Maupiti Island Loop Road
Tour de l'île de Maupiti
A coastal road circling Maupiti's main island, about 10 km around. Cycle it in two to three hours to explore the villages, meeting house, petroglyphs and Teavaro Beach.
The main island of Maupiti is about 10 km around, and a narrow coastal road encircles it with very little traffic, making it ideal for cycling or walking. Along the way you pass the churches and small shops of Vaiea, the main village, the Vaihuea meeting house, the Haranae petroglyphs, breadfruit groves and vanilla gardens, and finally Teavaro Beach at the southwest tip, with lagoon views the whole way. Most guesthouses rent bicycles. The ride takes about 2 to 3 hours, so allow half a day including stops. The midday sun is strong, so set out in the morning or late afternoon, and bring plenty of water, since the island has few shops.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Mount Teurafaatiu
- Haranae Petroglyphs
- Marae Vaiahu
- Tereia Beach
- Motu Tiapaa
- Manta Ray Cleaning Station
- Motu Auira
- Motu Paeao