Rangiroa is the largest coral atoll in French Polynesia, and the second-largest in the world. It’s a stunner of a destination, a patchwork of white sand, tropical green flora and gleaming turquoise seas – enough to inspire anyone.
Whether you’re in Bora Bora, Tahiti, or somewhere else in French Polynesia, you’re going to want to know how to get to Rangiroa, right? Lucky for you, we’ve put together this handy guide for getting to this dreamy part of the Pacific Ocean.
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How To Get To Rangiroa
A trip to Tahiti is one thing, but to get to the wonders of Rangiroa it takes a little more planning. That’s where we come in.
So if you’re wondering how to get to Rangiroa, or even how to get around Rangiroa once you’re there, you’ve come to the right place. Cast your eyes below and take notes.
How to get to Rangiroa from Tahiti
By Air
Probably the most common way to get to Rangiroa from Tahiti is to catch a flight. It’s not only the most common but probably the most convenient way, too. Luckily you can get a direct flight from the capital, Papeete to Rangiroa.
Flights to Rangiroa take around 55 minutes. There are eight flights a week.
If this is the option you’re considering, and you don’t think it’s going to be the only flight you take in French Polynesia, you should definitely consider the Air Tahiti Pass.
By Boat
Sadly, there aren’t regular boats that connect up the island. While some people get to Rangiroa on cargo ships that stop by Tahiti first, this can be super difficult to arrange. A flight is just much easier.
However, there is the option of taking a cruise ship to the island, as it passes by Tahiti. Again, this can be hard to arrange – and can really put a dent in your budget.
If you’re dead set on arriving at Rangiroa by boat, the best option is to charter your own boat (see below). But you can also hire your own private motorboat, too.
Basically, if you’ve got the budget, it’s doable.
By Yacht
Chartered yachts is the way to go if you are a keen sailor. There are a few…
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