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Sailing Holidays in Tahiti

Stop dreaming and start planning you next sailing holiday in the Polynesian paradise of Tahiti.

Discover a world of palm-fringed beaches, azure seas, lush tropical forests, sparkling silver waterfalls, stunning anchorages and perfect sailing. You’ll be enchanted by the magical beauty of these islands and captivated by the lavish hospitality of the Polynesians.

Tahiti is the best area for sailing in Polynesia, the chic French Society Islands. Sail in the lagoon at Bora Bora, one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Slip away beyond the reef and sail to Huahine. Visit the ruins of ancient temples and lunch in a tiny beachfront town reminiscent of a Conrad novel. Savour Polynesian cuisine on Raiatea, see the fire walkers on Tahaa, visit a vanilla plantation and swim in a blue lagoon.

Nautilus Yachting can package your charter with flights from the UK or add a yacht charter to your existing holiday plans, whether it's an exotic holiday or a round the world trip.

Tahiti Yacht Charter

Overview

  •  Air New Zealand flights to Papeete via LA, Air Tahiti flights to Raiatea
  •  Perfect white sand beaches and emerald waters on Bora Bora
  •  Explore Raiatea, the most sacred island in the South Pacific
  •  Visit one of the many pearl shops to see the famous Tahitian black pearls
  •  Average distances of 14nm
  •  Level 2-3 sailing depending on itinerary
  •  Average temperatures of 25-30 degrees
  •  Average winds force 2-4
  •  Mostly anchorages in this area
  • Flexible start & finish dates possible. Best time to visit: May-Oct

Suggested Sailing Itineraries

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

DAY 1 : Taha'a (10nm)

Welcome to the base in Marina Uturoa. After the chart briefing and orientation, sail to the east side of Taha'a. Anchor at one of the nicest spots north of the Mahea motu. Nice snorkelling spot near the coral reef or in the Passe Tohaotu - Dinner aboard.

 DAY 2 : Bora-Bora (22nm)

Sail down the Teavanui Pass, a 4-5 hour passage downwind. Anchor at Motu Topua for swimming and snorkelling, and then take a mooring at the Bloody Mary restaurant.

 DAY 3 : Bora-Bora

Explore Bora-Bora. Sail to the east side of the lagoon to discover the traditional lagoonarium where you can swim with turtles, friendly rays, sharks and different kind of fishes. In the afternoon sail down to southern shore of Bora-Bora and explore the magnificent coral garden.

 DAY 4 : Raiatea (22nm)

Start early in the morning to sail back to Raiatea for re-provisioning. Call first and then sail to the Anapa Pearl farm. Take a mooring at the pearl farm - Dinner aboard.

 DAY 5 : Taha'a (10nm)

Visit the Anapa pearl farm in the morning then sail to Tahaa after lunch. Take the Vanilla Tour mooring for the night in the Hurepiti Bay on Taha'a. Dinner aboard.

 DAY 6 : Motu Tautau

After breakfast, join Alain and Christina Plantier for the Vanilla Tour excursion. Sail to the Motu Tauta. Anchor in the south of the Motu Tautau and dinghy to the coral river between the 2 motus. One of the nicest snorkelling spots in Polynesia. Dinner "chez Louise" - overnight on one of her moorings.

 DAY 7 : Marina Uturoa

Relax or move back to the south of Tautau for a snorkelling exploration between the barrier and the motu. After lunch, sail back to the base.

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 01 Jan - 07 Jan 08 Jan - 11 Mar 12 Mar - 28 Apr 29 Apr - 29 Oct 30 Oct - 17 Dec 18 Dec - 31 Dec
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Oceanis 41 2016 3 2 from
£2,509
from
£2,986
from
£4,778
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£4,552
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£2,689
from
£0
Sun Odyssey 439 - 3 cab. 2016 3 2 from
£2,509
from
£2,986
from
£4,778
from
£4,552
from
£2,689
from
£0

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 01 Jan - 07 Jan 08 Jan - 11 Mar 12 Mar - 28 Apr 29 Apr - 29 Oct 30 Oct - 17 Dec 18 Dec - 31 Dec
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 439 2014 4 2 from
£2,509
from
£2,986
from
£4,778
from
£4,552
from
£2,689
from
£0
Dufour 520 GL 2018 5 2 from
£3,887
from
£4,627
from
£5,995
from
£7,052
from
£4,165
from
£0

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 01 Jan - 07 Jan 08 Jan - 11 Mar 12 Mar - 28 Apr 29 Apr - 29 Oct 30 Oct - 17 Dec 18 Dec - 31 Dec
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Catana 47 - 4 + 2 cab. 2013 4 4 from
£4,156
from
£4,948
from
£6,038
from
£7,547
from
£4,458
from
£0
Bali 4.1 - 4 + 2 cab. 2021 4 4 from
£4,618
from
£5,500
from
£6,708
from
£6,943
from
£4,099
from
£0
Bali 4.5 - 4 + 2 cab. 2020 4 4 from
£5,071
from
£7,104
from
£8,660
from
£8,283
from
£5,755
from
£0
Bali 4.3 - 4 + 2 cab. 2020 4 4 from
£5,250
from
£6,250
from
£7,623
from
£8,575
from
£5,066
from
£0
Bali 5.4 - 6 + 2 cab. 2021 6 6 from
£9,009
from
£12,623
from
£13,953
from
£17,439
from
£10,307
from
£0

Please note: Prices may be subject to change. Compulsory and Optional extras will be added to your quote.

Sailing conditions in Tahiti

The best time to travel is during the dry season, May to October, when temperatures range from 25-30oC and the constant south-easterly tradewinds blow at 15-20 knots. From November to March there are more variable winds.

We have rated this destination a 'Level 2-3' (levels info)

Getting There

Flights to Raiatea, Tahiti

Air New Zealand have flights to Papeete on Tahiti via Los Angeles. Air Tahiti operates onward connections to Raiatea.

Transfers

A transfer from Raiatea airport to Uturoa marina takes approximately 10 minutes.