How do I get to Rangiroa atoll?
By Air: by far the most convenient way to get to Rangiroa. You can fly directly to Rangiroa from Tahiti (55 mins) and Bora Bora but can also get there by passing through other atolls in the archipelago. Rangiroa itself is connected to other neighboring atolls, including Fakarava and Tikehau.
How many days Rangiroa?
Four full days on the atoll should allow for 4-6 dives plus seeing all the surrounding highlights. For more information about Rangiroa and French Polynesia, check out these recommended guides.
What is the meaning of Rangiroa?
Rangiroa, or Ra’iroa, means “endless skies” which makes it the perfect name. The local people in Rangiroa mostly live on two of the hundreds of motu circling the atoll: Tiputa and Avatoru.
How wide is Rangiroa?
Rangiroa
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Area | 1,446 km2 (558 sq mi) (lagoon) 79 km2 (31 sq mi) (above water) |
| Length | 80 km (50 mi) |
| Width | 32 km (19.9 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 12 m (39 ft) |
How do I get from Rangiroa to Tikehau?
Tikehau is served by Air Tahiti with frequent non-stop and one-stop flights from Papeete and regular flights from Rangiroa. The non-stop flight time from Papeete is fifty-five minutes and the flight time from Rangiroa is twenty minutes, both offer great ways to get to Tikehau.
Which is the biggest atoll in the world?
The Largest Atolls In The World
| Rank | Name | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Great Chagos Bank | 12,642 |
| 2 | Reed Bank | 8,866 |
| 3 | Macclesfield Bank | 6,448 |
| 4 | North Bank (Ritchie Bank, north of Saya de Malha Bank) | 5,800 |
What is the largest atoll in French Polynesia?
Rangiroa
Rangiroa is the largest atoll of the Islands of Tahiti, and the second-largest atoll in the world.