POLYNESIA
YACHT CHARTER
Polynesia offer all the types of yacht charter such as bareboat charter (monohull, catamaran), crewed yacht charter (monohull, catamaran) and luxury yacht charter.
Seasons
Low season : from February to April
High season : from September to January
Medium season : May, June, July & August
Climate
French Polynesia enjoys tropical, warm and humid weather all year round. A warm rainy season lasts from November to April, and a relatively cool dry season from May to October. The rest of the year rain is rare and temperatures constantly high, tempered sometimes by refreshing breezes. Except in the Marquesas and the northern Tuamotus, rainfall is abundant, falling in violent showers. The water temperature ranges from 79°F to 84°F (26°C to 29°C) making for extremely pleasant bathing all year round.
Airport
Tahiti (PPT)
Bareboat qualification
To charter a sailing yacht it is only necessary for one crew member to have a valid skipper resume.
Bareboat qualification level : 4/5
Currency : Pacific Franc (CSP).
Language : French and Tahitian.
|  |  |  |  |  |  | French Polynesia, situated right in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, consists of five island groups of volcanic origin; the Society Islands, the Marquesas, Tuamotu, Gambier and the Austral Ridge. French Polynesia is located in the heart of the Pacific about a 6 hour flight from Los Angeles and approximately 7 hours flight from Australia and New Zealand.
French Polynesia is one off the Pacific's favorite tourist destinations for yacht charter, with popular destinations such as the islands of Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea and Rangiroa.
Enjoy the best of this area's easy sailing ground. Rent a bicycle and explore the island's lush green walkways, waterfalles, grottos and hidden caverns.
A sailing yacht charter vacation in Tahiti, French Polynesia, is the best way to explore this paradise. And the only way to completely appreciate the Islands of Tahiti, is on a yacht charter. A sailing yacht charter will provide you with a unique opportunity to explore the Polynesian Islands, which are otherwise, difficult to get around. Charter guests have been captured by the beauty and romance of Polynesia.
Navigation conditions :
Ideal sailing conditions for yacht charter can be experienced from April through to the end of October with sunny weather and good easterly trade winds.Navigation in the leeward islands is easy, with relatively short distances between islands. Lagoon entrances are well marked with buoys. The area is not tidal, making for very easy sailing.
Normal Wind Direction
From April to June and September to October winds generally blow in an easterly direction between 10-15 knots. July and August can be windier periods and you may experience occasional heavy rainfall between November and March.
Practical informations :
Local Time : - 10 heures GMT
Electricity : 110/220 volts AC, 60Hz. US-style two-pin plugs are in use.
A valid passport is required. US citizens do not require a visa for a stay of up to one month. Extension is possible after arrival.
Starting points and navigation zones :
Base of Raiatea and Bora Bora : Starting Point to : the Society Islands
(One way : Raiatea, Huahine, Bora Bora)
Fakarava et Rangiroa : Starting Point to : Tua Motu Archipelago
Nuku Hiva et Hiva Oa : Starting Point to : the Marquesas
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Windward islands specializes in the charter of sailing boat and crewed boat charters worldwide (monohull, catamaran and motoryacht).
We offer our services (over 3500 boats and yachts in 40 destinations) out of our agencies based in :
| London | + 44 20 3080 1023
| | San Francisco | + 1 650 343 0717
| | Fort Lauderdale | + 1 305 433 4818
| | Durban | + 27 82 449 8404
| | New Zealand | + 64 21 036 1863
| | Montreal | + 1 514 312 8534
| | Sydney | + 61 2 8003 7151
| | Paris | + 33 1 45 22 26 52
| | Rome | + 39 333 3012856
| | Hong Kong | + 852 2986 4371
| | Geneva | + 41 7 65 65 32 45
| | Barcelona | +34 93 221 8431
| | West Indies | + 596 696 73 37 39
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LONDON
: + 44 20 3080 1023
SAN FRANCISCO
: + 1 650 343 0717