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# Which islands with accessible beaches? Country forums / Pacific Islands & Papua New Guinea / Tahiti & French Polynesia
sfard 09:13 UTC 29 Aug 2011 | I am planning a trip to French Polynesia for one month in December. I would like to stay on islands where it's possible to get around by bycicle or motorbike and find accessible beaches without necessarily going on a different motu every day. My budget is limited and I don't like too touristy spots. Any suggestions? Thank you for every advice. |
newfie43 01:15 UTC 31 Aug 2011 | I can suggest Huahine - there is a hostel style accommodation(Chez Guynette I believe) in Fare or check out Rande's Shack, a one bedroom house about 10 minutes walk to Fare. He also had complimentary bikes. There are a number of beaches around the island including one near Fare. I would spend a month there anytime - not too touristy - a lovely warm feeling to the place! | 1
sfard 11:24 UTC 31 Aug 2011 | Thank you. I have already considered Huahine. I would like to visit also other islands in the Tuamotu archipelago. | 2
locomotiveman 01:59 UTC 30 Sep 2011 | Consider finding a place to stay on Tahiti Iti...near Teahupoo. Nice lightly used paved road. Small beaches and a few stores for bread veggies etc within a few Km. It was nice in March 2011. Locomotiveman | 3