Tikehau
The famed “pink sand island” of Tikehau is a beautiful place to spend any vacation. These pink beaches ring the island in an oval that creates a breathtaking view from land, sea, or air and have been featured on many postcards all over the world. Travelers often take millions of pictures each year to take home and show friends and family or post on the Internet of this beautiful island and her magnificent scenery.
Not only does this island have the most beautiful beaches in the world, it also has one of the highest fish populations in the world. The ratio of fish to people here is so high in fact, that Jacques Cousteau's group researched the island and the fish and found that it has the highest number of fish in all the atolls in the Tuamotu atolls. Due to this high concentration, fishing is the main industry here, and many locals have “fish parks” that they share with other families. These fish parks are underwater areas that are fenced in to trap different fish for food and income, as they ship these fish off all over the French Polynesian islands to shops, restaurants, and grocery stores.
Getting To and Around Tikehau
Since this island is a major source of food for most of the French Polynesian islands, Air Tahiti has many flights in and out during the day and you can arrange travel to and from the airport through your hotel or travel agent. While there is no public transportation here on Tikehau, you can find a wide variety of ways to get around the island on your stay. From walking, hiking, scooters, boating, or biking, you can always find the perfect way to travel the island for your excursions here.
Restaurants
Expect to find some of the best sea food dishes this side of heaven here on Tikehau. With it's wonderful mix of international foods and traditional Polynesian dishes, the restaurants here on Tikehau are not to be missed while on your stay here. Be sure to try some of the traditional dishes, as they will blow your socks off with flavor and tastes that you have never tried before!
Hotels and Lodging on Tikehau
A beautiful crown of pink-sand beaches, Tikehau is as picturesque as a postcard. It is one of the most beautiful atolls in Polynesia and the fragrance in the air will have you breathing in beauty itself. In the pristine, bright-blue water, fish seem to outnumber people one-billion-to one. Jacque Cousteau said that Tikehau's lagoon has the highest concentration of fish in all of the atolls.
The Tikehau Pearl Beach Resort is located on a secluded white sandy beach and offers its guests 14 beach bungalows and 16 over water bungalows. They are all designed in true Polynesian style. You will enjoy a fan, mini bar, coffee/tea making facilities, direct dial phone, safe, television, and private veranda. If you rent an over water bungalow you can enjoy the beautiful underwater life of the lagoon through a glass section in the floor. There is a pool side bar and restaurant for the vacationers to enjoy. You can even enjoy a live dinner show while you dine on the delicious cuisine. This is the idyllic setting to view the sparkling stars above. There are many activities for you to enjoy here, from kayaks to scuba diving. You will find something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Romance on Tikehau
Like all the French Polynesian islands, Tikehau is one of the most romantic spots this side of Heaven. From the white sand beaches to the pink sand beaches, these are truly the places for romantic dinners or picnics, and you can always find a quiet spot to enjoy. You can also check with your resort on any specials that they offer for honeymooners or wedding parties, as all Tahitians love a great, romantic wedding ceremony. There are many other romantic ideas to take advantage of while here, like private sails for two and candlelit dinners on the beach.