Book cheap flights to French Polynesia

You can go to French Polynesia anytime you wish; however, some periods are more ideal than others. Knowing the best times does make your vacation much more enjoyable. July and August sees the best weather (balmy and dry), but this means that there is an influx of tourists seizing the unbelievable weather and accompanying picturesque island scenery. To witness Tahitian culture in full bloom, attend the Heiva I Tahiti festival in July. The outer islands are at their capacity during August, therefore, you are encouraged to book well in advance if you wish to visit during this time. Austral winter (May to October) is the dry season, with temperatures averaging around 28 degrees Celsius. The Austral summer (November to April) is the wet season and tourists can expect rain along with concentrated sunshine. Tourists should note that storms can arise between November and March.

South African passport holders do require a passport to enter French Polynesia. Your passport must have 6 months validity, and have at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.

French Polynesia Embassy in Cape Town:

78 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town

All travellers going to French Polynesia must be up-to-date with all routine vaccinations. These vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, varicella (chickenpox), polio and your yearly flu shot. The government of French Polynesia requires proof of yellow fever vaccination, if you are arriving from a country with the risk of yellow fever.

French Polynesia is a safe destination to tour. Tourists are still encouraged to remain cautious throughout their trip.

Safety tips for French Polynesia:

• Do not leave your valuables unattended on the beach.
• Do not flash any electronics, including cameras, tablets and cellphones.
• Bring along a pair of sandshoes which is needed for walking on the coral.
• When snorkeling, be aware of moray eels.