How To Featured 10 ways you can protect what you love As an outdoorsy person, you have the unique opportunity to experience and appreciate the beauty of nature up close. But with that privilege comes a responsibility to protect and advocate for the natural world.
How To Want to start whitewater kayaking? Paddling whitewater is extremely exhilarating and immensely rewarding. Start with some guidance on basic strokes, rolls, rescue procedures and river knowledge. A good grounding in flat water kayaking technique will be a useful start, and you should definitely practice the wet-exit.
French Polynesia Mount Ahutaa A steep climb up the sideline takes you to Mt Ahutaa. This can be done as a circuit.
French Polynesia Afareaitu Waterfalls (’Āfareaitu Cascades) There are many waterfalls in the Ãareaitu local, however, the two main tourist attractions are Vaioro Falls (a.k.a. Afareaitu Cascade) and Putoa Falls (a.k.a. Atiraa Falls). Both are worth seeing, even when they are just trickles in winter.
French Polynesia Magic Mountain (Montagne Magique) Magic Mountain provides extensive views of the coast and coral reefs of Mo'orea. The lush vegetation covering its slopes extends into the valley with rich greens and light blues dominating the landscape.
French Polynesia Pic de l'Uui (Uui Peak) This peak is located on the north west tip of the island and is known as Peak Uui (Pic de l'Uui).
French Polynesia Uufau Pass (Col de Uufau) - Ha'apiti to Amehiti The Uufau Pass, also known as Linareva Pass (Col de Linareva), passes between Mount Mou'apu and Atiati near Mount Tautuapae and provides yet another possibility of crossing Mo'orea north to south.
French Polynesia Vai'are Pass (Col de Vai'are) - Vai'are to Paopao From the village of Vai'are to Paopao in Cook's Bay, this hiking route ascends to the pass which delivers grand views of Mount Orohena (2,241 m) on the island of Tahiti, as well as the whole interior of Mo'orea Island.
French Polynesia Three Pines Pass (Col des Trois Pinus) The Three Pines Pass is a short but enjoyable hike which leads up to three pine trees overlooking the pineapple fields and vast greenery of Opunohu Valley and the ancient volcano.
French Polynesia Three Coconuts Pass (Col des Trois Cocotiers) - Opunohu to Vaianae Three Coconuts Pass is Mo'orea's most popular hike. The trail traverses the ancient volcano to towards the pass between Mount Mou'aroa and Mount Tohive'a and provides superb views over Opunohu Valley.
French Polynesia Mount Atiati Location - Ha'apiti or Amehiti, Mo'orea, French Polynesia Duration - 3-6 hours return depending on route taken Distance - ~7 km return depending on route taken Difficulty - Very strenuous and quite dangerous. No track. Mount Atiati (749 m), also written as Mont Atiati, is located close to the centre
French Polynesia Mount Mou'apū Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Mount Mou'apu, also written Moua Pū, is 762 m in elevation and can be recognised by its iconic archway on it's eastern ridge and its pyramid-like shape. The three main ridges leading up to its summit are steep and minor cliffs make the summit unreachable.
French Polynesia Mount Mou'aroa (Shark's Tooth) Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Mo'orea has many iconic peaks and despite the relatively low altitude, the mountains are among the most vegetated and rugged in the world. Due to the loose soil, vegetated natures, and decomposing volcanic rocks, most of the peaks are considered impossible to climb and many
French Polynesia Mount Ruahiti Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Mount Ruahiti is a peak and is located in Mo'orea, French Polynesia and is 510 meters above sea level, or 76 meters above the surrounding terrain. It is about ~0.5 km wide at its base. On it's northern side is Mt Mou'aroa, on its
French Polynesia Mount Tamarutoofa Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Mount Tamarutoofa, also written as Tamaru toofa and Tamartoofa, is at an elevation of 916 m and is the Tefeo Valley. It is currently unsummited. Much like the rest of Mo'orea, the mountain is comprised of decomposing igneous volcanic rock and is chossy. The slopes
French Polynesia Mount Tohiea Mount Tohiea is a volcanic peak and the highest point on the island of Mo'orea in French Polynesia at 1,207 metres and is located near the island centre.
French Polynesia Mount Rōtui Mount Rotui (899 m) is located on the north side of the island between Opunohu and Cook's Bays. It's a strenuous hike but efforts are well-rewarded with scenic views of the island.
French Polynesia Hikes on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Many of the hikes on Mo'orea start in the lush Opunohu Valley where you are surrounded by unique mahogany trees, giant bamboo, and tropical flowers. In the north, Mount Rotui overlooks picturesque Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Bay and the settlements around Cook's Bay. Inland,
French Polynesia Mountain Biking Trails on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia There is an extensive trail network on Moorea and modern signposts and markers have been installed in 2016. There is a good map of both cycling and hiking trails on the road to Belvedere Lookout - look for the information post on the side of
French Polynesia What to do on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia Location - Mo'orea, French Polynesia Mo'orea, also spelled Moorea, is a South Pacific island that is part of French Polynesia and is often visited by sailboats. It's known for its jagged, volcanic mountains, white sandy beaches, and crystal-clear blue lagoons. In the north, Mount Rotui overlooks the picturesque Ōpūnohu Bay
How To Adventuring Alone into the Wilderness Going out alone is truly something special – it always guarantee the best company. We should all experience it at least once in our lives. It can be quite fulfilling and peaceful because when you venture alone, you are doing only what you choose to do, going where you choose to
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