Manihi
Pearl Island
Manihi is a jewel in the Pacific, far from the usual tourist circuits:
Its heavenly lagoon
On site, white sandy beaches embrace a lagoon surrounded by heavenly islets. The extraordinary depths of this lagoon reveal a marine life of breathtaking beauty, where flora and fauna unfold in exquisite harmony.
Simple, authentic accommodation
There are no hotels here, so lovers of luxury and large resorts will have to make an exception. You're at the end of the world, off the beaten tourist track. So you'll need to enjoy living locally, with minimalist comforts! The friendly locals will be delighted to immerse you in their daily lives, punctuated by fishing, copra harvesting and handicrafts.
Manihi, the atoll for you?
Simple Polynesian living
The Tahitian cultured pearl originated in Manihi in 1965. The first cultivation farm appeared in this large blue lagoon, and the activity remains the island's main economy to this day. The lagoon is also perfect for relaxing, fishing and swimming with sharks... the true Polynesian way of life! With a choice of authentic guesthouses, Manihi will delight explorers in search of adventure, a change of scenery and authenticity.
Manihi is full of surprises and offers a multitude of unforgettable activities, including scuba diving. This atoll is renowned for its exceptional waters, home to a remarkable biodiversity of fish, coral and other preserved marine creatures. Visitors can enjoy diving to explore the wonders of the seabed. As for Manihi's main village, Turipaoa, it offers a real insight into daily life on this remote atoll. Travelers can stroll the streets, meet the locals and discover the small shops and local craft workshops.
Accommodation on MANIHI
There is only one guesthouse on this atoll:
- Pension Nanihi Paradise
Blacktip sharks
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A clear lagoon
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