4x4 Tour – Culture, Crafts and Agritourism in Raiatea
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Raiatea, French Polynesia
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Honey, fruit and local juice tasting
- Guided explanations in French and English
- Purchases made in shops or from local producers must be paid on-site.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Gare Maritime - UturoaQuai de Uturoa Uturoa Raiatea PF 98735, Uturoa, French Polynesia
For cruise passengers, we’ll be waiting for you with a “Hava'i Tour 4x4” sign: in front of the ferry terminal if your ship is docked at the shuttle drop-off point if your ship is anchored For non-cruise passengers, the meeting point is in front of the Tico Pearl shop at the ferry terminal.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Raiatea Pearl
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Taputapuatea Marae
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Opoa
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Raiatea
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 21 reviews
ANDREE_A, Apr 2026
Nice excursion in an open-air pickup truck. Seats were comfortable and roomy. It was a really hot day, so as long as we were moving, the breeze made it enjoyable. Our guide took us all the way around the island. The scenery was beautiful. Commentary was given at each stop but not continuously throughout the day since our guide was also the driver. Our favorite stop was at the Pearl Farm because we had a very detailed demonstration on the entire process.
Kim_P, Mar 2026
This was such an informative tour to learn some interesting things about Raiatea. We got to see the beautiful and lush landscape of the island. Learned about the agricultural aspects of the island. Also learned about the traditions and culture/history. Our tour guide Hubert was amazing and had so much information to give us and his personality was Great! Hubert thank you for such a great experience!! 🥰 Kim and JR from San Diego!!
Carole_T, Mar 2026
The guide was very knowledgeable, but we found there was a bit too much plant information. Viewing the Marae Site was very interesting.
Kris_H, Mar 2026
Hubert met us promptly at the pier and reviewed the itinerary with us. The truck could seat eight but we had extra space since there were only 5 of us. The benches were well padded and comfortable. We were very happy that the weather cooperated and provided plenty of sunshine. All the views were breathtaking and Hubert’s descriptions and storytelling enhanced the experience. We stopped at his house to tour his tropical garden and sample its fruits and honey. Overall, a great experience.
wrightlyle, Mar 2026
Great tour guide , Herbert gave us a fantastic tour.
Knew the island and all of its history. Pearl farm was very educational and explained how pearls come to be !!
Great stops with wonderful views and lots of history. He took his time explaining all the beautiful features of the island.
Had snacks and honey at his house and toured his personal gardens, which both enjoyed.
Thanks again Hubert
Ben_F, Feb 2026
We spent nearly 4 hours exploring this lovely island with a local guide who knows the Island well. We sped around the Island in the back of a Ford truck with padded benches which can accommodate 8, but we were only 4. We stopped at great vistas, a pearl farm, a holy site (Marae), and the guides home were we tasted his homemade honey and fresh fruit he grows himself. A particularly interesting character he sailed to Tahiti from France on a boat he built himself and now build his own house with a sustainable garden. He has been on Island for 35 years and has much to share. We and the other 2 guests enjoyed the guide, the time spent, and the Island.
Margaret_W, Feb 2026
The guide was fabulous. Very interesting, knowledgeable, and informative.
The 4x4 was a rough but comfortable ride. I would not recommend it for those with back problems.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your honest and kind review.
I’m really glad you found the tour interesting and informative — that means a lot to me.
The island roads can sometimes be uneven, but I always aim to keep the ride as smooth and comfortable as possible while reaching the most beautiful spots.
Thank you again for sharing your experience.
— Hubert
Kenneth_A, Jan 2026
An excellent 4 x 4 ride around Raiatea, including stops at panoramic viewpoints, a very well preserved marae, a small pearl producer who gave an outstanding explanation on how they are produced, and a stop at the guide’s home to tour his extensive tropical garden, including a tasting of his pineapples and homemade honey (outstanding BTW). The guide was terrific—the best I’ve had in French Polynesia. Highest recommendation.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience.
I’m truly happy to read that you enjoyed discovering Raiatea with me and felt well guided throughout the tour.
Welcoming guests into my garden and sharing a part of my daily life is something I care deeply about, so your words mean a lot.
Thank you for your highest recommendation, and I hope to welcome you again one day.
— Hubert
Lynette_W, Jan 2026
Hubert is a great guide. Well educated about local ecology and history. Very helpful to all, especially those with a little mobility challenge. Raises great fruits, vegetables and honey. Does not try to sell anything.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your kind words.
I’m glad you felt comfortable during the tour and that the pace and explanations worked well for everyone.
Sharing the island, its nature and its history in a respectful and unhurried way is exactly the spirit of what I do.
I truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Raiatea one day.
— Hubert
MsSusan_N, Dec 2025
Comfortable truck, well timed sights, including our hosts own tropical garden and samples of his home grown produce. Our host was wonderful.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind message.
I’m glad you felt comfortable throughout the tour and enjoyed the relaxed rhythm of the day.
Welcoming guests into my garden and sharing what I grow at home is always a pleasure.
Thank you again for your trust.
— Hubert
John_A, Oct 2025
As well as the island vantage points we visited the ancient unesco worship areas and treated to a real flaura and fauna experience culminating with samples of local fruits, juices and honey all provided from our guides garden. Top marks to Hubert and his eco garden and ably assisted by Estoban with further explanations and translations. Both interesting characters. Nice relaxing trip with no real 4x4 off roading bone shaking.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for sharing your experience.
I’m glad you enjoyed the relaxed pace of the tour and the balance between viewpoints, cultural sites and nature.
It was a real pleasure to share the garden with you, and I’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Esteban for his help with explanations and translations.
Thank you again for your feedback, and I’m happy the tour felt comfortable and easygoing.
— Hubert
Richard_N, Sep 2025
Wonderful experience. Saw many great sites. Especially enjoyed our tour guide, Tau, and his wife. Very personable. You could tell that he had a great love of and pride in his village and island home. Great experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for sharing your experience.
I’m really pleased that you enjoyed discovering the island and felt the passion and pride behind the stories shared along the way.
Creating a relaxed and genuine experience is very important to me, so your feedback means a lot.
Thank you again for your kind words.
— Hubert
Heidi_J, Aug 2025
Our tour guide Hubert communicated with us prior to the tour and gave exact information about where he would pick us up. He was early and we started the tour with a drive around the populated area of the island. We soon entered the rural area and were treated to stunning views of the lagoons and jungle landscape.
Hubert gave us valuable information only a local would know about the best scenic places to visit on Raiatea after the tour.
I highly recommend this tour as it was informative and Hubert obviously cared deeply about the island and the history of Polynesia.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review.
I’m glad the communication before the tour and the start of the day helped you feel comfortable right away.
Sharing local knowledge and helping visitors discover Raiatea beyond the usual spots is something I truly enjoy, so I really appreciate your feedback.
Thank you again for your recommendation and for your interest in the island and its history.
— Hubert
Soichiro_W, Sep 2025
We had already decided where to go, but they arranged the plan based on the weather and other factors. He also taught me more about Polynesian culture and history, which was very interesting! He also explained the plants and fruits on the island and showed me his garden. If you want to learn more about the island, Polynesian culture and history, this is the place for you! Thank you so much for your support!
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Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for sharing your experience.
I’m glad you enjoyed the flexibility of the tour and discovering more about Polynesian culture, history and island life.
Sharing my garden and the plants and fruits of Raiatea is always a pleasure, so your kind words truly mean a lot to me.
Thank you again for taking the time to write this review.
— Hubert
Arigatō gozaimasu.
Charline_V, Jul 2025
It is a magnificent authentic excursion, with information about Raiatea told by Hubert with humor and kindness. I highly recommend this island tour, which allows you to discover nature, culture, pearl oyster farms, as well as Hubert’s garden, which is full of beautiful fruits and honey that he will share with you.
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Response from Host, Feb 2026
Merci beaucoup pour ce très beau retour.
Je suis ravi que vous ayez apprécié cette découverte de Raiatea, entre nature, culture et échanges, dans une ambiance conviviale et authentique.
Partager mon île, ses savoir-faire et un peu de mon quotidien est toujours un vrai plaisir, alors votre message me touche particulièrement.
Merci encore pour votre recommandation et peut-être à une prochaine fois à Raiatea 🌺
— Hubert
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