Tahiti

As the largest of 118 islands and atolls that comprise French Polynesia, Tahiti is composed of two volcanic mountain ranges that appear in the shape of a 'turtle’. Whilst the name Tahiti may conjure up dreamy images of idyllic islands floating in azure lagoons fringed by palm trees and white sandy beaches, the Island is not actually so far removed from the modern world as many of the other islands in French Polynesia.
As the heart of French Polynesian you will find boutiques selling top-end labels, and a bustling port city here. As the gateway to the other islands of French Polynesia, Tahiti doesn’t usually get more than a night in transit en-route to a traveller’s final destination. But despite the modernity, Tahiti still exudes a laid back charm that's incredibly seductive. Explore the lively backstreets and strolling the waterfront of the pint-sized capital Pape’ete and immerse yourself in the cloud-swathed mountains, deep valleys, rivers, waterfalls—and ancient temple ruins that dot its valleys.