Raiatea Sailing Base (Marina Apooiti & Uturoa)
Marina d'Uturoa
The largest sailing charter base in French Polynesia, where you can rent catamarans to sail to Tahaa, Huahine and Bora Bora.
Raiatea sits at the center of the Leeward Islands, and most charter companies base their operations at the docks of Apooiti, on the west side of Uturoa. Visitors can rent bareboat sailboats or catamarans with a skipper and cook. Popular itineraries last 7 to 10 days and link Tahaa, Huahine and Bora Bora. The lagoon waters are calm, making it a good place for beginners. Bareboat charters require proof of sailing qualifications, and in peak season (July and August) you should book several months in advance.
Opening hours
Per charter company hours
Nearby sights
- Mount Tapioi
- Uturoa
- Uturoa Municipal Market
- Champon Pearl Farm
- Mount Temehani
- Marae Tainuu
- Haamene Bay
- Faaroa River