Flights to Tubuai
Book your flight to Tubuai and discover the largest island of the Austral archipelago.
Located 670 km south of Tahiti, this island invites you into its splendid setting, with its immense crystal clear lagoon, dotted with white-sand motu (islets), lush vegetation and remarkable history. Don't wait any longer and book your flight to Tubuai, the administrative center of the archipelago!
As in all the Austral islands, Tubuai enjoys a cooler climate than elsewhere in Polynesia, a difference that contributes greatly to agricultural productivity. Your stay in Tubuai will be an opportunity to discover the island's many crops, which are a pleasure to walk around: coffee, taro, wild orange trees, potatoes, leeks and more. Tubuai is renowned for its agricultural produce, making it one of French Polynesia's granaries.
When you visit Tubuai, you'll learn about archaeological remains as well as historical sites (marae) and also about the memorial of former Fort George, built by the Bounty mutineers, before being completely destroyed.
In terms of activities, Tubuai is an ideal spot for kitesurfing, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, swimming and other water sports. On land, 4x4 excursions and mountain hikes are available to take full advantage of the island's lush nature. You'll also appreciate the warm welcome of the locals and their talent for handicrafts and agriculture.
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Enjoy your trip to the Austral Islands!
Flight Duration :
1h40
Distance :
645 km
Airport Code :
TUB
Practical information
Tubuai airport
Tubuai airport is located some distance from the island's main villages.
There is no shuttle service, so to get to the villages, you will need to go by car.
If you have booked tourist accommodation, find out from your hosts whether they can arrange your outward and return transfer.
Services available
- Air Tahiti agency
- Snack bar
- Telephone kiosk
- Toilets
Population : +2294 inhabitants
Surface area : 17,37 sq. miles (45 km²)
Main village : Mataura
Minimum flight duration : 1h40
Distance from Tahiti : 645 km
Fletcher Christian and the Mutineers of the Bounty stayed on the island of Tubuai after leaving Tahiti in 1789. They built a fort, called Fort George, of which nothing remains today, except a memorial.
Thirteen varieties of different coloured sand can be found around the island.
The Tubuai lagoon is exceptionally wide: 5 km in places!
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The good reasons to visit Tubuai
The good reasons to visit
- Gentle, lush-green mountain side and fertile plains.
- Islets (motu) of white sand as far as the eye can see.
- A vast lagoon (5 km across), ideal for kitesurfing and windsurfing.
- Historical sites (site of Fort George, built by the Bounty mutineers) and cultural sites (marae).
- Whale watching in season (July to October).
- Land- and water-based activities.
Do not miss
- The panoramic views from the summit of Mount Taitaa.
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