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Rangiroa Atoll
in French Polynesia

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Rangiroa Atoll

Rangiroa Atoll est un atoll corallien situé dans l'archipel des Tuamotu, en Polynésie française. Il est le deuxième plus grand atoll du monde et est l'un des plus beaux atolls de Polynésie. Il est situé à environ 350 kilomètres à l'est de Tahiti et à environ 1 500 kilomètres à l'est de la Nouvelle-Calédonie.

Rangiroa est formé par plus de 300 îles et îlots reliés entre eux par des passes. La plus grande île, Tiputa, est située à l'est de l'atoll et abrite la seule ville, Avatoru. L'atoll est entouré par des récifs coralliens qui forment un lagon intérieur étendu, qui est le plus grand lagon intérieur du monde.

Rangiroa est célèbre pour ses eaux claires et ses récifs coralliens abritant une variété de poissons tropicaux et de coraux. Il est également connu pour ses activités de plongée sous-marine et de plongée en apnée, qui offrent des points de vue spectaculaires sur le monde sous-marin.

Rangiroa est une île riche en histoire. Il a été peuplé par les Polynésiens depuis des milliers d'années et était un lieu de commerce et de trafic entre les îles. L'atoll a été découvert par le navigateur européen Louis Antoine de Bougainville en 1768. Il a été colonisé par la France en 1880 et est devenu une partie de la Polynésie française en 1946.

Les habitants de Rangiroa sont principalement des pêcheurs et des marins qui vivent dans les petites villes et les villages autour de l'atoll. La population est principalement d'origine polynésienne et leur culture est conservée dans les traditions et les coutumes locales. La langue principale est le tahitien, mais la plupart des habitants parlent également le français.

Excursion tips for a day in Rangiroa Atoll

Rangiroa Atoll in French Polynesia is a paradise for tourists looking to enjoy some of the best beaches and marine life in the world. Here are some of the activities you can do on a day trip to Rangiroa Atoll:

1. Snorkeling: Explore the vibrant coral reef and its abundant marine life, including tropical fish and sea turtles.
2. Kayaking: Kayak along the lagoon and take in the stunning views of the atoll.
3. Birdwatching: Spot the many species of birds that inhabit the atoll, including the white-tailed tropicbird, the brown booby, and the red-tailed tropicbird.
4. Swimming: Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon and enjoy the warm temperatures.
5. Island-hopping: Take a boat tour and visit nearby islands, such as Tiputa and Tikehau.
6. Shopping: Visit the local markets and souvenir shops to buy traditional arts and crafts.
7. Dining: Sample the local cuisine and enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants.
8. Sightseeing: Visit the beautiful churches and historical sites on the atoll.
9. Relaxing: Take a break and relax on the beach or in a hammock.

Experience Rangiroa Atoll 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 Rangiroa Atoll. 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 Rangiroa Atoll

Le climat à Rangiroa Atoll en Polynésie française est chaud et humide toute l'année, avec des précipitations abondantes. En été (de novembre à avril), les températures sont chaudes et humides, atteignant des maximales de 28 ° C et des minimales de 24 ° C. En hiver (de mai à octobre), les températures sont plus fraîches et les pluies sont moins fréquentes. Les maximales atteignent généralement 24 ° C et les minimales 18 ° C. Les vents soufflent généralement de l'Est et de l'Ouest et peuvent être assez forts. Les températures de l'eau de mer sont généralement comprises entre 24 et 28 ° C.

Cruise weather for Rangiroa Atoll

Our weather forecast for Rangiroa Atoll 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. 12th 2025 Dec. 12th 2025 max: 27.4 °C
min: 26.8 °C
23.4 m/s
25.2 m/s
64.3 %
23.2 m
80.6 %
1,011 hPa
05:14:15
18:14:46
Dec. 13th 2025 Dec. 13th 2025 max: 27.4 °C
min: 26.4 °C
21.6 m/s
23.8 m/s
67.5 %
22.4 m
80.1 %
1,011 hPa
05:14:38
18:15:19
Dec. 14th 2025 Dec. 14th 2025 max: 27.5 °C
min: 26.7 °C
21.6 m/s
24.1 m/s
95.8 %
23.2 m
79.9 %
1,010 hPa
05:15:02
18:15:52
Dec. 15th 2025 Dec. 15th 2025 max: 26.9 °C
min: 25 °C
15.8 m/s
16.2 m/s
100.0 %
22.5 m
79.2 %
1,010 hPa
05:15:27
18:16:25
Dec. 16th 2025 Dec. 16th 2025 max: 27.4 °C
min: 26.3 °C
14.8 m/s
15.8 m/s
54.3 %
23.8 m
76.9 %
1,011 hPa
05:15:53
18:16:57
Dec. 17th 2025 Dec. 17th 2025 max: 27.5 °C
min: 26.4 °C
19.1 m/s
19.1 m/s
83.2 %
22.5 m
78.5 %
1,011 hPa
05:16:19
18:17:29
Dec. 18th 2025 Dec. 18th 2025 max: 27.4 °C
min: 26.8 °C
20.9 m/s
20.5 m/s
87.1 %
24.1 m
74.7 %
1,011 hPa
05:16:46
18:18:00
Dec. 19th 2025 Dec. 19th 2025 max: 27.5 °C
min: 26.7 °C
18.0 m/s
18.7 m/s
96.8 %
23.1 m
77.2 %
1,012 hPa
05:17:14
18:18:31
Dec. 20th 2025 Dec. 20th 2025 max: 27.5 °C
min: 26.8 °C
23.4 m/s
25.2 m/s
71.2 %
22.7 m
79.3 %
1,011 hPa
05:17:43
18:19:01
Dec. 21st 2025 Dec. 21st 2025 max: 27.5 °C
min: 26.7 °C
22.9 m/s
24.7 m/s
7.8 %
23.6 m
77.1 %
1,010 hPa
05:18:13
18:19:31
Dec. 22nd 2025 Dec. 22nd 2025 max: 26.7 °C
min: 26 °C
20.9 m/s
18.4 m/s
67.6 %
22.0 m
76.0 %
1,009 hPa
05:18:43
18:20:00
Dec. 23rd 2025 Dec. 23rd 2025 max: 26.8 °C
min: 26.3 °C
18.4 m/s
20.2 m/s
94.3 %
16.4 m
74.3 %
1,008 hPa
05:19:13
18:20:29
Dec. 24th 2025 Dec. 24th 2025 max: 26.7 °C
min: 25.8 °C
26.6 m/s
26.3 m/s
96.0 %
15.2 m
77.0 %
1,010 hPa
05:19:45
18:20:56
Dec. 25th 2025 Dec. 25th 2025 max: 27.4 °C
min: 25.9 °C
25.9 m/s
25.8 m/s
95.8 %
18.7 m
76.6 %
1,010 hPa
05:20:17
18:21:23
Dec. 26th 2025 Dec. 26th 2025 max: 27.3 °C
min: 26.6 °C
23.4 m/s
24.6 m/s
83.3 %
19.3 m
75.7 %
1,012 hPa
05:20:49
18:21:50

Cruises to Rangiroa Atoll

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Scheduled ship calls in Rangiroa Atoll, French Polynesia
Date Ship Passaengers (min - max) Arrival Departure Details
Jan. 10th 2026 Saturday, 10th of Jan. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 25th 2026 Sunday, 25th of Jan. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 27th 2026 Tuesday, 27th of Jan. 2026 Crystal Serenity 740 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 1st 2026 Sunday, 1st of Feb. 2026 MS Amera 835 08:00 am 02:00 pm
Feb. 11th 2026 Wednesday, 11th of Feb. 2026 Seven Seas Mariner 708 - 779 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 21st 2026 Saturday, 21st of Feb. 2026 Seabourn Quest 450 - 540 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 28th 2026 Saturday, 28th of Feb. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Feb. 28th 2026 Saturday, 28th of Feb. 2026 Seven Seas Navigator 490 - 557 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 3rd 2026 Tuesday, 3rd of Mar. 2026 Seabourn Quest 450 - 540 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Mar. 10th 2026 Tuesday, 10th of Mar. 2026 Seven Seas Navigator 490 - 557 01:30 pm 09:30 pm
Mar. 13th 2026 Friday, 13th of Mar. 2026 Seabourn Quest 450 - 540 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Mar. 15th 2026 Sunday, 15th of Mar. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 21st 2026 Saturday, 21st of Mar. 2026 MS Vista 1218 - 1469 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 27th 2026 Friday, 27th of Mar. 2026 Scenic Eclipse II 228 12:00 am 12:00 am
Apr. 11th 2026 Saturday, 11th of Apr. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
May 10th 2026 Sunday, 10th of May 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
May 16th 2026 Saturday, 16th of May 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
May 31st 2026 Sunday, 31st of May 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Jun. 28th 2026 Sunday, 28th of Jun. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Jul. 26th 2026 Sunday, 26th of Jul. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Aug. 1st 2026 Saturday, 1st of Aug. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Aug. 23rd 2026 Sunday, 23rd of Aug. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Sep. 20th 2026 Sunday, 20th of Sep. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Sep. 26th 2026 Saturday, 26th of Sep. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Oct. 7th 2026 Wednesday, 7th of Oct. 2026 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 06:30 am 12:30 pm
Oct. 15th 2026 Thursday, 15th of Oct. 2026 MS Riviera 1258 - 1447 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Oct. 17th 2026 Saturday, 17th of Oct. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Nov. 1st 2026 Sunday, 1st of Nov. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Nov. 1st 2026 Sunday, 1st of Nov. 2026 MS Zaandam 1432 - 1718 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Nov. 4th 2026 Wednesday, 4th of Nov. 2026 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 06:30 am 12:30 pm
Nov. 28th 2026 Saturday, 28th of Nov. 2026 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 09:00 am 02:30 pm
Dec. 2nd 2026 Wednesday, 2nd of Dec. 2026 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 06:30 am 12:30 pm
Dec. 5th 2026 Saturday, 5th of Dec. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Dec. 27th 2026 Sunday, 27th of Dec. 2026 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 11:00 am 05:00 pm
Dec. 30th 2026 Wednesday, 30th of Dec. 2026 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 06:30 am 12:30 pm
Jan. 13th 2027 Wednesday, 13th of Jan. 2027 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 06:30 am 12:30 pm
Jan. 19th 2027 Tuesday, 19th of Jan. 2027 Vasco da Gama 1260 - 1512 07:30 am 05:00 pm
Jan. 25th 2027 Monday, 25th of Jan. 2027 MS Artania 1188 - 1260 09:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 27th 2027 Wednesday, 27th of Jan. 2027 LE JACQUES CARTIER 184 - 264 06:30 am 12:30 pm
Feb. 6th 2027 Saturday, 6th of Feb. 2027 Crystal Serenity 740 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 7th 2027 Sunday, 7th of Feb. 2027 Seabourn Quest 450 - 540 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 15th 2027 Monday, 15th of Mar. 2027 MS Amadea 508 - 624 10:00 am 04:00 pm
May 1st 2027 Saturday, 1st of May 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
May 9th 2027 Sunday, 9th of May 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 08:30 am 04:00 pm
Jun. 6th 2027 Sunday, 6th of Jun. 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Jun. 12th 2027 Saturday, 12th of Jun. 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Jul. 4th 2027 Sunday, 4th of Jul. 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 08:30 am 04:00 pm
Aug. 1st 2027 Sunday, 1st of Aug. 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Aug. 7th 2027 Saturday, 7th of Aug. 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 07:30 am 04:00 pm
Aug. 29th 2027 Sunday, 29th of Aug. 2027 LE PAUL GAUGUIN 352 08:30 am 04:00 pm

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