Moorea, where spectacular lush green mountains dramatically rise from the sea

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Moorea, born from the eruption of a volcanoe some 2.5 million years ago, is as glorious as a parrot’s plumage. Moorea’s verdant mountain slopes rise in rich, lush technicolor from its emerald lagoon amid the cerulean South Pacific. This refuge of eight prominent mountain ridges and innumerable soft sandy beaches is less than an hour’s boat ride from Tahiti. In Moorea, glimpse the magic of fern-feathered cliff sides bejeweled with waterfalls. High volcanic ridges that pierce the clouds form a fascinating panorama in this peaceful tropical paradise.

Locals live in picturesque pastel-painted homes surrounded by natural hibiscus and bird of paradise gardens in this outpost of the Gods, where Polynesian history and lore are still very much alive. Traditions such as the Motu picnic and festive island dance, as well as archeological sights such as the ancient Maraes, symbolize the local culture’s strong connection to its warrior and seafarer roots. Visitors on morning hikes or bicycle rides will enjoy fairy-tale views of the island’s quaint villages and towns before spending the afternoon exploring all the refreshing activities and adventures to be found on Moorea.

The resplendent beaches within Moorea resorts are known as some of the best in the world, offering stretches of both pure white and black sand. The surf is gentle here, and perfect for water sports such as scuba, snorkeling, kite surfing, and parasailing. There is also excellent surfing on the north shores in summer, and south shores in winter. Dolphin and whale watching tours are the ultimate eco-adventure in the waters around Moorea, where visitors can also enjoy world-class marlin fishing, speed boating, or even watching an expert hand-feed sharks. On land, four-wheel-drive safari tours reveal the fascinating back roads far from Moorea hotels. There, you can explore jungles and discover the standing stones left by Moorea’s ancient peoples.

The resorts Moorea is famous for offer overwater bungalows, with their thatched roofs, teak interiors, and sense of being cradled in the bosom of the ocean. They invite visitors to dine luxuriously while toasting an unforgettable sunset after a day of viewing the world’s most spellbinding underwater sights. Moorea is that fabled “island in the distance” and that celebrated tropical paradise of your dreams. A week among the sweet scents and vivid colors of this wondrously Edenic isle will restore and revitalize you for all of life’s glories and challenges that lie ahead.