MEDIA FACT SHEET
Taste of Polynesia
Three Islands by Bicycle and Local Ferry
A relaxed 9-day cycling journey through French Polynesia, beginning in Papeete and riding on Mo'orea, Huahine and Bora Bora. Quiet coastal roads link volcanic bays, small villages, ancient marae, traditional fish traps and famous lagoons, with free time for swimming, snorkeling and unhurried island afternoons.
Main riding days range from 25 to 59 km, with shorter 12 km transfer and warm-up rides on Mo'orea. The cycling is leisurely, mostly paved and coastal, and the islands are connected by ferry rather than by cruise ship or a sequence of inter-island flights.
Fast Facts
Destination: French Polynesia
Activity: Guided bicycle touring
Duration: 9 days
Start: Papeete, Tahiti
Finish: Bora Bora
Main riding: 25-59 km per day
Level: Leisurely
Terrain: Mostly flat coastal roads & small hills
Roads: Primarily paved, with occasional hard-packed side routes
Islands ridden: Mo'orea, Huahine & Bora Bora
Inter-island travel: Local ferries
Season: March to November
Lodging: Boutique hotels, beach bungalows & island resorts
Support: Guide team + baggage transfer
Price: From €5950
What Makes the Journey Different
The journey stays ashore and moves between islands by local ferry. Rather than treating each island as a short excursion from a cruise ship, riders sleep on Mo'orea, Huahine and Bora Bora, travel alongside local passengers and take their bicycles with them between islands.
The route also leaves room for the water that defines French Polynesia. Most riding occupies only part of the day, allowing time for lagoon swims, snorkeling, beach afternoons and optional outings. Cultural stops include marae, centuries-old stone fish traps, village roads and Papeete's evening Roulettes, while island food ranges from fresh tuna and lagoon fish to the French-Polynesian mix found in local restaurants.
Editorial Angles
Island Hopping by Ferry, Not Cruise Ship
Pedalers keeps the trip on land, using local ferries to connect the islands. Riders stay in island hotels, eat locally and move through the same ferry network Polynesians use for family visits, errands and everyday travel.
Three Islands, Three Rhythms
Mo'orea brings volcanic bays and the island loop, Huahine adds quieter villages, ancient marae and traditional fish traps, and Bora Bora closes the journey with a short coastal circuit beneath Mount Otemanu and beside its famous lagoon.
French Polynesia Beyond the Resort View
Cycling shifts attention toward roadside fruit, village stores, waterfront food trucks, local temples, fishing culture and everyday coastal life, while still leaving time to enjoy the beaches and lagoons that draw travelers to the islands.
Across Mo'orea, Huahine and Bora Bora
- Tahiti & Mo'orea - 12 km warm-up: Begin in Papeete, fit bicycles and cross by ferry to Mo'orea for an easy ride to Cook's Bay.
- Mo'orea loop - 59 km: Circle the island along lagoon roads, with an optional interior excursion to Marae Titiroa and the Belvedere overlook.
- Huahine - 25 km: Arrive by high-speed ferry, visit Marae Manunu and centuries-old stone fish traps, then ride south to Huahine-Iti and a beachfront stay.
- Huahine free day: Choose an independent spin, snorkeling, lagoon activities or a quiet day between the beach, pool and bungalow.
- Huahine to Bora Bora - 54 km: Ride back to Fare, then continue by ferry to Bora Bora; the ferry makes only a brief transit stop in Uturoa on Ra'iatea.
- Bora Bora loop - 31 km: Make a leisurely circuit of the island beneath Mount Otemanu, stopping often for lagoon views, beaches and a gentle final day on the bike.
How Pedalers Runs the Trip
Guides: Pedalers guides handle daily riding, local logistics and the ferry connections between islands while helping guests interpret the cultural details along the route.
Bicycles: Top-quality bicycles are included for the journey.
Island transfers: Ferries connect Tahiti, Mo'orea, Huahine and Bora Bora, allowing the bicycles to travel with the group. Luggage is moved between hotels on each island.
Accommodation: The trip stays ashore in boutique hotels and island resorts, including Cook's Bay on Mo'orea, a beachfront bungalow property on Huahine and a Matira-area resort on Bora Bora.
Food: Meals draw on fresh tuna, lagoon fish, tropical fruit and the mix of Polynesian ingredients and French influence. Selected group dinners are included rather than every evening meal, leaving room for both special restaurants and casual local choices.
About Pedalers
Pedalers has operated small-group active journeys since 1987, specializing in cycling, walking and canoe trips built around local knowledge, thoughtfully designed routes, regional food and distinctive accommodations.
The company focuses on destinations its team knows firsthand rather than maintaining a large global catalog.