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Ua Huka
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Ua Huka, one of the smallest islands of the Marquesas, lies 50 km east of Nuku Hiva and 56 km north-east of Ua Pou. This wild and deep universe offers a preserved nature with steep slopes and desertic plateaux. A few islets are home to thousands of birds who find them an ideal nestling site. The wide greenish areas are the goats' domains as well as the one of more than 3000 wild horses which one can see on the only road of the island. More than 144 varieties of citrus fruits are to be found at the arboretum of Papuakeiha, alongside plants of rare essentials oils and acclimatized species.
Ua Huka also hosts interresting archeological sites such as Vaikivi petroglyphs and the superb tikis of Hane. There are 4 museums to visit and the one in Vaipaee has great symbolic value for the heritage-proud Marquesans: tikis, finely carved sculptures, a variety of jewellery and period photos. Ua Huka's sculptors are the most famous in the Marquesas and they display their works in the villages' craft centers. The inhabitants live quietly and welcome you with a warm and happy smile.
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Districts :
Vaipaee, Hane and Hokatu.Population :
571 inhabitants.Surface area :
84 sq km.Do not miss :
- Vaipaee archeological museum,
- Papuakeikaha arboretum,
- Hane marine museum,
- Hokatu geological museum,
- museum of wood,
- the footstep cave (where traces of footprints are left in the sand),
- the Vaikivi petroglyphs,
- the archeological site of Meiaute,
- the beautiful beaches of Manihina, Hane, Haavei and Hatuana.
Things to do :
- Hiking,
- horse back riding,
- visit of the different villages,
- visit of the archeological sites,
- deep-sea fishing
Practical information :
- Bank: no,
- Post office: yes,
- Public phone: yes, 1 public call box in each village,
- Shops: yes. A few grocery stores,
- Restaurants: there is only one restaurant in Hane, auberge Hitikau, but some guesthouses open their restaurant to visitors. We recommend half board (breakfast and diner) so lunch can be taken during excursions.
- Medical care: yes, 1 infirmary
Flight schedule :
AIR TAHITI time-table and fares
Our accommodations in Ua Huka :
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Package 3 night(s) from 592 Euros per person *
Including flights Tahiti/Ua Huka/Tahiti, transfers airport/accommodation/airport, 3 nights in garden bungalow with half board and VAT. Validity from January, 1 to December, 2010.
Rates per person, based on a double occupancy (2 persons per room). Packages and list of accommodation subject to change without notice. VAT and RPT taxes are included. Stay taxes are not included and are to be paid directly to the lodges and hotels. All our packages and island combos can be modified to suit individual needs and personal interests, as well as budget and schedule.(provided the domestic flight schedule as well as aircraft availability and accommodations allow it). Rates available only for Internet sales, for passengers located outside French Polynesia.
