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Maiao Society Islands

French Polynesia

Prepare for Maiao Society Islands, a French Polynesia cruise port, with useful guidance on going ashore, local currency and language.

Approximate port locationMaiao Society Islands · French Polynesia
At a glancePort call snapshot
DestinationFrench Polynesia
Port typeOcean cruise port
Location-17.6815, -150.6237
CurrencyCFP franc
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Berths, fares and opening times change. Confirm live details with your cruise line and local operators.

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Making the most of Maiao Society Islands

Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.

01

Arriving at the port

Ships moor or anchor in this port, with tenders taking passengers ashore.

Maiao is an 8.8 km² (3.4 sq. mi.) island formation 78 km (48.5 miles) south-west of Moorea and belongs to French Polynesia's Windward Islands, or Îles du Vent in French. It comprises one high island, whose summit reaches 154 metres (505'), and a low island, or motu, winding around its base. Two hypersaline endorheic lagoons, Roto Iti and Roto Rahi, lie within the formation, with another lagoon at its edge. Narrow channels connect every lagoon. Around 300 people live on Maiao.

02

Money

1000 CFP francs are equal to 8.38 euros.

03

Staying connected

French and Tahitian are the official languages.

Find your bearings

Maiao Society Islands port location

The guide coordinates place the port at 17.6815° S, 150.6237° W. Always use the berth details supplied for your sailing as your final arrival reference.

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This guide is for trip planning and may not reflect short-notice operational changes. Your cruise line's instructions and local official information should take priority.