Mangareva

The peaceful island

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Mangareva Island (floating mountain) is surrounded by a coral reef, and it has a magnificent chain of peaks.
It offers a very pleasant climate favorable to the cultivation of coffee, oranges, watermelons and lychees. Temperatures can reach 12°C during the month of July.
Mangareva has a lagoon of a thousand colors, famous for its quality plankton and exploited for its beautiful black pearls of real perfection.

An authentic experience with the locals

No hotel chain or small hotel is established in this part of the region, thus favoring direct contact with the locals called “Ma’areva” in the local dialect.
A charming guesthouse “Chez Bianca et Benoît” located high up, offers a breathtaking view of Rikitea, the capital of the Gambier, the bay and some pearl farms.

Local activities and traditions

The owner of the place, Benoît likes to share his passion for his island. He also offers a fishing trip with “Rau”, an ancestral method very rarely practiced today, and of which he is one of the last masters.
To be one with nature, Mangareva has marked trails for solo or group hikes. Lovers of deep sea fishing or even longline fishing will find what they are looking for.

An architectural marvel

Saint-Michel de Rikitea Cathedral, a majestic monument to visit, was built in the mid-19th century from coral blocks. The wonder of this church lies in its altar, a true masterpiece richly decorated with pearls and mother-of-pearl.

The Gambier are in their best hospices during the months of March and April, offering a sea of ​​oil, a radiant sun, and everything you need for an unforgettable stay rich in memories and unique in emotions.

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