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Landmark: Tikehau LagoonCity: Tikehau
Country: French Polynesia
Continent: Australia
Tikehau Lagoon, Tikehau, French Polynesia, Australia
Overview
I think, Tikehau Lagoon shimmers in the heart of the Tuamotu Archipelago, a turquoise jewel of French Polynesia in the South Pacific, not only that tikehau, with its crystal-clear waters, brilliant coral gardens, and serene shores, is often called a paradise on Earth.Here’s a closer look at Tikehau Lagoon’s geography and location-this atoll forms a perfect coral ring around a calm, turquoise heart, as a result it’s part of the Tuamotu Archipelago, about 340 kilometers (211 miles) northeast of Tahiti, where the lagoon stretches nearly 27 kilometers (17 miles) across-wide enough that, on a still day, the far shore is just a faint line on the horizon-covering roughly 461 square kilometers (178 square miles) in all, mildly The atoll’s land is small-just slim motus strung like beads around the rim-and the main village, Tuherahera, sits at its southern edge, in turn you can reach Tikehau from Tahiti with a quick 55‑minute flight to its small island airport.The lagoon glows with turquoise water so clear you can spot fish drifting beneath the surface, a dream for snorkelers and divers, subsequently pink sand beaches, rare and striking, rim the shore in soft rose tones.Curiously, They’re made from coral and shells ground as fine as sand, therefore scattered across the atoll, islets sway with tall coconut palms, shelter vibrant coral gardens, and hide quiet stretches of beach.In Tikehau Lagoon, shimmering schools of fish crowd the waters, making it one of French Polynesia’s richest marine habitats, moreover jacques Cousteau’s team once called it the spot with more fish than anywhere else in the region, where reef sharks cruise the shallows, manta rays glide like shadows, dolphins leap, turtles drift lazily, and schools of bright tropical fish flash in the sunlit water.The coral reefs burst with color, alive with darting fish and swaying anemones, on top of that on certain motus, like Motu Puarua, seabirds-noddies, terns, and frigatebirds-find safe haven.Snorkel or dive near Tuheiava Pass, where the lagoon meets the open ocean and barracudas, sharks, and rays glide through the deep, likewise popular spots include Shark Hole and reef gardens packed with life.And here, traditional Polynesian fishing still thrives, not only that in Tikehau, you can learn age-vintage fishing techniques from locals or head out on a deep-sea expedition, then join a lagoon tour that might stop at pink sand beaches, quiet motus, and a bird sanctuary; some trips even take you to pearl farms to observe how lustrous black pearls are grown.Stroll through Tuherahera village to experience Polynesian culture firsthand-share a laugh with residents and taste freshly grilled fish wrapped in banana leaves, moreover when it’s time to unwind, the island’s calm, uncrowded shores invite long, lazy afternoons, whether you’re in a luxury overwater bungalow at Tikehau by Pearl Resorts with spa treatments and candlelit dinners, or in a family-run guesthouse where the breeze drifts through open windows at night.In Tikehau, the air stays warm all year, hovering between 26 and 30°C (79–86°F), and from May to October the dry season brings clear blue skies and glassy, still lagoons, as well as from November to April, the wet season brings heavier rain and thick, warm air.The lagoon and its surrounding ecosystems are carefully tended to preserve their clear waters and rich biodiversity, equally important many tours and guesthouses focus on eco-friendly practices, urging visitors to tread lightly.With its untouched beauty, darting schools of colorful fish, and deep-rooted Polynesian culture, Tikehau Lagoon feels like a dream for divers, nature lovers, and anyone chasing peace.
