The largest, highest island in Polynesia, was formed by 3 volcanoes whose geological history began around 1 million years ago. The result is a unique relief, with large steep-sided valleys and 2 islands, Tahiti Nui and Tahiti Iti, connected by an isthmus. The highest point of the island is the Orohena at 2241m.

The island of Moorea is recognizable by its very characteristic shape. It is an ancient volcano whose caldera collapsed on its northern part, subsequently forming 2 bays: Opunohu Bay and Paopao Bay. Between the two rises the famous Mount Rotui, at an altitude of 900m and further south Mount Tohiea which dominates the island, at 1207m.

Famous for the beauty of its lagoon, the “pearl of the pacific” represents the ultimate stage in the evolution of the high islands. The relief has been largely eroded and submerged, where Mount Otemanu at 727m remains in the center of the island. The motus are vast, as are the lagoons with multiple bluish hues.