Piharamata
Sales Assistant
In a few words
Born and raised in Tahiti, I used to be lulled by the waves, as I spent most of my vacations at my grand parents’ in Takapoto, within the Tuamotu archipelago.
I studied in Tahiti and was determined to become a teacher but then I went abroad for the first time of my life and the idea of working in the tourism industry came to my mind.
Naturally, I decided to go to the Hotel School of Tahiti but instead of choosing the tourism sector, I took a chance and applied for the hotel-restaurant field.
I started my career in Bora Bora and quickly took pride in sharing our culture, value our history, our heritage, the beauty of our archipelagos.
Even now, I am glad to keep telling the stories of our islands through my job, because every island is unique and I am thrilled to help you explore this diversity thanks to Moana Voyages.
Your ideal stay in French Polynesia?
3 days in Bora Bora: known as “Paradise on Earth”, this island is definitely a must-see. Go round the island with a boat, taste a yummy picinic on a “motu” and explore the whole island with a 4×4 excursion, a bike or even a buggy! Make the most of your stay by observing the canons of WWII and getting to know the history behind it.
2 days in Rangiroa: to visit at least one atoll and getting to know what it feels like to feel utterly alone on an island, surrounded by coconut trees only. Here, there are no mountains, noting but a “pool motu” in which you can swim and discover an unprecedented fauna and flora.
2 days in Nuku Hiva: to ride a horse, surrounded by a wild and lush nature and enjoy the panoramic view from the great cliffs.
2 days in Rimatara: to talk with the “mama” who weave remarkable bags out of pandanus leaves and get to know where they get their dexterity from.
2 days in Rikitea: to learn everything you need to know about the black pearl and take a look at all these shades.
To me, the ideal stay in Polynesia implies to visit an island of each archipelago so as to have a glimpse of the diversity of the Polynesian languages, the various cultures and lifestyles of its inhabitants.
Your favorite place in French Polynesia?
Without a doubt, Bora Bora ! Since 2015, I have spent most of my holidays there with friends and family to fish, make the most of the mesmerizing lagoon, the breathtaking landscapes and the sight from the canons during sunset.
Your favorite restaurant?
The Bloody Mary’s in Bora Bora, a must-try ! Some even say “if you have never ever been to the Bloody Mary’s, you can barely say you went to Bora Bora”. There you can find anything: from Polynesian to international food but what I like most is to eat with my feet in the sand…