Tahiti travel guide

The Island of Tahiti is often used to refer to the entire French Polynesia, but it is actually the largest island in this vast archipelago. Tahiti has earned the nickname "Queen of the Pacific" and is home to the international airport Faa'a, the international port, and the economic and administrative center of the French Polynesian Islands, Papeete. No matter where you come from in the world, Tahiti will be the first island you step foot on when you arrive in French Polynesia. Tahiti is a volcanic island and is shaped like an upside-down melon with two halves: Tahiti Nui, the larger island, and Tahiti Iti, the smaller island, connected by the Taravao isthmus. The island boasts a variety of landscapes, including volcanoes, rivers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches, making it a prime destination for outdoor exploration.