TRAVEL PLANNING
Your Dream Vacation Awaits
Te Mana Travels is now offering our clientele full-service travel services to all destinations worldwide.
Let’s get started creating your perfectly tailored vacation of your dreams. You will have peace of mind when you travel. As an independent affiliate with Travel Experts, we are now a proud member of Virtuoso,the leading global travel agency network specializing in luxury and experiential travel.
THE TEMANA PROCESS
Let The Planning Begin
It all starts with a complimentary discovery call together where we will learn all about what you are envisioning for your travels and introduce you to our services With a planning fee or retainer secured, we will begin planning your itinerary to include every detail of your travels. From domestic, international and inter-island air travel, all properties, private transfers, unique excursions and everything in between, our job is to provide you with a quote and itinerary that matches your dreams, your interests and your budget. On our Traveler Intake Form, we gather all the details needed to provide you with an accurate quote and itinerary.
Explore With Confidence
After we determine an itinerary that works for you, we will continue to fine tune every detail of your travels and offer our 24/7 support before, during and after your travels. Our goal is to provide you with peace of mind as your travel. Wherever you wander, our local contacts in destination are available for you, offering you the support needed to handle any unforeseen issues you may experience. Our digital itineraries, travel documents and easy to use travel apps keep you organized as you travel.
Tell Us All About It
Once you arrive home, we want to hear about your travels! Hearing our client testimonials is one of the most rewarding parts of our job. We’d love to hear all about your adventures and newly created memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s The Weather Like in Tahiti? Do I Need A Passport? Whatever It May Be, get ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
Below are the basic answers to some common questions you may have regarding a Te Mana Travels experience. Feel free to contact us for more information and to answer any questions. We will do our best to help you make the right choices and will assist you every step of the way.
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Tahiti and her islands are two hours behind Pacific Standard Time (PST). During daylight saving time (April-October) they are three hours behind PST.
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The currency is the French Pacific Franc (XPF). Most visitors exchange money at the airport, hotels or the local banks very easily. Most major credit cards are also accepted throughout the islands. We recommend alerting your bank and credit card companies about your dates of international travel prior to your departure. We also advise you to exchange money at your bank in the USA before you arrive in French Polynesia. This eliminates time wasted once you are in the islands!
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French and Tahitian are the official languages. English is also spoken and understood in most tourist areas.
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A wonderful tropical, ideal climate is part of what makes Tahiti and French Polynesia so spectacular. Average air and water temperatures are 80 degrees! The climate is slightly warmer and more humid during the summer months, November through April. A cooler, and slightly dryer climate is experienced in the winter months, May through October.
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One of the best parts of Tahiti and French Polynesia is the casual island vibe. Comfortable, loose fitting fabrics made for being in the sun and outdoors is best. Swimsuits, shorts and casual shirts are perfect for the day. For dinner at most restaurants and resorts, sundresses for women and shorts and sport shirts for men are the norm. Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hats, bug-spray and reef-walking shoes are also must-haves. Click here to check out our recommended packing list.
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No other shots or certifications are needed if traveling from North America.
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The tap water is considered safe in most restaurants and hotels. Bottled water is also readily available.
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Tipping is not obligatory in French Polynesia. However, tipping your local guides 10-20% of your excursions price for outstanding service you receive is much appreciated. Also, for yacht charters in the Islands of Tahiti a 10-20 % tip on total charter price is customary for exemplary service.
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Most hotels and charter boats use 220 volt (European/French) outlets. You will need a converter/adapter from 110-220 volts. USB plugs for charging are also provided in most yacht cabins for smaller electronic devices such as tablets and cell phones.
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The majority of resorts and hotels have complimentary WiFi for their guests. For our charter guests that would like to stay connected while onboard, we recommend easily renting a pocket router at Tahiti WiFi. They are located at the airport upon your arrival into the country.
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We recommend that you consult with your mobile provider before traveling to French Polynesia. To dial from a USA number to a French Polynesian number you will need to dial 001 and then the country code 689 plus the local number.
