When Captain Bligh sailed the HMS Bounty to Tahiti’s shores over 200 years
ago, the breathtaking beauty of its lush green landscape, the tranquility of
its crystal clear waters and the hospitality of its people so entranced his
crew it resulted in the infamous “Mutiny on the Bounty.” Today, the beautiful landscapes and timeless charm of Tahiti’s past remain preserved just minutes outside the bustling seaport of Papeete. There are several excellent restaurants with menus featuring local specialties as well as French, Italian, Chinese, Vietnamese and American choices, and prices vary to fit just about any budget. We recommend Lou Pescadou for a fine Italian meal and Le Dragon d’Or, a popular Chinese restaurant.

Experience the thrill of Tahiti’s interior on an all day 4-wheel drive excursion
traversing numerous rivers and streams and climbing high into the mountains. Circle the island via rental car or escorted tour and visit the new James Norman Hall Museum on the edge of Papeete, learn the history of the islands at the Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands, view the undersea world at the Lagoonarium, walk through the Harrison Smith Botanical Gardens, and at the Gauguin Museum, see displays of the artist’s life and art. Be sure to visit the lagoonside Gauguin Museum Restaurant for lunch or a drink.