Mount Rotui
Mont Rōtui
An 899-meter peak standing between two bays, Moorea's most iconic mountain. Hiking along its ridge gives views over both bays at once.
Mount Rotui rises to about 899 meters, between Cook's Bay and Opunohu Bay. Seen from a viewpoint, it is a perfect pointed peak. The summit route starts on the north shore and climbs a steep ridge. The round trip takes about 6–8 hours. Some sections require ropes, so it's a difficult hike, and it's best to hire a local guide. From the top, you can see both bays and the full sweep of the lagoon. Visitors with moderate fitness can simply enjoy the view from the viewpoint or from the beach at the bay mouth. At the foot of the mountain is a juice factory of the same name.
Opening hours
Daytime (start hikes early)
Nearby sights
- Moorea Tropical Garden
- Opunohu Agricultural School
- Opunohu Bay
- Ta'ahiamanu Beach
- Manutea Rotui Juice Factory
- Cook's Bay
- Opunohu Valley Marae (Ahu o Mahine)
- Moorea