Tahiti & The Tuamotu Islands
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We need some important information prior to your trip. This information will include your flight details which we need for your transfer. Please fill in this information as soon as possible.
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Arrival Details
Arrive to Los Angeles, USA - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - time of departure from LAX to Faa'a International Airport Ratmalana (PPT) 10:55 PM.
Departure Details
Depart from Los Angeles, USA - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - time of arrival to LAX from Faa'a International Airport Ratmalana (PPT) 9:30 AM.
Airport Transfers
Transfers from the airport to the hotel and ship are included with your tour.
Flight Information
The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible. Please do not book flights until your tour status is guaranteed. Once your flights are booked please enter your flight information on the pre-travel form above.


If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.


Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.


When arranging your flights to Los Angeles please keep the following in mind:


 


The Air Tahiti Nui flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tahiti (PPT) departs LAX at 10:55 PM on November 16 and the return flight to LAX arrives at 9:30 AM on November 29. Given the extra time required to collect your bags from your domestic flight, clear customs and immigration (if flying in from Canada) and then check in with Air Tahiti Nui, which may involve a terminal change, please ensure that your flights in and out of Los Angeles allow you at least 6 hours to connect with the Tahiti flights.


 


 
Entry Requirements
Visa


For Canadian and U.S. citizens, a visa is not required for stays of up to 90 days in French Polynesia.


 


Passport


You should always make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months past the dates of travel.


 


Vaccinations
While no specific vaccinations are required, we recommend that your routine vaccinations are up to date and that you visit a local travel health clinic or doctor for advice prior to the trip.


 


Vaccination against yellow fever is obligatory for anyone who has stayed in an endemic country and is wishing to visit The Islands of Tahiti.


 


The Women's Travel Club recommends travelers to be fully vaccinated against COVID. Some countries will require COVID vaccination to enter, it is the traveler's resposibility to insure they meet all requirements.


 


Beginning June 1, 2023, Windstar will no longer require guests be vaccinated for COVID-19. Crew will continue to be vaccinated.


 


Travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your government's travel recommendations page. 
Canada - https://travel.gc.ca/ 
USA -  https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html
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Group Chat
Chat with others on your tour on our private, online network. Share information and ideas for your upcoming tour.


 


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Online Meet & Greet
Join the live, online meet and greet to meet your fellow travelers and your tour host. This informal online get-together will happen shortly before your tour.


 


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Suggested Packing List
This is a suggested packing list for your tour. Please keep in mind that your personal needs or requirements may differ from the items on this list.
  • Flight information and documents - eticket number
  • Travel insurance policy 
  • Passport (make a copy)
  • Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination (if required)
  • Pen (please bring your own for filling our documents)
  • Binoculars
  • Camera (with extra memory cards and batteries)
  • Cash, credit card and debit card
  • Cell phone, tablet, etc with charging cables
  • Day pack (for daily excursions)
  • Ear plugs (if needed)
  • Electical adapter and converter
  • External charger
  • First aid kit and medications (bring extra prescription medications in their precription bottles)
  • Fleece top/sweater
  • Footwear including comfortable closed toe shoes
  • Hat
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Light jacket
  • Locks for bags
  • Long pants, capris, and/or shorts
  • Money belt (optional)
  • Personal entertainment (reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc)
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Scarf or wrap
  • Shirts (blouses, t-shirts, tank tops, etc)
  • Sleepwear
  • Small travel towel (optional)
  • Smart outfit (optional for evenings out)
  • Sunglasses
  • Swimsuit and wrap
  • Toiletries
  • Watch and/or alarm clock
Weather
Daily high temperatures are around 30°C (86°F), rarely falling below 28°C (83°F) or exceeding 31°C (88°F). Daily low temperatures are around 24°C (75°F), rarely falling below 22°C (72°F) or exceeding 26°C (78°F).
Currency
The official currency used in the Islands of Tahiti is the the Pacific franc (XPF).


ATM machines are available on most of the major islands. ATM machines may not be available on the smaller or remote islands.


Credit cards are accepted at hotels, restaurants, larger shops and grocery stores on Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. Smaller shops or more remote islands may accept credit cards with a minimum purchase. Visa and MasterCard are the two most widely accepted credit cards. American Express is also accepted at hotels and larger stores.


At Tahiti-Fa’a’a airport, a foreign currency exchange office is opened at the arrival and departure times of international flights.
Electric Outlets
On the Islands of Tahiti there are two associated plug types, types C and F. Type C plugs have two round pins and type E plugs have two round pins and a hole for the socket’s male earthing pin. The Islands of Tahiti operate on a 220V supply voltage and 60Hz.


 


A universal all-in-one travel adapter (can be purchased from retailers like Amazon) will allow you to plug in and charge most electronic devices. Most electronic devices have built-in converters. However, if you plan to use North American appliances like hair dryers, flat irons or curling irons you will need a converter.