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Teahupoʻo

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Teahupoʻo
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“Teahupoʻo is a village on the southeastern coast of the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia, France, in the southern Pacific Ocean. It is known for the large, consistent surf that occurs off its shore, and resulting international surfing competitions.”
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Lonely PlanetSep 22

20 Things to Know Before Visiting French Polynesia

Plan your visit to Tahiti, Bora Bora and the rest of French Polynesia with this guide to language, budget, transit, health and safety, and etiquette.

big-wave surfing destination at the end of the road

11 things in this story
  • roulottesRestaurantfood trucks offering fresh seafood at reasonable prices
  • TahitiPlace of worshipinternational air gateway, has mountains and waterfalls
  • maraePlace of worshiptemple sites on Tahiti, dress modestly and don't climb
  • Heiva i TahitiFestivalmonth-long cultural celebration in July, attracts many tourists
  • Tahiti ItiSightisland like Tahiti over a century ago, accessible by road/boat
  • TeahupoʻoSightbig-wave surfing destination at the end of the road
  • tamaaraaPlacetraditional Polynesian feasts with food, singing, and dancing
  • Pape'ete food marketMarketfood market in the center, open seven days a week
  • Natura ExplorationPlace
  • Tahiti Riva TrekPlace
  • Elsewhere
  • Motu TiapaaSightMaupiti, French Polynesiaislet where Maupiti hosts hima'a feasts
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