. 96 73 27 Good anchorages are placed in the south pearl farm, enjoying a delicious traditional • Town Hall, Avatoru…………… Ph. 96 83 43 opposite Rua Vahine motu; in the southeast meal (ma’a Tahiti) prepared by the inhab- • Gendarmerie ………………… Ph. 93 11 55 in Tamaro, opposite Assam’s pearl farm and itants of the village. • Infirmary, Tiputa ……………… Ph. 96 73 96 the dry dock area (offering many services • Manihi Town Hall …………… Ph. 96 42 55 • Medical centre, Avatoru ……… Ph. 96 03 75 and supplies: water, gas, petrol, vegetables, • Infirmary, Manihi …………… Ph. 96 43 67 • Bank Socredo, agency Avatoru … Ph. 96 85 63 agency Avatoru • Air Tahiti, agency Manihi ……… Ph. 96 42 71 • Bank de Tahiti, … Ph. 96 85 52 fresh produces) which is quite protected • Radio station SailMail – VHF 16/77 Ph. 96 41 70 • Air Tahiti, agency Rangiroa … Ph. 93 14 00 from the prevailing wind; and at the [email protected] • Airport: ……………………… Ph. 93 11 01 northeast, at Teonemahina’s end, which is • Shell Marine Gas Station …… Ph. 96 83 37 well sheltered from the wind also, and has • Tahiti Wine, vineyard of Rangiroa beautiful surroundings. Fakarava …………………………………Ph. 96 04 70 Don’t miss it Diving Assam’s pearl Anchorages: This famous port of call for farm in Tamaro, dry dock area at Alfred’s (his navigators has been classified by Unesco son), snorkelling in Tehere pass with many as a Biosphere Natural Reserve, so there Neighbouring atolls: gorgeous colorful fish. are now strict anchorage regulations. • Mataiva Town Hall …………… Ph. 96 32 57 • First Aid centre, Mataiva ……… Ph. 96 32 57 • Apataki Town Hall …………… Ph. 96 12 91 Anchorage is only allowed in zones • • Police ………………………… Ph. 76 46 54 indicated as ZN on the PGEM map for • Makatea Town Hall ………… Ph. 96 91 60 • Infirmary ……………………… Ph. 30 36 82 each atoll. As soon as you arrive, you must • Infirmary, Makatea ………… Ph. 96 91 62 • Petero (tide and dock information) inform the Town Hall of your position and VHF 16 ………………………… Ph. 30 36 82 inquire about the rules and regulations. • Pearl farm Access to Fakarava is through the Garue Tikehau VHF 16 or 72 …………………… Ph. 72 78 13 pass (not to be attempted with a northerly …………………………………… 71 61 39 wind and an out-going current) in order to Anchorages: an extraordinary lagoon, ideal • Apataki Carénage reach the village of Rotoava (deep-water for fishing and diving, accessible through VHF 16 or 72 …………………… Ph. 71 61 39 wharf, infirmary, post office, shops – one pass in the west (entry not advisable in …………………………………… 72 78 13 quay-side delivery of diesel oil in barrels a NW wind), Tuheiava, where mooring is of 200L). In the south, access is through possible near the motu Teonai. The fishing Focus on Manihi the Tumakohua pass (not to be attempted village is situated close to the pass. in a strong southerly wind); anchorage is It is possible to anchor near the village In recent years the very vigorous popu- lation of this atoll has given a very warm possible near the village of Tetamanu. of Tuherahera in the south (wharf, quay, welcome to the sailors by offering a variety municipal water tank for water supplies, Don’t miss it The old church built of of services. Thanks to Mr Xavier Michel and coral; the ruins if the Governor’s residence. shops, limited fuel supplies, infirmary, his private radio station SailMail, many free • Fakarava Town Hall ………… Ph. 93 40 40 restaurants) but in an east wind it is not services are offered to travellers who stop • Medical centre, Fakarava …… Ph. 98 42 24 recommended; or at the islet, Tavania, and or pass near the atoll: • Air Tahiti, agency Fakarava …Ph. 93 40 25 at the Motu Aua, Puarua (the bird island, not advisable if the birds are hatching), and • Help with sailing on the lagoon; tide, sea Rangiroa port of entry Hiraumaine (fishing). level and current reports; sailing advice Don’t miss it The Teonai lagoon- and weather forecasts; French Polynesian Anchorages: administrative port of the arium, snorkelling with the manta rays on tourism brochures, etc. Tuamotu Islands, its huge lagoon can a former pearl farm’s site, a romantic walk • Help with activity bookings (pearl farm become a rough sea when the southeast visits, taxi boating, Tahitian meals, water on the pink sand near ‘Hina’s bell’. and marine diesel supply, diving in the wind blows. Access is through one of the • Town Hall, Tikehau ………… Ph. 96 22 37 pass, etc.). two northern passes that are named after the • Infirmary, Tikehau …………… Ph. 96 23 49 two villages: • Air Tahiti, agency Tikehau …… Ph. 96 22 66 Contact: [email protected] V From archipelago to archipelago 20 Leeward islands

The Society archipelago is made up of two groups of island: Huahine to the west, the Leeward islands (Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Anchorages: Avamoa Channel and Avapehi Channel both bring you to the principal and Bora-Bora); to the east, the Windward islands town of Fare (dock, gas station, fresh water, medical services, shops, restaurants, banks, with Tahiti and Moorea. and market on Saturday morning). In Fare, it Because the Leeward Islands have the principal sailboat is forbidden for yachts to dock at the concrete schooner pier. You can, however, dock on the rental companies, the best sailing conditions, little wooden wharf under the Port officer’s authorization (VHF 12). For water supplies, the greatest diversity of landscapes, you will need to get in touch with Jean-Luc and access to the culture and nautical substructures, (from Huahine lagoon) or Teva (from Pacific Art), who will allow you to tie up at the they are a real paradise for sailors. watering point on the pier. If you wish to stay longer in Fare, anchor in the sand in the center of the bay, or in Haavai bay facing • Town Hall Taputapuatea ………… Ph. 60 03 60 Raiatea, the sailing island port of entry Avapehi (during south or west wind). • Town Hall Tumaraa ……………… Ph. 60 25 75 Anchorages: in the centre of town Uturoa, • Town Hall Uturoa ………………… Ph. 60 03 80 Be careful: if the wind is higher than 20 knots, a dock and a marina offer many useful • Gendarmerie ……………………… Ph. 60 03 05 you may drag in this anchorage; you should useful services and attractions: • Town police ……………………… Ph. 66 44 17 choose an anchorage facing Ofaiorio’s end. Gas stations, hospital, medical services, • Uturoa Hospital…………………… Ph. 60 08 00 Get to Avea Bay through the lagoon; there shops, restaurants… • Uturoa health centre……………… Ph. 60 02 01 you’ll find a beautiful white sand beach. Departing Uturoa to the west, you’ll find • Dental centre ……………………… Ph. 60 02 09 Don’t miss it Amazing departures of the Apooiti marina (dock, pond, pier, • Pharmacy ………………………… Ph. 66 34 44 Hawaiiki’nui Va’a in late October/early water, gas, laundromat, restaurants, shop, • Tourism Office …………………… Ph. 60 07 77 November; marae and sacred sites; fish technical support). [email protected] catch in Maeva; Eden park; sacred eels… The technical work zone of Uturaerae • Bank Socredo, agency Uturoa … … Ph. 60 07 00 • Huahine Town Hall ……………… Ph. 60 63 21 (with different work shops: hull, sails, • Bank of Tahiti, agency Uturoa …… Ph. 60 02 80 • Gendarmerie ……………………… Ph. 60 62 05 etc.; marina – water, electricity). • Bank of Polynesia, Uturoa ……… Ph. 60 04 50 • Emergency/1st aid centre ………… Ph. 68 82 48 Recommended anchorages are located • Air Tahiti, airport agency Uturoa … Ph. 60 04 44 • Pharmacy ………………………… Ph. 60 61 41 on Tetooroa Bay (fishing, surfing), the • Mobil Gas Station Port ……… Ph. 66 31 24 • Post Office ………………………… Ph. 68 82 70 • Mobil Gas Station …………… Ph. 68 81 41 Toamaro islets (snorkeling), the Nao • Shell Gas Station Tapioi Marina Ph. 66 32 32 • Hawaiki Nui Hôtel (rest., bar) …… Ph. 60 05 00 • Total Gas Station ……………… Ph. 68 80 54 Nao islets (nice beach, diving), Opoa • Opoa Beach Hôtel ……………… Ph. 66 19 87 • Tourism Office …………………… Ph. 68 78 81 bay (wharf near the archaeological site [email protected] Taputapuatea), and Faaroa (going up • Port and marinas – VHF: 12 / 16 • Port Officer – VHF 12 Ph. 68 82 11•74 23 48 river). • Port Officer ……………………… Ph. 66 31 52 • Air Tahiti ……………… Ph. 68 77 02•60 62 60 • Apooiti Marina …………………… Ph. 66 12 20 • Bank of Polynesia, agency Fare …Ph. 60 63 51 Don’t miss it Hike up to Mount Tapioi; [email protected] • Bank of Tahiti, agency Fare ……… Ph. 68 82 46 dive the Nordby wreck; visit the great • Moorings-Sunsail – VHF 68 ……… Ph. 66 35 95 • Te Tiare Beach Resort Hotel ……… Ph. 60 60 50 Marae of Taputapuatea, sail up the Faaroa • Tahiti Yacht Charter – VHF 69 …… Ph. 66 18 80 • Huahine Lagoon (Jean-Luc) ……… Ph. 68 70 00 River and visit its botanical gardens… • Dream Yacht Charter ……………… Ph. 66 18 80 • Pacifique Art (Teva) …………… Ph. 68 70 09 From archipelago to archipelago V Leeward islands 21 The marae Taputapuatea Taha’a port of entry in Raiatea Latitude 16°/18° South Anchorages: in the lagoon, you can sail all Longitude 149°/153° West “This marae is the father of all other around the vanilla island, it’s a wonderful sacred sites. tour. Distance from Tahiti to Raiatea 120 MN Area 535 km2 It’s composed of different lithical Preferred anchorages are in Tapuamu bay Main town Uturoa à Raiatea structures made out of coral blocks (sheltered from the south-east wind with a that were taken right on the reef dock and a gas station, water and grocery The 5 main islands with fire burning big pieces of coral shop…); in Vaitoare (village and wharf); in Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora Bora and Maupiti making them blow up. Theses Haamene Bay (moorings at Hibiscus Yacht structures are essentially made of Club or in front of the village at the end of Level of navigation easy different platforms and are disposed the bay – pharmacy, post office and shops; (see page 8) on over 300 yard, facing Te Ava Mo’a moorings at Motu Pearl Village in Faaaha channel. From there were arriving all (restaurant, pearl farm, activities); in motu island of the Pacific abroad canoes... Visitors coming to assist to the great Toahotu, Mahaea, Tehotu, Tautau; Tiva Bora Bora ceremonies that were occurring. (dock, water supply, groceries, restaurant); Anchorages: you access to the “Pearl of Historically, Taputapuatea was Apu bay (south point, the Taravana Yacht the Pacific” through the only channel the center of religious and politic Club, marina dock, pier, anchorage, in Teavanui (up north-west), direction power of all Polynesia when the first electricity, laundry room, bathrooms, Vaitape docks, quick docking possible (gas Europeans arrived. Then happened Internet, bar-restaurant). stations, marina, water, shops, medical the exile to , New-Zealand, Don’t miss it Visit the “vanilla house” care, restaurants…). that constitute the with Moeata & Brian (free tour); excursion The amazing Bora Bora Yacht Club and its Polynesian triangle. We date this back with Vanilla tours; visit the Hibiscus 15 anchorage spots close to Farepiti point to the XVIIth century. What ever you foundation for turtles, then an evening (anchorage, water, ice, laundry room, interest with ancient building, you party at Taravana Yacht Club… bathrooms, Internet), is the only fresh can only be amazed by the size of this site. • Town Hall Patio …………………… Ph. 60 80 80 water refill spot. We suggest refilling in Let’s mention the presence of a • Gendarmerie …………………… Ph. 60 81 05 Raiatea or Taha’a. • Fire station ……………………… Ph. 65 61 00 sacred stoned loaded of mana – Best anchorages are located close to spiritual power – called Mata Rahi (the • Medical/dental centre, Patio “Pointe Raititi,” the north part of Motu large eye), different tikis, a shooting (tuesdays-fridays) ………………… Ph. 65 63 31 To’opua (many artifacts from the ancient platforms, a 9ft monolithic stone • Medical/dental centre, Haamene god Hiro); Faanui Bay (petroglyphs, called Tepapateaiatu’ia. It marks the (mondays only) …………………… Ph. 65 67 51 marae); the Teveiroa Motu and south, place where nobles were getting • Pharmacy, Haamene …………… Ph. 60 86 08 Motu Mute. the symbolic red belt, the maro’ura, • Bank Socredo, agency Patio ……… Ph. 60 80 10 to be named king or queen during • Bank of Tahiti, agency Tahaa …… Ph. 65 63 14 The channel between the motu are not ceremonials...”. • Tourist Information ……………… Ph. 60 81 66 navigable for ships that have more than 8ft • Vanilla Valley (Moeata & Brian) … … Ph. 65 74 89 draft. Motu (Lagoonarium), Taurere Bay, close to Motu Piti Uu Uta and Piti Uu • Taravana Yacht Club – VHF: 68 …… Ph. 65 61 01 In « L’Archipel de la Société. • Hibiscus Hotel – VHF 68 ………… Ph. 65 61 06 Tai are great anchorage spots. Tahiti et ses îles », • Motu Pearl Village – VHF 8 ……… Ph. 65 66 67 The great Bloody Mary’s Restaurant also guide by Emmanuel and Aïu Deschamps offers anchorage. Editions Le Motu. Don’t miss it The Marine Museum; snorkelling in the famous lagoon; Paul Maupiti Emile Victor’s motu; the arrival of the race Hawaiiki Nui Va’a (in Nov.) at Pointe Anchorages: Maupiti’s charms can be Matira; the traditional Heiva (in July) in discovered going through the Onoiau the center of Vaitape; or for the bravest Channel in the south (cross channel early hike, up to Otemanu mountain… morning up to noon, but avoid in case of big south swells). • Bora Bora Town Hall …………… Ph. 60 58 00 • Gendarmerie ……………………… Ph. 60 59 05 It will bring you into the lagoon which is • Town Police ……………………… Ph. 67 70 41 suitable only for shallow hulls, and close • Infirmary, Vaitape ………………… Ph. 67 70 77 to the village (water, limited amounts of • Dental centre, Vaitape …………… Ph. 67 70 61 gas at Electra). The Island has one dock • Pharmacy ………………………… Ph. 67 70 30 in the south of Pointe Patito and 200 • Tourism Office …………………… Ph. 67 76 36 yards east, a wharf (Pauma). But the best [email protected] anchorage spot is close to the Motu Tiapaa • Air Tahiti, agency de Vaitape …… Ph. 60 53 53 and Pitihahei. • Total Gas Station ……………… Ph. 67 75 22 Don’t miss it Visit the marae; swim • Bora Bora Yacht Club – VHF 69 …Ph. 67 77 77 between the points of Puoro’o and Tereia • Bloody Mary’s …………………… Ph. 67 72 86 that end in a shallow area called the Baby Shark Trail… • Maupiti Town Hall/Tourism Office Ph. 60 15 56 • Doctors …………………………… Ph. 60 15 70 • Infirmary…………………………… Ph. 67 80 18 • Air Tahiti …………………………… Ph. 67 80 20 V From archipelago to archipelago 22 Windward islands: Tahiti

Tahiti port of entry restaurants, art galleries, and all the other attractions of the capital… In this vicinity, Latitude 17°/18° South Anchorages: Because Tahiti is actually you’ll also find many maritime suppliers Longitude 149°/150° West made up of two islands connected by an and workshops where marine equipment Tahiti and Moorea are the most isthmus, we talk about it as two parts, can be purchased or repaired. A fuel populated islands of French Polynesia. Tahiti Nui (the larger part) and Tahiti Iti (the dock is nearby (close to the ferry docks); Regardless of their growing devel- smaller part, or peninsula). your gas bottles can be refilled at Gaz de opment, they are magnificent islands, Papeete the capital (with modern urban Tahiti in Motu Uta. Note, however, that in which must not be neglected. infrastructure as well as authentic cultural order to purchase more than 1,000 liters areas – don’t miss the market place, the (250 gallons) you will need to go to the Area 1200 km2 Poafai gardens, the Queen’s bath tubes Fare Ute Gas Docks. Main towns etc.); the smaller portion, or peninsula, Outside of Papeete, two other marine Papeete, Faa’a and Pirae in Tahiti. is located in the south and contains a facilities are accessible to visitors: Marina Papeete is the French Polynesia capital number of worthwhile archaeological sites. Taina at Punaauia, with berths and city. The public docks in Papeete are accessed quays which can accommodate vessels Windward islands through its channel (this can be dangerous of unlimited size. Facilities include: Tahiti, Moorea, Tetiaroa et Maiao with a north, north-west swell running). telephone, electricity, restaurants, fuel Level of navigation easy Pass through the Taunoa Channel with dock and supermarket. (see page 8) its fishing docks. You must contact the The second is the Tahiti Yacht Club at harbour master before you enter the port (> Arue. Berthing is available for boats up page 8). to 45ft. Anchorage space available also There are many festive events all year long You will need his authorization before (please kindly book in advance), as well as in Papeete and in other areas of Tahiti (and crossing the airport channel, especially for a fuel dock, restaurant and sailing school. Moorea). For further information, please boats drawing more than 18 ft of water. You will find berthing and mooring areas contact the GIE Tahiti Tourisme. Yachts need to fly a yellow flag and their all around Tahiti: Some annual highlights are: (> page 31) captains must go ashore and see the port, • Going around the west coast of the the Heiva during July (a cultural festival customs and immigration authorities bigger island: Outumaoro (piers and with dances, chants, traditional sports, within 48 hours of arrival. various services on land, long stays handicrafts); The FIFO, (International Yachts are welcome at the Yacht and Bounty are forbidden),Vaitupa (dock, wa- festival of Oceanian movies) in February; Quays (cf. Papeete Port maps in central ter, safe location), Venus Point (not the Billabong Pro Surf Contest on the pages) in the town center (individual berths, famous waves at Teahupoo in August; mooring rings, water, electricity, security useable when winds from north to southwest) and motu Aau. Tatoonesia, a tattoo art festival in gates, night watchkeeping from April to November… • Along the peninsula: Nansouty islet, September, administration formalities). During the sailing season, the Tahitian anchorage “la Boudeuse”, or anchor- The construction of a “House of Yachting” Sailing Federation organizes several age “Bougainville” (where Bougain- including toilets, showers and laundry is different events. The amazing Tahiti Pearl expected in 2011-2012. ville anchored); Faratea docks in Regatta (in Leeward Islands in early June) From this downtown location you Taravao (docks, fresh water, fuel, gro- and the Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendezvous can enjoy movie theaters, shopping, cery store); Tautira (village with water, are famous sailing events (open to both fuel, grocery stores, a river which local and visiting sailors at the end of June). can be explored) and its lagoon, the anchorage is located at the south end, down the Aiurua River, basin of Vaiau • Port Autonome de Papeete ……… Ph. 47 48 00 Finding Diesel (excursions to caves, and famous surf • PAP, emergency line ……………… Ph. 42 12 12 • In Tahiti spot called Teahupoo); Vairao docks • Harbour Control Station ………… Ph. 47 48 50 - Papeete: (water, fuel dock, bathroom, shops…); [email protected] – VHF: 12 / 16 • BLU: 2638 Khz Phaeton docks (Tahiti Nautic Center • Yachts office …………Ph. 47 48 51 • 75 61 37 on the dock, ferries quay • Immigration (PAF), marine office Ph. 42 40 74 - Marina Taina: marina, with designated docking • Customs …………………………… Ph. 50 55 50 Total gas station spots, workshops, chandlery, laundry • Sanitary information ……………… Ph. 54 45 85 - Tahiti Yacht Club in Arue: room, bathrooms, fuel docks, diving • Harbour Master’s office ………… Ph. 47 48 82 Shell gas station club). • Harbour Police …………………… Ph. 54 19 52 - Hitia’a: • Going along this big island to the east • Gendarmerie, Papeete …………… Ph. 46 73 67 gas station next to small dock you’ll find anchorages at Motuovini • Gendarmerie, Taravao …………… Ph. 54 73 05 - Taravao: and Puuru islets in Papeari lagoon, • Marine Gendarmerie …………… Ph. 46 52 95 • Nautic Squad ……………………… Ph. 80 37 00 in town 1 Km from Faratea docks Mataiea Bay, and Atimaono anchorage. • Taaone hospital …………………… Ph. 46 62 62 - Mataiea: • Ambulance (SMUR) …………………… Ph. 15 Don’t miss it There are many different nearby Tehoro dock • Paofai private hospital …………… Ph. 46 18 90 cultural activities in Tahiti (Tahiti museum, • Cardella private hospital ………… Ph. 46 04 25 • In Moorea House of Culture in Papeete, James • Taravao hospital ………………… Ph. 57 76 76 - Paopao: Norman Hall’s house). • Dental center ……………………… Ph. 54 95 54 Also, sports (surf, hikes, va’a), places to Mobil gas station in Cook Bay • GIE Tahiti Tourism ………………… Ph. 50 57 12 relax (spas, beaches, cinemas, theatre, - Vaiare: [email protected] concerts…), and a wide variety of places Mobil gas station (on land) • Papeete Town Hall ……………… Ph. 41 57 00 to dine. • Air Tahiti booking ………………… Ph. 86 42 42 Check out the “roulottes” on Vaiate Place, • Gaz de Tahiti (gas bottle refill) …… Ph. 50 84 00 close to docks. • Fluid - Club de Plongée ………… Ph. 85 41 46 From archipelago to archipelago V Windward islands: Moorea… 23 The Marinas of Tahiti There are 4 full-service marinas in Moorea port of entry • Town Hall Moorea ……………… Ph. 55 04 55 Tahiti, each well located with complete • Vaiare harbour – VHF: 12 ………… Ph. 56 26 97 equipment and professional facilities: Anchorages: We call Moorea the “sister • Marina Vaiare …………………… Ph. 56 45 58 island” because of its close proximity to • Gendarmerie ……………………… Ph. 55 25 05 • The Yacht Quay in Papeete offers Tahiti. • Town police, Afareaitu …………… Ph. 56 36 36 50 berths, water, electricity, safety gates, Moorea is accessible from two different • Fire station, Paopao ……………… Ph. 56 20 18 night security guarding during the high channels. To the east, the channel • Hospital, Afareaitu ……………… Ph. 56 24 24 season (from April till September). A “house between the two islands is subject • Pharmacy, Maarepa ……………… Ph. 55 20 75 of Yachting” is expected in 2011-2012 with to crossing swells from the east and • Pharmacy, Haapiti ………………… Ph. 56 38 37 sanitary facilities, showers and laundry. No reservation is required, just berth and south, making it choppy. Plus, it is also • Dental centre ……………………… Ph. 55 22 29 advise the Yachts Office of your arrival, frequently used by local ferries and cargo • Tourism Office …………………… Ph. 56 29 09 www.gomoorea.com • [email protected] berth and intended length of stay. Be ships. The main channel will bring you careful: the eastern quay is usually kept for to the docks in Vaiare (facilities include a local charters while the western quay is for marina, fresh water, electricity, laundry, Tetiaroa: This is a wonderful place. bigger ships. Just before your departure, bathrooms, ATM, fuel dock, restaurants, Historically, it was the royal family’s before you start your engine, you will be hospital, supermarket). Safe access can residence. Then in 1966 the atoll became asked to shake your stern mooring pendant also be made through the north and Marlon Brando’s property. Even though to be sure it is not wrapped around your northwest Channels. it still belongs to his family, its lagoon is prop. Be careful!: Moorea has a PGEM – Yachts Office Ph. 47 48 51 in the public domain and is accessible to Marine Management Plan (> page 9) [email protected] sailors. – that regulates the use of lagoon space Access thru the tiny channel at the east, and its resources. Check the PGEM map, • The Tahiti Yacht club is located in Arue, only on clear days (no large, deep draft which shows the protected lagoon areas PK 4 accessible from the Arue’s and vessels). Anchor toward the south end the different fishing zones. In the lagoon Taunoa’s channels (Pirae). Berthing is close to motu Rimatuu (avoid anchorage available for up to 160 boats on and protected areas speed is limited to during south wind). You can go by dinghy 25 moorings and 4 piers. Amenities 5 knots. to other motu. include: fresh water, electricity, bathrooms, Authorized anchorages are: Warning!: Tetiaroa is a protected area laundry room, gas station, bar, snack, • In Cooks Bay: Mobil gas station with a (nesting area for various bird species and sailing school and diving centre. pier (facilities include: water, fuel, gro- turtles). It’s forbidden to fish along the reef. Contact Ph. 42 78 03; ceries, restaurants, shops, gendarmerie, VHF: 06 [email protected]. pharmacy). • In Opunohu Bay: a wild and beautiful • Taina Marina located in Punaauia, PK 9,5, place. Don’t miss the excursion up to accessible from the Taapuna Channel and the Belvedere for an exceptional view of the Papeete Channel. Berthing for up to the two bays (Also available: horseback 500 boats. Amenities include: fresh water, riding, excursions, marae...). But watch electricity, bathrooms, laundry room, fuel out: boats are not allowed in the inner- dock, bars and restaurant, workshop with most part of the bay! professional craftsmen and also 2 dive centers. This facility is equipped to berth • In front of Pao Pao pharmacy, in front of very large yachts. Mareto beach (Entry via Opunohu Bay) Contact Ph. 41 02 25 in front of Teavaro’s Town Hall. Maiao VHF: 09 [email protected] • The little dock of Papetoai allows a short At 75 km east of Moorea, it’s a little stop (dock, grocery store, post office, a paradise where unfortunately, sailors and • The Tahiti nautic center, is in Taravao’s famous Octogonal temple, the oldest non-residents are not welcomed. No hotel, marina, located in Phaeton Bay. Accessible in Polynesia). no restaurants. Channels are not deep from the Tapuaeraha Channel. Up to 20 boats can be accommodated on the Don’t miss it The show at Tiki Village; enough for large vessels. dock and in the anchorage. Amenities the sacred carvings from Tihoti facing the Permission to anchor in the lagoon must include: fresh water, electricity, bathrooms, Papetoai temple; a visit to the tropical be obtained from the Town Hall and visits laundry rooms, fuel dock, restaurants, plantation at the agriculture high-school; without a specific purpose are not recom- sailing club, specialized work shops. the archeological site of Titiroa; Church mended (forbidden for more than a day). Contact Ph. 54 76 16 called “Saint famille”; the motu Moea and ao Town Hall Ph. 56 02 55 [email protected] Fare One… • Health centre ……………………… Ph. 56 02 50 VI Directory 24 Nautical resources

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Construction & repair Shipyards Raiatea Carénage Services 60 05 45 15 VBP Visserie Polynésienne 83 43 10 [email protected] Fax 60 05 46 Screws, chandlery, fixing, drilling, marine stainless steel (A2 TAHITI Papeete area www.raiatea.com/carenage and A4), brass… Travelift: 25t. Hauling capacity: 120t. Sail and cover repair, 16 Vongues Emile & fils 50 93 00 1 Api Yachting 42 18 10 • 73 25 74 spare parts, fiberglass, steel – stainless steel, aluminum, car- Ship chandlery pentry, welding, antifouling/bottom and hull paint, varnish, [email protected] sanding, engine repair, electricity, gas, refrigeration, watch Sails fabrication and repair – Upholstery: taurpaulins, keeping, salvage and recovery… covers, cushions – spars: stainless steel and other cables, TAHITI Taravao area engine repair, bottom paint. TUAMOTU 8 Nautisport 50 59 59 Boat Maintenance & Services 74 95 60 Nautical and electronic supplies [email protected] Apataki Carénage 72 78 13 Electricity, spars, engine repair, epoxy & polyester. [email protected] Nicolas 28 46 23 hauling capacity up to 20 tons [email protected] • www.flexiteek.com 2 CCISM – Dock Flottant 47 27 17 Flexiteek decks and carpentry [email protected] Chandlery, sail maker, 3 800-ton floating docks, maximum length 135 m from keel, Phaéton Voiles 57 66 07 maximum length 150 m perpendicular, maximum draught: 5.8 m plumbing, carpentry [email protected] Sail maker Fuller Christian 48 36 01 • 79 06 06 and other supplies Polyester repair, composite, paint. Polyform Teahupoo 57 96 21 TAHITI Papeete area Chandlery / polyester 3 GMS General Maintenance Serv. 50 37 00 Aline Sport 42 97 11 Woodwork 71 51 02 Patrick Lecler 71 84 18 Chandlery Carpentry [email protected] Boat maintenance: electricity, electronic, engine, polyester, Api Yachting 42 18 10 • 73 25 74 spars, chandlery, sails, paint & varnish. Chandlery RAIATEA 4 Polynésie Marine 58 47 47 7 Cetel 43 89 99 Avei’a 66 14 04 [email protected] Electronic, radio VHF HF SSB, antennas, guaranty work Sail/upholstery Polyester, carpentry, metal, boat renovation and mainte- Chimecal 42 69 51 Cathy Yacht Services 75 71 20 nance, interior and deck repair… Foam fabrication and cut, mattresses [email protected] 5 Port de Papeete 54 18 52 Fuller Christian 48 36 01 • 79 06 06 Interior boat care during owner’s leave [email protected] Carpentry Hauling up to 800 tons Raiatea Express 60 23 23 8 Nautisport 50 59 59 Chandlery and supplies, Volvo penta and Yamaha engines Promarine 75 78 56 Nautical and electronic supplies... Raiatea Marine 60 00 46 [email protected] 9 General maintenance ocean 2000 Marine 83 83 93 [email protected] Fax 66 28 41 [email protected] Marine maintenance, chandlery, polyester, epoxy, electronic, 6 Technimarine 43 02 22 Chandlery, engines, filters, propellers, plumbing supplies, gas and diesel engine repair… hoses, antifouling… [email protected] • www.technimarine.pf Nautisport 66 35 83 Travelift: 70, 75 and 300 tons, Construction and repair 10 shipyard, bottom paint and maintenance Plomberium 50 04 44 [email protected] • www.nautisport.pf [email protected] Garmin - Simrad - Navico: sail and repair, GPS, depth Plumbing shop sounder, radio VHF SSB, radar etc. ship chandlery, electronic TAHITI Taravao area supplies… sail roller furling, cables, spars, windlass, ropes… Quincaillerie Hugues 43 04 55 Nautisport Industries 54 76 30 [email protected] Plomberium 66 24 71 [email protected] Plumbing shop Hardware shop, stainless steel nuts and bolts, fishing gears www.nautisportindustries.com Polynésie Marine 58 47 47 Marine construction, repair and aluminum welding. 11 Polybois 50 83 50 Marine plywood, plywood, waterproof cedar, all types of [email protected] Tahiti Nautic Center 54 76 16 • 74 85 60 wood (teak, mahogany…), marine varnish Tohatsu outboard engines, Kipor and Honda portable and [email protected] - www.nautisport.pf soundproof power generators, fishing gears… Various repairs - Marina, wintering, marine shipyard, bottom Polyfix 50 01 80 paint (14 tons & 30 tons tugs), ship chandlery, engine repair [email protected] Screws, stainless steel A4 marine nuts and bolts, cleaning Power RAIATEA products, security clothes and shoes, raincoats, Mirka & Abralon sandpaper for plastic and wood hulls TAHITI Alunox Marine 66 46 30 12 Sin Tung Hing Marine 54 94 54 [email protected] 17 Assystem Polynésie 54 94 70 [email protected] Batteries, GPS, iridium… Welding shop, all types of aluminum up to 25’, aluminum Ship chandlery, engines, tenders, paint… and stainless steel structures 18 Autochic 43 97 27 Chantier naval des îles (CNI) 66 10 10 Sin Tung Hing Marina Taina 82 78 00 [email protected] [email protected] Fax 66 49 87 Starting and service batteries, maintenance products, oil, 13 Siou Lee 42 80 22 plumbing… www.raiateamarine.com VHF 72 Hardware Hauling capacity: 25t. Polyester, epoxy, composite, engine 19 Chanson Import 42 57 40 repair, electricity, electronic, bottom paint, osmosis repair, Soc. Polynés. de Miroiterie 43 64 60 [email protected] solar and wind generator repair, life raft certification, [email protected] Solar panels, battery regulators, wind generators Mercury engine Clear and colored Plexiglas cut, mirror Plexiglas 26 Gaz de Tahiti 50 84 00 Marinalu 66 25 04 14 Tropic Froid 43 29 84 Gas bottle refill [email protected] Refrigeration equipment sail and repair All types of aluminum boats from 20’ to 70’ Directory VI 25

o Limpide 74 68 01 NANNI DIESEL [email protected] Sopom 42 99 69 Shipping agencies Spectra desalination units PLASTIMo Nuku Hiva Yacht services 92 07 50 [email protected] PSA/Mahana ora Batteries 42 47 22 Sin Tung Hing Marine 54 94 54 Batteries Pacific Horizon 72 72 85 20 Tahiti Piles et Lumières 43 83 70 SUZUKI [email protected] Small batteries, service batteries, lamp bulbs… Nautisport Papeete / Taravao 50 59 59 Nautisport Raiatea 66 35 83 Polynesia Yacht Services 77 12 30 21 Technopro 82 94 98 Tahiti Nautic Center Taravao 54 76 16 [email protected] [email protected] Electric equipment and Unisolar solar panels. ToHATSU Tahiti océan 42 80 31 [email protected] 22 Tenesol Polynésie 54 85 85 Océan 2000 Marine 83 83 93 [email protected] • www.tenesol.com Polynésie Marine 58 47 47 Tahiti Yacht Agent 50 39 00 Solar panels, batteries, regulators, wind generators… Vanfau 43 80 62 [email protected] VoLVo - PENTA Tahiti Yacht Services 85 52 85 Fishing and diving gears Chantier naval du Pacifique sud 50 63 90 [email protected] TAHITI Nautisport Papeete / Taravao 50 59 59 Nautisport Raiatea 66 35 83 Consular representations Magasin Tavita 42 99 71 Raiatea Express 60 23 23 in tahiti [email protected] Tahiti Nautic Center Taravao 54 76 16 Fishing gears, stainless steel nuts and bolts United State 42 65 35 YAMAHA M. KOZELY [email protected] Nautisport 50 59 59 Chantier naval des îles (CNI) 66 10 10 fishing and diving gears Canada, Australia 46 88 53 Raiatea Express 60 23 23 M. SIU [email protected] Tahiti Plongée 41 00 62 UtuYanmar Chile 43 04 81 RAIATEA Sin Tung Hing Marine 54 94 54 Mme Divin de Navarro Havai’i Sport 60 25 20 Divers • TOUTES MARQUES China 45 61 79 Siving gears Api Yachting 42 18 10 • 73 25 74 M. CHANG Technimarine 43 02 22 Nautisport 66 35 83 Korea 43 64 75 M. BAUDRY [email protected] Polynésie Marine 58 47 47 Various services Japan 45 45 45 [email protected] M. FAUGERAT Tohatsu outboard engines, Kipor and Honda portable and 46 03 03 soundproof power generators, fishing gears… www.airtahitinui.com Germany 77 71 00 M. FLACH marine engines (by brand) Boat Maintenance et services 74 95 60 [email protected] ostrich, Liechtenstein, Switzerland 43 91 14 APEX Watch keeping, transport, provisioning. M. MAETZ [email protected] Sin Tung Hing Marine 54 94 54 Fluid 79 02 05 Belgium 50 65 65 BAUDoUIN [email protected] M. RAYNAL Hull submarine cleaning for all boats, and private dive guide Sopom 42 99 69 Denmark 54 04 54 Sopomeca 45 10 55 Hertz Rent a car Tahiti 42 04 71 Me Marie-José LEOU CATERPILLAR [email protected] Spain 77 85 40 Car rental. Tahiti, Raiatea, Moorea… M. LAO Sodiva 50 87 00 CUMMINGS MARINE Computing/internet Finland 53 43 50 Océan 2000 Marine 83 83 93 M. FOURCADE, Sopomeca 45 10 55 Iaoranet 20 14 86 United Kingdom 70 63 82 www.iaoranet.pf M. ALLAIN, EVINRUDE - JoHNSoN Computer installation, maintenance and repair, laptop and desktop, networking. On board computers, navigation Italia 43 45 01 Nautisport Papeete / Taravao 50 59 59 software, NMEA networks Nautisport Raiatea 66 35 83 Mme GROLLI [email protected] Tahiti Nautic Center Taravao 54 76 16 Hotspot 71 96 57 Norway 42 89 72 [email protected] Mme SIU [email protected] MARINER Vongues Emile & fils 50 93 00 Manaspot Netherland 78 13 99 www.manaspot.pf M. DEN BREEJEN MERCRUISER Sweden 47 54 75 Sopomeca 45 10 55 Services express internationaux M. SOLARI [email protected] MERCURY DHL 80 31 80 Israel 42 41 00 Polyform 57 96 21 M. COHEN SOLAL Raiatea Marine 60 00 46 Fed Ex (Global Air Cargo) 45 36 45 New-Zeland 54 07 40 Sin Tung Hing Marine 54 94 54 UPS (J.A. Kowan & Fils) 54 57 00 Mme BOLE Chantier naval des îles (CNI) 66 10 10

Nautical life VII 27 Underwater: a fascinating new world to explore!

French Polynesia is definitely an exceptional destination for both snorkelling and diving because of the clear waters of its turquoise lagoon, which have a wealth of more than 800 marine species.

The dive sites are ideal for all divers of Water temperature in French Polynesia coveted, and therefore more threatened. all levels. Diving clubs can be found on varies between 26 to 30° C the whole The website of the fishery office (www. most of the islands (PADI, CNMASS). year round. peche.pf) is quite detailed, containing The most renowned sites are located in a great deal of information about the Leeward and Tuamotu islands. Fishing, underwater fauna Raiatea with her Nordby wreck, Rangiroa a Polynesian passion with her many pass and shark nurseries, Some fishing techniques Manihi and Tikehau with their splendid Both the offshore waters and Polynesian manta rays etc… will all bring you lagoons are ideally suited to all sorts Fishing has always been a favourite unforgettable diving memories. of fishing. But the entire territory is activity in Polynesia. That is why If you prefer to scuba dive, as soon as regulated in order to protect fishery techniques and baits have been specially you dive beneath the surface you’ll resources. adapted for catching specific types of fish begin to appreciate the beauty and or crustaceans. transparency of Polynesian seabeds. An ocean and lagoons You’ll see multicolored coral and fish, with incredible richness Here a some examples: harmless black tip reef sharks, the • Line fishing is very popular. Do magnificient sight of spotted eagle rays From the pearl of Tahiti, with the not hesitate to drag a fishing line gracefully circling in Bora Bora. You can magnificent range of colours that made during your crossing between the swim with the tortoises in Tahaa’s lagoon it famous, to the mother-of-pearl and islands; mahi mahi, wahoo, albacore or feel the light touch of the manta rays mother-of-pearl oyster that the Polynesian and yellow fin tuna are numerous. in Tikehau. artists and craftsmen fashion into artwork, In each archipelago, you can In the Austral islands, which are less you can admire a wide range of sea life contact charter companies that offer visited than other archipelagos, you’ll in both the lagoons and deeper waters excursions to go fishing, including have the possibility of observing offshore. Fish, crustaceans and other catching sailfish. humpback whales during August and sea creatures are part of the traditional • Harpooning on a poti marara is an November. If you can’t go there, these Polynesian diet. experience that should not be missed! incredible cetaceans also visit the islands Ask a fisherman to go with him. It is of Tahiti and Moorea, so, have your Resources to be protected a good chance to see a mahi mahi binoculars ready! and to appreciate its beautiful golden No matter if you dive or go snorkelling, The lagoons shelter very important colours. your eyes will be filled with the colorful sources of food for the local population, • The potting or fishing with a bow net natural wonders found under our but all resources are not exploited in fa’a is used to catch surgeonfishpara’i , turquoise waters. the same way. Some species are more perch to’au, or green crab ‘upa’i.

Underwater fauna schedule Consumption in French Polynesia Some good advice Most of the fish caught in French Polynesia is delicious and harmless but you must be very Tuamotu Society islands Austral Marquesas careful with some, such as Maito (surgeon fish). When preparing this fish, cut out the Jan. stinger that is at the back of its tail, which is Feb. Hammerhead very sharp. If there is blood, the fish is poiso- Sharks Eagle Rays Electra (Tikehau) Dolphins ned; if there is no blood, the fish is edible. In Mars regard to big fish, found in deep water, if you see many flies trying to land on it, your fish is Southern summer April good; likewise, give a piece of your fish to ants May ashore and if they eat it, you can do the same. Be careful of the lagoon fish that can carry ci- June Lemon & Grey Shark Black Tip guatera. The big carnivores (groupers, runners, breeding reef July barracudas) are more frequently poisoned by Sharks Manta this toxin and are generally thrown back by Rays Whales Aug. Loach Manta fishermen in risk-prone areas. Do not hesitate breeding Rays to ask the local fishermen which fish you can Southern winter Sept. Whales Whales Whales consume. Oct. Sea Perch The Polynesians know their oceans and breeding lagoons very well. They have irreplaceable Nov. knowledge and experience. Eagle Rays Electra (Tikehau) Dolphins Déc. summer Southern Southern

Nautical life VII The Tahiti Pearl Regatta 29

The Tahiti Pearl Regatta [TPR] June 2nd - 5th 2011 May 17th - 21st 2012 In the beginning, the Tahiti Pearl Regatta was just a sailing adventure between friends. But after 8 years, www.tahitipearlregatta.org.pf it has become the ultimate annual event for sailors in Polynesia, and the most important regatta in the Polynesian Pacific region. Because the Tahiti Pearl Regatta is an international event, organizers are glad to The Tahiti Pearl Regatta not only offers The TPR parties - either Polynesian style welcome competitors from transpacific participants a magnificent setting in a or dress up - have become very famous rallies such as the World ARC, the Blue warm and beautiful atmosphere, but the because every day they take place Water Rally or the Pacific Puddle Jump event has been designed to be a perfect in a different, spectacularly beautiful Rally. Thereby, all sorts of different combination of competition and post-race location, and every day there is live nationalities can meet and become friends festivities. Polynesian dancing and music. during the competition: Japanese, New It all starts with 2 whole days of Zealander, New Caledonian, American, activities in the ‘Racing Village’ in the The Regatta is opened to any type of French, German, Slovenian, Danish, heart of Uturoa, where dozens of boats sailing vessel (monohull, multihull, SY, English, Irish, Australian or even South are docked. The scene is very much rented or privately owned, locally based African. like Cannes’ famous avenue called or on a transpacific stopover...), which 2011’s edition promises a different ‘La Croisette’ where competitors and must enter one of these 3 categories: route between Raiatea and Taha’a; new local people meet to take part in many • TPR trophy (mono and multihull) races combining sailing in the channels, activities specially organized for the • Professional Challenge (company, the lagoons or deep-sea, as well as occasion. incentive) unforgettable parties. During its 4 days of racing, the Tahiti Pearl • Tahiti Pearl Challenge (super yachts) And in 2012, the route will run between the Regatta competition alternates between islands of Raiatea, Taha’a and Bora Bora. deep-sea races of 20 MN maximum each But in addition to the thrills of racing, day in the middle of the South Pacific the pleasures of sailing together is a All are more than welcome! ocean, and inshore racing withing the highlight for the international crews. It The Tahiti Pearl Regatta is organized with the captivating and colorful lagoons with should be noted that the TPR winners of support of many partners: Gie Tahiti Tourism, French Navy, Air Tahiti Nui, stops on islands or motus (islets). The 2009’s edition was Paloma Blanca, based Tahitian Yachting Federation, South Pacific format gives participants a genuine in Australia, and 2010’s winner was Management, OPT-Honotua, Sports Ministry, Air Tahiti… introduction to the Polynesian way of life Ciao, based in Slovenia. Both were on For further information, please contact and it will put them in a festive mood. transpacific cruises. [email protected] • www.tahitipearlregatta.org.pf

Nautical life VII Tahiti Moorea Sailing Rendez-vous 31

During the 3 days of the TMSRV, • Day 2: Sailing rally between Tahiti and Moorea, barbecue party on the beach Tahiti Moorea Sailing yachtsmen are our special • Day 3: Traditional Polynesian sports Rendez-vous guests. This is the annual activities (Polynesian canoe races, fruit-carriers race, stone lifting & June 24th - 26th 2011 celebration of yachting tourism coconut peeling competitions…) in Tahiti and her islands. The invitation includes the rally June 15th - 17th 2012 registration and the participation in all This event symbolises the warm festivities. Polynesian welcome given to every The only costs tdo participants are for www.tahiti-tourisme.pf sailor, whether on a transpacific route or the optional meals and berthage at the www.latitude38.com island-hopping through the archipelagos. Papeete Yacht Quay. Contact your shipping agent or send a Through its varied activities, the TMSRV message to [email protected] gives partitipants the opportunity to The TMSRV is organized by the Port Autonome On-line registration: de Papeete with its partners: Gie Tahiti discover the charm of our islands, their Tourisme, the islands of Moorea, the town www.archipelagoes.net/tmsrv warm-hearted inhabitants, and the of Papeete, Latitude 38 magazine and the following companies: Tahiti Ocean, Tahia, Hertz, richness of Polynesian culture. Tahiti Yacht Club… Friendly local atmosphere guaranteed! • Day 1: Reception and festivities at the Yacht Quay, opening cocktail party at On-site registration: Papeete Town Hall www.portdepapeeete.pf

Other nautical events The va’a races: And many more events! There always seems to be a water sports Outrigger canoe racing is the national The sailing canoe race during the Heiva event happening in French Polynesia. You sport and the Polynesians are the best in July, the commemoration of the Bounty can choose between surfing, canoe racing in the whole Pacific. There are races arrival, the whale discovery in the Austral or billfish tournaments. throughout the year. The Hawaiki Nui Va’a islands or the Society Islands, the ‘ature’ is the supreme trial with more than 200 season offers miraculous fishing… Billfish tournaments canoes on a 3 days-race between Raiatea, The Raiatea International Billfish Huahine and Bora Bora. tournament (RIBT) and the Tahiti www.hawaikinuivaa.pf International Billfish Tournament (TIBT) For additional information: are serious challenges between fishermen Surfing competitions: and big-sea fish. This fishing competition The surfing competitions held here are often www.tahiti-tourisme.com follows IGFA rules, which contribute to for professionals but surf spots are accessible the protection of the animals which live in all the rest of the year. The most renowned www.papeeteonline.com the seabed. is the Billabong Pro in Teahupo in August www.tahitiguide.com www.go-tahiti.com (dates can very from a year to another). www.fedetahitivoile.com www.hauraclub-fishing-tahiti.com www.surf.pf www.moanaevasion.pf