Discover Huahine's history, traditions & archaeological sites on this half-day sightseeing excursion.
Maeva Village
Depart the pier aboard "Le Truck", French Polynesia's famous local style bus, and begin your island discovery. Your first stop will be in the Maeva village. This village is considered to be one of French Polynesia's most important archaeological areas and is home to the largest pre-historic habitation site in Polynesia. During your walk through the village, explore the archaeological sites along the lake shore and the Fare Pote'e Museum. Learn about Polynesian origins, traditional society, religion, botany, history and artifacts.
Mata'ire'a Hill, Fare Pote'e Museum
Continue on to Mata'ire'a hill, just above the Village of Maeva and home to more than 200 stone structures, including marae, agricultural terraces, house foundations, fortification walls and burial platforms. Next, visit the Fare Pote'e Museum and see into the past as your guide covers various diverse subjects including Polynesian origins and migrations, traditional Polynesian society, plants and animals, religion and warfare, the arrival of European explorers, missionaries, soldiers and whalers.
Fish Traps of Maeva's Lake Fauna Nui
Stop to see and learn about the 500 year old fish traps that thanks to restoration work are used again today by the people of Maeva Village.
Faie Village, Giant Blue-Eyed Eels, Belvedere Lookout, Panoramic Views
Your return journey to the port, will take you through the village of Faie where your guide will feed the island's giant blue-eyed eels that swim in the stream, before enjoying a photo-stop at the Belvedere Lookout, for panoramic views of Huahine Iti and beautiful Maroe Bay.
