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Spend a day in Tahiti, French Polynesia, and you would be forgiven for thinking you are in a swanky Hollywood movie. The largest of 118 islands and atolls that make up French Polynesia. Tahiti which spans over 644 square kilometers consists of mountain peaks reaching over 7000 feet, deep green valley are covered with lush rain forests; cascading waterfalls that drop into rivers and streams and, flat coastal land that is covered with emerald green fields.

A popular haunt of many A-list celebrities, Tahiti boasts of beaches that we just can’t stop raving about. Punaauia is the most popular of them all and offers plenty to do. Indulge in history at the age-old pagan temples and ogle at the exhibits of the Black Pearl Museum. Keep fit by mountain biking, hiking, or playing golf at the 18-hole Atimaono International Golf course. After a swim in the blue waters, head to the local market, treating yourself to native products like vanilla, fruit and Monoi (a type of traditional coconut oil).

Must do

Humpback whale watching, shark and ray feeding demonstrations, mahi-mahi fishing, windsurfing and water skiing. Places to see include Blowhole of Arahoho, Faarumi and Vaipahi waterfalls, Mahaiatea open-air temple and the burial spot of artist Paul Gauguin.

How to get there

Fly to papeete, French Polynesia via Paris. Air papeete operates to 33 islands.

Where to stay

Try the comfortable hotel Sofitel Tahiti Resort.

Contact: 0689 866600 or email them at H0547@sofitel.com. Rooms cost around Rs 12000 per night for a couple.