If you are looking for a destination that is off the beaten track and away from maddening crowds, a place where you can slip into a different world, a different culture, where you are sure to meet new and interesting people, a place to be surrounded by a calmness that you might only dream about, then let us welcome you to Te Tiare Beach Resort.

Experience luxury at its finest in our magical, lush, tropical surroundings, tucked away in a small bay on the island of Huahine, in Tahiti's Leeward islands, you will find Te Tiare Beach Resort.

The only access to our resort is by boat. After a short 35 minute flight from Tahiti with the local air carrier, Air Tahiti, you will be driven to Huahine's nearby main village of fare.

Along the way, you will begin to discover Huahine's magnificent variety of exotic plants. Vanilla, coffee, watermelon and taro plantations abound, while breadfruit, mango, banana, and papaya groves may be found throughout the Island. You may pass a local fisherman selling his daily catch along the road.

While enjoying the 15 minute boat ride from the village to the resort, through a breathtaking turquoise blue lagoon, you may catch glimpse of some of the island's rich marine life.

Upon arrival at the resort, you will immediately discover just how uniquely different Te Tiare Beach Resort really is.

Relax and unwind in one of our exquisitely furnished bungalows. Because we only offer 41 bungalows, you'll never feel crowded. We also make sure your bungalow is furnished with life's little luxuries. Each features air conditioning, wet bar, color television, refrigerator, phone as well as a luxurious bathroom.

Te Tiare Beach Resort offers four categories of bungalows to meet a variety of demands. Those looking for the ultimate in luxury will certainly choose one of our 11 Premier Deep Overwater Bungalows or one of the 5 Shallow Overwater Bungalows, both with separate shower and Jacuzzi-tub. You may also wish to choose one of the 6 Beachfront Bungalows located on our tranquil - palm studded white sand beach or one of the 19 Garden Bungalows nested among the resort's lush tropical gardens.

Regardless of your choice, you will be staying in the most spacious bungalow found in Tahiti and Her Islands. All of our bungalows face west, so guests may enjoy the island's spectacular tropical sunsets as well as admire the nearby island of Raiatea and Tahaa.

Spectacular views of Huahine's turquoise waters provide the perfect setting to relax and unwind in this tranquil part of French Polynesia. Guests sunbathe on the white sand beach or lounge beside the free form swimming pool.

For visitors who are more actively inclined, they can choose from a variety of activities and excursions such as island tours, picnic trips, sunset cruises, and snorkeling in some of the loveliest lagoons this side of paradise. Surf transfers, horseback riding and deep sea fishing are also available as well as car, scooter and bicycle rentals.>

Huahine is rich in living traditions. More has been done on this island to restore the archaeological sites than anywhere else in French Polynesia. The culturally and historically minded will want to take an excursion to the northeast coast village of Maeva, the ancient capital of Huahine. Maeva is a rich and exciting archeological site where the remains of prehistoric villages and ancient stone temples, "Marae", lend clues to a civilization that existed at least 1000 years ago.

Te Tiare Beach Resort offers guests the finest in amenities and services. Upon arrival, you will notice that our reception area, lounge, Air'i Restaurant and Bar, black pearl boutique and gift shop have been built over the water - something unique in Tahiti and Her Islands.

In the lobby you will find displayed a variety of Tahitian pottery and artifacts and two murals by renown Tahiti artist, KINLEN. Adjacent to the beach and nestled under palm trees, is our free form swimming pool as well as our beachfront snack bar.

Other amenities include: Fresh flower and tropical drink greeting, Room Service to provide the comfort of dining in your room, Complimentary boat transfers to the village of Fare, Nightly turndown service, Activities director to assist you with excursions and tours, Water sports, 24-hour security Babysitting, Secretarial services, Internet access, Handicap facilities.

Air'i Restaurant, described by Millionaire Magazine as being, "one of the most romantic and scenic in Tahiti," offers fine dining with spectacular lagoon and ocean views. Chef Thierry Meteau specializes in combining French, Polynesian and International cuisine - prepared with fresh fish and an abundance of fruit from the island as well as an array of beef, chicken and duck selections.

Whether you begin your day enjoying our lavish breakfast buffet, dining under the stars on our overwater patio or just relaxing with a tropical drink and snack at our beachfront bar, Te Tiare Beach Resort creates menus to suit your unique tastes.

The Polynesian Buffet and Dance Show - Te Tiare Beach Resort presents a lavish Tahitian Buffet featuring Polynesian delicacies, barbequed and grilled meats and fresh fish, a variety of salads and a tempting selection of freshly prepared desserts. After dinner, be sure to watch for the arrival of the dancers as their tiki torches - shimmering on the lagoon - light their way to the resort. Tahitian musicians accompany exquisite singing while the men dance the exotic tamure and the women perform the fluid hand-story dancing of the aparima.