Sailing and Boat Charters in French Polynesia

Take a sunset cruise on Huahine...

French Polynesia offers world class sailing and private boat chartering and tour opportunities and the island of Huahine is a favorite destination for many reasons. Centrally located among the Society Islands, Huahine is close to Polynesia's "sailing center" of Raiatea and Tahaa (allowing for many chartering options) and it's only a half days sail from the tourist wonderland of Bora bora.
       
But the real reason to sail here is the island itself: Huahine's intense beauty is rivaled by none and its unspoiled Polynesian flavor makes it a perfect island for exploration.

       Luxury Charter boat seen in waters...
Huahine has several choices for exploring her waters including sailing and yacht charters, private boat excursions and various packages for many different boating or sailing experiences you can dream of.

Cruise around its lagoon for a relaxing afternoon on a daily charter or take one of the most unforgettable trips of your life as you venture out of the lagoon into the open ocean and explore the surrounding pristine waters of Tahiti Polynesia.



This page is your starting guide for exploring the pristine waters of Huahine and the Leeward Islands of the Society archipelago of Tahiti Polynesia. 

SAILING & BOAT CHARTERS

Sailing & Boat ChartersMost companies offering Huahine as a sailing or boat charter destination operate and board out of Fare- Huahine, Papeete- Tahiti or Uturoa- Raiatea.

Typical tours involve cruising around the island's beautiful lagoon for a relaxing afternoon while snorkeling, scuba diving, picture taking, or swimming and picnicking on one of the nearby motus. Many are 1 to 4 day excursions with other Society Islands as secondary destinations after Huahine. No matter how long your sailing or boating trip may be, it's certain to be a memorable one!
     
Below is a list of sailing and boat charter companies for you to experience Huahine and her surrounding waters with:

 


THE MOORINGS
Based in Apooiti Marina, Raiatea, P.O. Box 165 Uturoa, RAIATEA
Telephone- (689) 66.35.93 / 66.26.26, Fax- (689) 66.20.94, Contact: Mr. Bruno CADORET
Fleet: 12 Monohulls 35'-51', 1 catamaran 42', Maximum Capacity: 6-10 passengers, Self skippered- BARE-BOAT charters, or captain and crew available for hire. Cruising to and around: Leeward Islands- Raiatea, Tahaa, Huahine, and Bora bora
MOORINGS NOTE:
Sailing is so good around the Society Island waters that the world's LARGEST sailboat charter company, THE MOORINGS, established a base on Raiatea in 1984. We list their contact info above, but so far, they have declined invitations for a link. If you happen to do business with them on Raiatea or Tahaa, (or from a charter to Huahine), be sure and tell them you wish they had a link on Tahiti Sun Travel...
ALIOSHA
Based in Taina Marina, P.O. Box 2746- 98713, Punaauia, TAHITI
Telephone- (689)77.04.76, Fax- (689) 43.01.82
Contact: Mr. Jean-Pierre LEVAUX
1 Motor Yacht, 51 ft., with 3 a/c cabins, bathroom, living room.
3-7 day trips cruising to and around: Moorea, Tahiti, and also the Leeward Islands on request. Kayaks, underwater scooter, dingy on board.
TAHITI YACHT CHARTER/ VPM
Based on Papeete waterfront, P.O. Box 608 Papeete, TAHITI
(Blvd. Pomare- Papeete), Telephone- (689) 45.04.00
Fax- (689) 42.76.00, Contact: Mrs. Nicole PAUREAU
Boarding quay depends on the cruise- either Papeete or Raiatea. Sailboats chartered with crew or BAREBOAT.
Fleet: Monohulls 35'-50', Catamarans 35'-46'.
Cruising to and around: All islands of French Polynesia including Huahine.
DUFOUR TAHITI / VPM DUFOUR YACHTING
Based in Vaiare Bay, Moorea, P.O. Box 554 Maharepa, MOOREA
Telephone- (689) 56.40.50, Fax (689) 56.40.60,
or second location on Nouvelles Frontieres, Papeete,
( Blvd. Pomare)-Telephone- (689)41.34.03, Fax- (689) 42.29.09
Boarding quay depends on the cruise: Moorea, Raiatea or Tahiti
Fleet: 10 monohull sailboats 35'-62', 8 catamarans 43'-47' and 2 catamarans 82', Chartered with our without skipper and BAREBOAT.
Cruising to and around: All islands of French Polynesia including Huahine. Ask about our full board and diving program!
STARDUST YACHT CHARTERS
Based in Faaroa Bay, Raiatea, P.O. Box 331 Uturoa, RAIATEA
Telephone- (689) 66.23.18, Fax- (689) 66.23.19
Contact: Mr. Pierre LIRON/ Mrs. Stephanie BETZ
Boarding quay depends on the cruise- either Papeete or Raiatea.
Fleet:18 Monohull sailboats 37'-52', 5 catamarans 43'-47'
Cruising to and around: Moorea, Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora bora, the Marquesas islands, Maupiti, and Rangiroa.
BISOU FUTE CHARTER
Based in Apu Bay, Tahaa, P.O. Box 161 Haamene, TAHAA
Telephone- (689) 65.64.97, Fax- (689) 65.69.08
Contact: Mr. Jean-Yvon NECHABY
51 ft. Monohull sailing boat, Maximum capacity: 8 passengers
Cruising to and around: Huahine day cruises, Raiatea, Tahaa, & other Leeward islands and archipelagoes on request.
ARCHIPELS CROISIERES
Boarding quay depends on the cruise
B.P.1160 Papetoai, MOOREA, Contact: Mr. Francois PROFIT
Telephone- (689) 56.36.39, Fax- (689) 56.35.87
Fleet: 5 - 57' catamarans w/ max capacity of 8 passengers/ boat.,
Cruising to and around: Many Polynesian islands including Moorea, Tahiti, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora bora, and Huahine.
STAR VOYAGE PACIFIQUE
Raiatea, P.O. Box 165, Uturoa- RAIATEA
Telephone- (689) 66.35.93 / 66.26.26, Fax- (689) 66.20.94
Contact: The Moorings
Fleet: 6 monohulls 37'- 46", 4 catamarans 37'-42'
Capacity: 6-10 passengers, Crews available or BAREBOAT.
Cruising to and around: Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora bora
PACIFIC DREAM CHARTER
Boarding quay: Papeete, P.O. Box 20644, Papeete, TAHITI
Telephone- (689) 77.87.05, Fax- (689) 45.46.02
Contact: Mrs. Corinne IEVOVELLA, Fleet: 1- 42' catamaran Capacity: 6 passengers for long cruise, 20 for the day.
Cruising to and around: Moorea, Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora bora, Tikehau, Rangiroa
POLYNESIE YACHT CHARTER
Based on Papeete waterfront, P.O. Box 20589, Papeete- TAHITI
Telephone/ Fax- (689) 45.17.14
Contact: Mr. Michel & Mr. Guy FROISSARD
Fleet: 1-Motor yacht 68', Capacity: 8 passengers.
Boarding quay: Papeete or islands- depends on cruise.
Cruising to and around: All Polynesian islands including Moorea. In addition to cruising, we also scuba dive, deep sea fish and windsurf from our boat!
AQUA POLYNESIE s.a.r.l.
P.O. Box 363, Maharepa- MOOREA
Telephone/ Fax- (689) 56.25.00, Contact: Mr. Jean-luc MERSON
Boarding quay depends on the cruise, Fleet: 1 catamaran 46'.
Cruising to and around: Many islands of French Polynesia including Moorea, Raiatea, Tahaa, Huahine, Bora bora, the Tuamotus and the Marquesas islands. Special features: Boat is equipped with scuba equipment, tanks, compressors, etc.
CROISIERE FAI MANU
Based in Apu Bay, Tahaa, P.O. Box 79 Uturoa, RAIATEA
Telephone- (689) 65.62.52, Fax- (689) 65.69.08
Contact: Mr. Louis CORNEGLIO
50 ft. Catamaran, Maximum capacity: 6 passengers.
Cruising to and around: Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, and the Leeward Islands.
TAHITI BOATS AND SEA
Based in Marina de Vaiare, Moorea, P.O. Box 554 , Maharepa, MOOREA, Telephone- (689) 56.40.50, Fax- (689) 56.40.60
Contact: Mrs. Nicole BALME
Yacht sales and rentals with or without crew. Monohulls from 35-62 feet, and catamarans from 43-47 ft
Cruising to and around: Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa, and the Leeward Islands on request.
CROISIERE POLYNESIE TITAINA
Based in Faaroa bay, P.O. Box 1270, Uturoa- RAIATEA
Telephone/ Fax- (689) 66.11.75, Boarding quay: Raiatea
Contact: Mr. Vincent GUILLON, Fleet: 1- 15.5m Monohull sailboat
Maximum Capacity: 6 passengers, Hire on a per day basis or charter boat to destination of your choice: Cruising to and around: Leeward Islands- Raiatea, Tahaa, Huahine, and Bora bora, and Maupiti
MOTOR YACHT CHARTER/ ATARA ROYAL
P.O. Box 906- 98735 RAIATEA, Contact: Mr. Frederic HERMELIN
Telephone- (689) 66.17.74, Fax- (689)66.17.67
Boarding quay: Raiatea, Fleet: 1 luxury motorcruiser 46'.
Cruising to and around: Leeward islands- Raiatea & Tahaa, Huahine, Bora bora, and Maupiti
L'ESCAPADE
Based out of Papeete, Telephone- (689) 72.85.31, P.O. Box 41750, Fare Tony 98713- Papeete, TAHITI
Contact: Mr. & Mrs. Paul and Anne Marie GASPARINI
1993 14m yacht cruising to and around: all Leeward and Windward islands, the Tuamotu atolls, and Tetiaroa as per request. Snorkeling gear supplied, satellite phone on board. Embarking & disembarking quay depends on destination.
BLUE LAGOON CHARTER
Based out of Bora bora, P.O. Box 175, 98730 Vaitape, BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.73.48/ 77.24.82, Fax- (689) 67.73.48
Contact: Mr. Michel BORDIER
Luxurious 45 ft. Hippocampe II catamaran cruising to and around: all Leeward and Windward islands, the Tuamotu atolls, and Tetiaroa as per request. Bedding for 10-12 persons, 5 double cabins. Embarking & disembarking quay depends on destination.
MANUTEA VOILE & PLONGEE HAUHINE
Based in Fare, Huahine, P.O. Box 625, 98731-Fare, HUAHINE Telephone/ Fax- (689) 72.07.67, Fax- (689) 68.84.65
Contact: Mr. & Mrs. Philippe and Marie ABECASSIS
The Manutea is a 12 m, 1988 Gib Sea 372 master sloop specializing in cruising and scuba diving the Society island of Huahine. Outfitted with first class sailing gear and complete scuba gear including compressors, tanks, and Scubapro gear. 2 double bunks and 2 berths.
COUP DE 'COUER
Based in Uturaerae marina, P.O. Box 1217- 98735- RAIATEA 
Telephone- (689) 79.19.57, Fax- (689) 66.28.41
Boarding quay: Raiatea, Fleet: 1 monohull sailboat-15m.
Cruising to and around: Leeward islands- Raiatea & Tahaa, Huahine, and Bora bora.
SAILING HUAHINE VOILE
Based in Fare, P.O. Box 661- 98731, Fare- HUAHINE   
Telephone/ fax- (689) 68.72.49, Contact: Mr. & Mrs. Martine and Claude BORDIER
A comfortable Eden Martin 15 m yacht cruising to and around: the Leeward Islands and the Tuamotu atolls on request. Snorkeling gear supplied. Embarking & disembarking quay depends on destination.
Cruising to and around: Leeward islands- Raiatea & Tahaa, Huahine, Bora bora, and the Tuamotu chain.

FISHERMEN: FOR SPORTFISHING CHARTERS, SEE OUR ADVENTURES PAGE NOW!


Hobie Cat Rentals

Huahine is the only island in French Polynesia (to the best of our knowledge) that has a business renting small sailboats for the day!

MAARAMU SAILING
Based out of the Mauarii Pension in Aveas bay, HUAHINE, Reservations/ Fax (689) 68.79.37, (vhf Canal 14)
Beach cat sailing around Huahine. Rent our 13 and 18 foot sailboats. Take sailing lessons if you want. Fun for the whole family! We also waterski, wakeboard, kiteboard, and windsurf.


Powerboat Rentals

There is one place on Huahine island to rent small boats. These boats are a great way to explore the peace and beauty of the lagoon on a nice relaxing afternoon. No special licenses are required however a basic knowledge of engines and seamanship is recommended.

HUAHINE LAGOON
Explore Huahine by motor boat!B.P.281, Fare- HUAHINE, (Located at the Fare Wharf)      E-MAIL & Bookings
Telephone/ fax- (689) 68.87.57 (home), or Telephone/ fax (work)- (689)68.70.00
Contact: Jean Luc Eychenne

Motorized boat rentals by the hour, day, or week... 6 and 15 horsepower small boats perfect for exploring the lagoon. (no special licenses required)
Also renting paddle KAYAKS for fun on the lagoon and BICYCLES for exploring Huahine's roads!

SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBPAGE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!



MARINAS

The island of Huahine DOES NOT HAVE A MARINA of its own. The most likely reason for this is its lack of notoriety as a "tourist destination" and, therefore, the relatively small numbers of traveling marine vessels arriving there. That being said, the island DOES have quite a few good places to anchor and moor your boat. This easily enabels vessels to stay more than a few days if they want, and many do.

Because of its central location among the Society Islands, it's within a days sail from both Tahiti and/ or the Raiatea/ Tahaa sailing center and all the boat and yachting services associated on those islands. If your boat needs repairs, parts, services, or to be drydocked, it's sailors choice between the best boatyards in French Polynesia: either Tahiti or Raiatea. (with Raiatea being a bit closer.)

Here, TST offers what information we have at the moment relating to marine and pertinent yachting and boating information for Huahine. Note that the
future of this page will offer more accurate details on these subjects, but for now known information is as follows:
Huahine Harbor and anchoring information...
Harbours/ Anchoring, & Mooreage

There is no public harbour to speak of on Huahine, but several good places to anchor and moor your boat. One of the most popular spots to moor is in the protected lagoon directly in front of the village of Fare. Many vessels from all over the world end up anchoring here for overnighters or short stays because of the close proximity to the services in Fare. You will also see yachts at various other random protected places within the lagoon waters.
      
TST desires to update this page with additional moorage and anchorage spots along with information on their conditions. WE WELCOME YOUR KNOWLEDGEABLE INPUT!



MARINE & YACHTING SERVICES

Huahine has a limited selection of professional yachting or boating businesses and services for the same reasons it has no marina. (see above).

Water fillups and a few basic parts can be found in Fare, but not much else.

THE BEST SELECTION OF MARINE SERVICES CAN BE FOUND IN PAPEETE, TAHITI OR UTUROA, RAIATEA.



CHARTSCheck this chart out now!

There are many places to buy current, up to date charts for Huahine and surrounding Polynesian islands, and any sailor worth his salt knows that having up to date charts is always well worth the investment. Unfortunately, finding good charts for use on the internet is not an easy process...
     
So far, TST has only aquired one nautical chart (slightly out of date, yet good quality) for useage on any of our sailing pages and it is for the Leeward Islands of the Society Island Archipelago.


To get updated charts for Huahine and the area, we recommend these 2 places:

YACHTWORLD.COM
Online yachting superstore.
Boats for sale, boats for charter, boating yellow pages, charts, discussion forums, news and weather, finance and insurance.
WEST MARINE
PO Box 50070, Watsonville, CA 95077-0070 USA
1-800-BOATING
Clothing, elecronics, fishing,boats and motors, deck hardware, charts, plumbing, electrical, anchoring & docking, trailers, seating & covers, interior, cabin & galley, safety, navigation, books & videos, and more.
Specify: Leeward Island group of the Society Island Archipelago- French Polynesia.


WEATHER

TST is discovering the boater's and yachtsmen's most popular choices for dependable and accurate online weather forecasting for sailing and boating in the Polynesian islands.

For French speaking sailors and yachtsmen:
CYCLONE.PF (website in french)

For English speaking sailors and yachstmen: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY

Note: If any sailors or yachtsmen out there have more or better weather related links, please tell us about them!


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