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Fatu Hiva
in French Polynesia

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Fatu Hiva

Fatu Hiva, also known as "The Garden of the Pacific," is an island located in the Marquesas Islands of French Polynesia. It is the most remote and most isolated island in the archipelago, located about 500 miles northeast of Tahiti. It is the largest and most populous of the Marquesas Islands, and is known for its lush tropical vegetation and rugged terrain.

Fatu Hiva is roughly 18 miles long and 13 miles wide, and is composed of two primary mountains, Mount Oave and Mount Vahivaha. The island is surrounded by a number of smaller islands, including Tahuata, Hatutu, and Motu Oa. The coastline is rocky and rugged, with many inlets, bays, and lagoons.

The island is home to a number of villages, the largest of which is Hanavave. The villages are built on the slopes of the mountains, and are surrounded by lush vegetation, including banana, coconut, and mango trees.

The people of Fatu Hiva are believed to have first arrived on the island around 1000 AD, and the island was first visited by Europeans in 1774. In 1842, the island was annexed by France and became part of French Polynesia.

Fatu Hiva has a rich history and culture, and is home to many archaeological sites, including ancient stone structures and petroglyphs. The island is also home to a number of traditional arts and crafts, including wood carving, basket weaving, and tattooing.

The island is a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the island's pristine beaches, lush vegetation, and unique culture. Visitors can also explore the island's many archaeological sites, as well as take part in traditional activities such as fishing, hiking, and snorkeling.

Excursion tips for a day in Fatu Hiva

En tant que touriste à Fatu Hiva en Polynésie française, vous pouvez profiter d'une variété d'activités dans un environnement naturel magnifique et unique. Voici quelques suggestions d'activités à faire dans la région en une journée :

- Explorer les cascades et les rivières qui coulent à travers la vallée de Hanavave.

- Faire une randonnée jusqu'au sommet de Mount Oave, qui offre une vue spectaculaire sur l'île.

- Partir en kayak et admirer la côte sauvage et les récifs coralliens.

- Plonger dans les eaux turquoise pour découvrir la vie sous-marine abondante.

- Visiter le village de Hanavave, qui est considéré comme le plus beau village de Polynésie française.

- Observer les dauphins et les baleines qui se rassemblent autour de l'île.

- Faire une excursion en bateau pour observer les îles voisines.

- Profiter d'une journée de plage et se baigner dans les eaux turquoise.

- Visiter les galeries et les musées locaux pour en apprendre davantage sur la culture et l'histoire de l'île.

- Goûter à la cuisine locale, qui est connue pour ses saveurs uniques et délicieuses.

Experience Fatu Hiva with unforgettable activities by our partner GetYourGuide. The offer is also ideal as a special gift idea for family and friends who are planning to visit Fatu Hiva. Cancellations are possible up to 24h before the start of the activity (unless otherwise stated in the activity description), with a full refund of the booking price.

The climate in Fatu Hiva

Le climat à Fatu Hiva en Polynésie française varie considérablement entre les quatre saisons. L'été est généralement chaud et humide, avec des températures moyennes entre 25 et 30 degrés Celsius et des précipitations modérées. L'automne est plus frais et plus humide, avec des températures moyennes entre 20 et 25 degrés Celsius et des précipitations plus importantes. L'hiver est généralement froid et sec, avec des températures moyennes entre 15 et 20 degrés Celsius et des précipitations très faibles. Le printemps est plus frais et plus humide, avec des températures moyennes entre 20 et 25 degrés Celsius et des précipitations modérées. En général, le climat à Fatu Hiva est chaud et humide pendant l'été et l'automne, et plus frais et plus sec pendant l'hiver et le printemps.

Cruise weather for Fatu Hiva

Our weather forecast for Fatu Hiva helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.

Date Icon Temperature Wind speed/gusts Cloudiness/Visibility Air humidity/pressure Sunrise/Sunset
Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 max: 26.8 °C
min: 25.7 °C
28.4 m/s
30.2 m/s
0.9 %
24.1 m
72.2 %
1,011 hPa
05:15:23
17:58:32
Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 max: 26.9 °C
min: 25.9 °C
29.9 m/s
31.3 m/s
2.6 %
23.1 m
73.8 %
1,010 hPa
05:15:45
17:59:04
Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 max: 26.5 °C
min: 25.7 °C
28.1 m/s
31.0 m/s
10.5 %
20.7 m
74.2 %
1,010 hPa
05:16:08
17:59:36
Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 max: 26.8 °C
min: 25.6 °C
32.4 m/s
37.4 m/s
30.0 %
21.4 m
75.8 %
1,010 hPa
05:16:31
18:00:08
Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 max: 26.9 °C
min: 26.2 °C
34.2 m/s
41.8 m/s
55.0 %
23.4 m
75.1 %
1,011 hPa
05:16:55
18:00:40
Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 max: 27.0 °C
min: 26.4 °C
33.1 m/s
38.2 m/s
31.2 %
24.1 m
77.7 %
1,011 hPa
05:17:20
18:01:11
Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 max: 27.2 °C
min: 26.6 °C
33.5 m/s
37.4 m/s
9.1 %
24.1 m
74.5 %
1,012 hPa
05:17:46
18:01:43
Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 max: 27.1 °C
min: 26.2 °C
32.8 m/s
34.9 m/s
30.5 %
22.7 m
73.7 %
1,011 hPa
05:18:12
18:02:14
Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 max: 26.7 °C
min: 25.9 °C
19.8 m/s
20.9 m/s
15.2 %
23.8 m
77.0 %
1,010 hPa
05:18:39
18:02:46
Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 max: 26.8 °C
min: 26.3 °C
15.8 m/s
16.2 m/s
21.2 %
24.1 m
72.1 %
1,011 hPa
05:19:07
18:03:17
Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 max: 27.0 °C
min: 26.2 °C
23.8 m/s
28.4 m/s
37.3 %
22.7 m
75.1 %
1,012 hPa
05:19:35
18:03:47
Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 max: 27.1 °C
min: 26.5 °C
29.9 m/s
31.7 m/s
6.2 %
24.1 m
76.3 %
1,012 hPa
05:20:03
18:04:18
Dec. 20th 2024 Dec. 20th 2024 max: 27.1 °C
min: 26.3 °C
31.0 m/s
34.6 m/s
18.0 %
24.0 m
76.7 %
1,011 hPa
05:20:33
18:04:48
Dec. 21st 2024 Dec. 21st 2024 max: 26.9 °C
min: 25.9 °C
28.8 m/s
32.8 m/s
43.8 %
20.5 m
78.4 %
1,011 hPa
05:21:02
18:05:17

Cruises to Fatu Hiva

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Scheduled ship calls in Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia
Date Ship Arrival Departure Details
Apr. 28th 2026 Tuesday, 28th of Apr. 2026 Silver Whisper 08:00 am 07:30 pm
May 26th 2026 Tuesday, 26th of May 2026 Silver Whisper 08:00 am 07:30 pm
Jun. 23rd 2026 Tuesday, 23rd of Jun. 2026 Silver Whisper 08:00 am 07:30 pm
Jul. 21st 2026 Tuesday, 21st of Jul. 2026 Silver Whisper 08:00 am 07:30 pm
Aug. 18th 2026 Tuesday, 18th of Aug. 2026 Silver Whisper 08:00 am 07:30 pm

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