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Things to see in Quai Paul Gauguin (French Polynesia): 18 places and when to go
Quai Paul Gauguin is a town in French Polynesia, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Mountains (6), Temples (3). The best known are Mount Tohivea, Cook's Bay and Mont Rotui. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: March to April and November. In December there are 13 h 02 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 58. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- French Polynesia · -17.4921, -149.8717
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (9) · Mountains (6) · Temples (3) · With kids (3) · Wildlife (2) · Beaches (1)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- March to April and November.
- Nearest airport
- PPT Papeete, 29 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Tohivea, at 1,207 m.
What to see in Quai Paul Gauguin
The places in and around Quai Paul Gauguin, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount TohiveaMountain in France8.4 km
- Cook's BayBay in France5.5 km
- Mont RotuiNature · Mountains4.1 km
- Opunohu BayBay in Moorea-Maiao, France2.0 km
- Mt TautuapaeMountain in France3.5 km
- Baie VaïareBay in France10 km
- église de la Sainte-Famille de HaapitiChurch located in Polynésie française, in France8.1 km
- église Saint-Joseph de PaopaoChurch located in Polynésie française, in France5.2 km
- PuuroaSummit in France10 km
- Mont RuahitiSummit in France7.0 km
- Sommet TuputupuraaSummit in France9.9 km
- Église Saint-PatriceChurch located in Polynésie française, in France11 km
- LagoonariumWith kids · Wildlife11 km
- Moorea Beach VillasBeaches3.4 km
- Moorea Blue DivingDive site7.3 km
- Moorea Dolphin CenterWith kids · Wildlife2.3 km
- Moorea Manahere Adventure - location & excursion privée bateauWith kids3 m
- Te Fare NaturaMuseum3.7 km
When to go to Quai Paul Gauguin
The best time to visit Quai Paul Gauguin is May to October; also possible: March to April and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not12:56
- FebBetter not12:34
- MarPossible12:07
- AprPossible11:36
- MayBest time11:11
- JunBest time10:58
- JulBest time11:03
- AugBest time11:25
- SepBest time11:54
- OctBest time12:24
- NovPossible12:50
- DecBetter not13:02
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 13 h 02 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 58. In May, 18 of the 18 places are at their best.
When to go to French Polynesia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Quai Paul Gauguin
The nearest main airport is Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT, Papeete), 29 km as the crow flies. How to get around French Polynesia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
And all of French Polynesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Quai Paul Gauguin?
The best known: Mount Tohivea, Cook's Bay, Mont Rotui, Opunohu Bay, Mt Tautuapae. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Quai Paul Gauguin?
May to October; also possible: March to April and November. In December there are 13 h 02 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 58.
How do you get to Quai Paul Gauguin?
The nearest main airport is Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT), 29 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Quai Paul Gauguin as the destination and these 18 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- French PolynesiaBefore travelling to French Polynesia: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. It is French territory but it isn't in Schengen, and that has two consequence…
- Nature76 places for nature in French Polynesia, from Mont Orohena to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: May to October. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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