Excursion Faaroa river cruise tour at Raiatea

Board a typical motorized Polynesian outrigger canoe and glide on deep blue waters towards the east coast of the island. Travel upstream on the only navigable river in the Society Islands - the Faaroa River.

Along the way, the steep riverbanks are clad in lush with jungle foliage and are home to a diverse range of bird species. Wild hibiscus trees (purau) grow along the sheer cliffs at the edge of the rain forest. Pass some villages en route - a chance to observe the daily life of the inhabitants.