Île aux Récifs
A strange islet on the outer rim of the atoll's south side, where ancient coral reefs have been eroded by the sea into dark grey, mushroom-shaped rocks called 'feo'.
Île aux Récifs lies along the southern rim of the atoll, about 1 hour by boat from Avatoru. On the open-ocean side stand many uplifted ancient coral reefs known as 'feo'. Carved by wave erosion, they rise one to two meters in mushroom and spire shapes, a striking contrast to the shallow, calm lagoon on the inner side. A day trip usually involves strolling among the reefs, snorkeling in shallow pools and having a picnic. It is often combined with the Natural Aquarium or the Blue Lagoon. The reef rock is sharp, so wear thick-soled shoes.
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Day trips
Nearby sights
- Rangiroa Atoll
- Lagon Bleu (Blue Lagoon)
- Tiputa Village
- Tiputa Pass
- Gauguin's Pearl Farm
- Vin de Tahiti Winery
- Avatoru Pass
- Avatoru Village