Taharu'u Beach
Plage de Taharu'u
A long black-sand beach in Papara with gentle waves. It is Tahiti's most popular surfing starting point, with several surf schools clustered here.
Taharu'u Beach lies at a river mouth in Papara on the southwest coast, with fine black sand and a broad, open beach. Waves break directly on the sand rather than over a reef, which suits beginners, and several surf schools along the shore offer lessons and board rentals. It is also a good place to watch local surfers and the sunset. Water flows are complex near the river mouth, so swim with caution and watch for rip currents. Admission is free, and there is a parking lot.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Mara'a Grotto
- Vaipahi Water Gardens
- Harrison Smith Botanical Garden & Paul Gauguin Museum
- Marae Arahurahu
- Mont Aorai
- Vaiava Beach (PK18)
- Museum of Tahiti and the Islands
- Fautaua Waterfall