Does Tahiti get a lot of hurricanes?

Does Tahiti get a lot of hurricanes? There actually ARE NO hurricanes in Tahiti (or anywhere in the South Pacific). That's not as good news as you might think--it's because they're not called hurricanes in that region, they're called cyclones :-). But there is good news: cyclones are rare, with the last powerful one occurring in 1982.

Is Tahiti cheaper than the Maldives?

A vacation in the Maldives tends to be more expensive than one in Tahiti too. The first reason for that is the Maldives focuses almost exclusively on upmarket resorts, and subsequently very few other accommodation options exist.

Are sharks a problem in Tahiti?

Despite their fierce reputation, sharks are generally inoffensive because of the abundance of other prey in the waters of The Islands of Tahiti.

Is Tahiti in danger of tsunami?

Tsunamis in Tahiti are very rare. There have only been 13 in the past 150 years, usually due to seismic events elsewhere in the Pacific. Other natural disasters such as tropical storms are more common.

When not to go to Tahiti?

Tahiti really only experiences two distinct seasons: Winter brings less rain and pleasant temperatures while the summertime – November through April – can be quite hot and humid (especially December), not to mention rainy.

Do I need vaccinations for Tahiti?

The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Tahiti: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza. Shot lasts 2 years.

Is Tahiti better than Maldives?

Scenery. Both countries have stunning turquoise waters, and pristine white sandy beaches. Tahiti has a mountain backdrop and beautiful lagoons. In the Maldives it has a more “deserted” island feel as there is usually nothing but water in the horizon.

What island gets hit by the most hurricanes?

Which is better Tahiti or Bora Bora?

Does Bora Bora get a lot of hurricanes?

Cyclones in Bora Bora? Bora Bora is out of the main cyclone/ hurricane belt, so it is rare, but it can happen. If you want to avoid the rare chance of a hurricane occurring while you are staying , book outside of November, December, January and February.

Has Bora Bora ever been hit by a tsunami?

Despite being situated close to a tectonic plate border, Bora Bora is not thought to be particularly vulnerable to tsunamis. There haven't been any recent tsunamis in the region, despite the island's distance from the Pacific's main earthquake zones.

What can you not take to Tahiti?

Strictly prohibited imports include live animals, all plant material, flowers, fruits, and cultured pearls of non-French Polynesian origin. Naturally, any weapons, ammunition, and narcotics are prohibited outright.

Does Tahiti ever get cold?

Tahiti is home to a warm, tropical climate and can be broken up into two seasons, summer from November to February and winter from April to September. There is no real temperature difference between the seasons as the winter months are only slightly cooler, but never cold.