The Stopover Handbook in French Polynesia booklet brings together practical information and useful addresses for your stopovers in the islands that you will visit. Although each individual island differs from the next, they are all linked together by the ma’ohi culture, which is a source of inspiration, of perception and different life experiences. Experiencing this culture gives visitors a real opportunity to step into a completely different world. Welcome to these islands which are as precious and fragile as they are sparsely distributed within the vastness of the South Pacific. Welcome to the invisible continent that is the Polynesian triangle. Ia ora na Maeva e Manava. my my ARRIVAL Stay page 2 10page my stay Encart central the map 2 Marquesas 10 118 islands, 5 archipelagos Take a deep breath when you Map of Papeete and over 5 millions square arrive in the Marquesas Islands, directory of services km: A unique oceanic world that it often means having a hard to boaters: outfit- offers many unique stopovers, time leaving them. Culture, ting, sail making, rewarding encounters with local people encounters, generous mechanics, fairing, populations, and exposure to rich and colorful nature, these high miscellaneous services. cultural traditions and history. islands are the guardians and the columns while you arrive in My arrival 5 Polynesia. Obligations and formalities the Customs, Immigration, entry ports, Tuamotu 12 ©Archipelagoes tax exemption, etc. Everything The atolls in the north of the ZOOM you should not neglect for a quiet archipelago enclose lagoons stopover. with treasures of natural beauty. You’ll find deserted Practical Information anchorages that are unspoiled Emergencies and useful contacts, and truly exotic. page general information. 9 TAHITI 23 Protected The urban area where most of marine area 9 Polynesia’s services and admi- Rules of good behaviour. my nistrations are concentrated and the Peninsula which keeps an SUPERYACHTS 15 departure authentic Polynesian flavor. A totally secured destination, MOOREA 25 custom made for the largest Great for some nice escapes in yachts, with dedicated and efficient Created by ©Archipelagoes SARL. nature while staying close to services and professionals. Editors: S. Betz/S. Renard. Printed by Seripol, Tahiti, February 2016 page Tahiti. 31 Advertising & contacts: Life on land 16 [email protected] Leeward A showcase for biodiversity, Editorial board: T. Maric, S. Renard. Wintering 31 Islands 27 where visitors will encounter Design: R. Berget Wintering possibilities in the The sailors’ islands, offering many endemic species whose Translation: J. Decottignies. various archipelagos. equilibrium we must respect. Special thanks:Customs, Tahiti Tourisme, a unique nautical playground ass Te Mana o te Moana, Fred Jacq, which satisfies even the most Atuona rescue station, Heritage and My departure 33 demanding visitors due to its Marine life 21 culture service Clearance and tax exemption. diversity of tall islands including Just like on the islands and Photo credit for cover: Tor Johnson Pacific Map Raiatea and Tahaa, Bora Bora, reefs, the lagoons and the ocean Maupiti and Huahine. are ecosystems as intensively 34 populated as they are fragile. Stopover Handbook 2016/2017 FRENCH POLYNESIA GENERAL MAP Hatutaa Motu One The Protected Marine Areas have been given special protection in order to maintain their biological diversity, Eiao ecological processes, natural resources and their associated cultural values. There are various categories of Protected Marine Areas. Hatu Iti Nuku Hiva MARQUESAS The integral natural reserves The UNESCO biosphere reserve Ua Huka This label applies to the seven atolls of the township of Fakarava. Strictly protected areas mainly managed for scientific purposes Ua Pou Hohoi Bay Archipelago ACCES FORBIDDEN When you arrive, report your situation to the atoll's town hall. Hiva Oa Moorings is forbidden over the coral less than 200m from the shore The habitat /species management areas and near fish parks. Anchoring is forbidden inside the marked Tahuata Motane navigation channels and inside passes. No waste can be thrown Educationnal Protected areas mainly aimed to protect particular species marine area Fatu Hiva overboard, even biodegradable items. or habitats Hanavavae Bay (Bay of the Virgins) The protected landscapes The Rahui: ressources areas managed by the Protected area mainly aimed at safeguarding the landscape communities and/or for recreational purposes Unwritten rules are defined by the communities. In small islands, report to the townhall to find out the regulations applied regarding anchoring The regulated fishing areas and fishing. In Tahiti (Faa'a, Pirae, Arue - Tetiaroa included-, Mahina) and Tatakoto : fishing is forbidden or limited, especially fishing with a net. Disapp oint me nt The PGEM areas Is Tepoto la In Moorea and in the seven townships of Fakarava, the PGEM regulates n Manihi nord ds fishing and mooring areas (interdiction indicated by yellow buoys) Ahe Takaroa Napuka Pukapuka Fairing Rangiroa Takapoto Mataiva TUAMOTU Archipelago Tikehau Apataki Entry formalities SOCIETY Archipelago Arutua Aratika Motu One Makatea Toau Takume Fangatau Marina Kaukura Kauehi Fakahina Tupai Niau Taenga Raroia Maupiti Raraka Katiu Makemo Fuel Manuae Motu Tapu Tahaa Fakarava L Bora Bora Tuanake Nihiru e Huahine Rekareka e Faaite Tepoto Hiti Hospital or medical care w Tetiaroa sud Maupihaa a s Tahanea r Raiatea nd Marutea Tatakoto d Isla Anaa Motutunga Tekokota Tauere I s ward Bank l a n Wind Venus Point d s Haraiki Moorea Tahiti Hikueru Amanu Taharaa Te Pari Maiao Mehetia Reitoru Shopping Hao Pukarua Marokau Reao Akiaki Nengonengo Nukutavake Paraoa Vairaatea Tavana Manuhangi Duke of Gl Pinaki ouce Ahunui ste r Hereheretue Isl an d s Anuanuraro Anuanurunga Vanavana Tureia Maria Nukutepipi Vahanga Tenararo Marutea sud Tenarunga Tematangi Matureivavoa Rurutu Moruroa Rimatara Maria est Fangataufa Tubuai Mangareva Morane Rikitea AUSTRAL Archipelago Taravai Akamaru Temoe Raivavae GAMBIER Archipelago Rapa Marotiri Ne pas utiliser pour la navigation • carte réalisée avec le concours de l’Agence des Aires Marines Protégées. FRENCH POLYNESIA GENERAL MAP Hatutaa Motu One The Protected Marine Areas have been given special protection in order to maintain their biological diversity, Eiao ecological processes, natural resources and their associated cultural values. There are various categories of Protected Marine Areas. Hatu Iti Nuku Hiva MARQUESAS The integral natural reserves The UNESCO biosphere reserve Ua Huka This label applies to the seven atolls of the township of Fakarava. Strictly protected areas mainly managed for scientific purposes Ua Pou Hohoi Bay Archipelago ACCES FORBIDDEN When you arrive, report your situation to the atoll's town hall. Hiva Oa Moorings is forbidden over the coral less than 200m from the shore The habitat /species management areas and near fish parks. Anchoring is forbidden inside the marked Tahuata Motane navigation channels and inside passes. No waste can be thrown Educationnal Protected areas mainly aimed to protect particular species marine area Fatu Hiva overboard, even biodegradable items. or habitats Hanavavae Bay (Bay of the Virgins) The protected landscapes The Rahui: ressources areas managed by the Protected area mainly aimed at safeguarding the landscape communities and/or for recreational purposes Unwritten rules are defined by the communities. In small islands, report to the townhall to find out the regulations applied regarding anchoring The regulated fishing areas and fishing. In Tahiti (Faa'a, Pirae, Arue - Tetiaroa included-, Mahina) and Tatakoto : fishing is forbidden or limited, especially fishing with a net. Disappo intm en The PGEM areas t I Tepoto sl an In Moorea and in the seven townships of Fakarava, the PGEM regulates Manihi nord d s my arrival fishing and mooring areas (interdiction indicated by yellow buoys) Ahe Takaroa Napuka Pukapuka Fairing Rangiroa Takapoto Mataiva TUAMOTU Archipelago 3 Tikehau Apataki Entry formalities SOCIETY Archipelago Arutua Aratika Motu One Makatea Toau Takume Fangatau Marina Kaukura Kauehi Fakahina Tupai Niau Taenga Raroia Maupiti Raraka Katiu Makemo Fuel Manuae Motu Tapu Tahaa Fakarava L Bora Bora Tuanake Nihiru the map e Huahine Rekareka e Faaite Tepoto Hiti Hospital or medical care w Tetiaroa sud Maupihaa a s Tahanea r Raiatea nd Marutea Tatakoto d Isla Anaa Motutunga Tekokota Tauere I s ward Bank l a n Wind Venus Point d s Haraiki Moorea Tahiti Hikueru Amanu Taharaa Te Pari Maiao Mehetia Reitoru Shopping Hao Pukarua Marokau Reao Akiaki Nengonengo Nukutavake Paraoa Vairaatea Tavana Manuhangi Duke of Gl Pinaki ouce Ahunui ste r Hereheretue Isl an d s Anuanuraro Anuanurunga Vanavana Tureia Maria Nukutepipi Vahanga Tenararo Marutea sud Tenarunga Tematangi Matureivavoa Rurutu Moruroa Rimatara Maria est Fangataufa Tubuai Mangareva Morane Rikitea AUSTRAL Archipelago Taravai Akamaru Temoe Raivavae GAMBIER Archipelago Rapa Marotiri Procedures and approaches WHERE? WHEN? HOW? upon arrival where to start? ENTRY PORTS IMMIGRATION CUSTOMS HARBOR MASTER 13 entry ports in French Polynesia (Border police / PAF) The formalities and verification of OF PAPEETE’S The entry formalities must be Formalities to be done at the office your situation are to be done upon completed in Nuku Hiva, Ua Pou, Hiva of PAF in Faa’a (Tahiti faa’a Airport) arrival. If you enter through the AUTONOMOUS PORT Oa, Tubuai, Rurutu, Raivavae, Rangiroa, if you enter through Tahiti or port of Papeete, go to Papeete’s tel. : 40 47 48 81 - VHF 12/16 Mangareva, Moorea, Raiatea, Huahine, Moorea. Otherwise, to be done at the Customs Office. Otherwise, go to the Motu Uta, Papeete Bora Bora and Tahiti. gendarmerie of your port of entry. gendarmerie of your entry port. traffi[email protected] Vessels must fly the yellow flag Note that if you make a change of until the formalities are completed crew during your stay, you must The Customs form, which is given to CUSTOMS (immigration, customs, phytosanitary) declare it to the PAF in Faa’a. you when you arrive must be filled DEPARTMENT my arrival and the courtesy flag. out and mailed to “Direction des Ph : 40 505 587 / 40 505 567 Each crewmember must present Douanes” de Papeete within 24h.