COVID-19 Travel Resources

At Venture Tahiti, we are committed to providing the most helpful Tahiti Travel Planning Tools and Resources on the web. Below, you will find comprehensive, real-time information related to traveling to Bora Bora and The Islands of Tahiti during the Coronavirus Pandemic.

COVID-19 Tahiti Travel Update

As of August 11, 2022

Dear Traveler,

Tahiti Removes ALL COVID-19 Related Entry Requirements!

As of August 5, 2022, the government of French Polynesia announced a Complete Easing of COVID Entry Conditions for Tahiti and her Islands.

For Travelers from the United States, here are the highlights:

  1. Travelers are no longer required to complete any health forms prior to arrival.
  2. Travelers will no longer need to provide vaccination status information or documentation (vaccination is not required). Venture Tahiti still encourages all clients to travel with any documentation recommended by their own state and local authorities, if applicable.
  3. COVID-19 testing is no longer required, regardless of vaccination status.

For Non-US Travelers with a Stopover or Transit in the United States:

  1. All travelers with a transit or stopover in the United States should refer to Tahiti Tourisme for current requirements and must still comply with all US entry requirements.

Book with Confidence

Please let us know if you believe these new entry protocols will impact your upcoming trip. We designed our new Book with Confidence! policy to protect you in situations like these. The policy, described in detail below, allows you to apply 100% of your prior payments to new travel dates. We will be glad to help you reschedule your trip once you have new dates in mind.

For More Information

Please scroll down for more Coronavirus Travel News. We constantly add new articles related to Bora Bora, The Islands of Tahiti, and international travel. You may also find our Packing Considerations for travel in the time of COVID-19 very helpful.

As always, feel free to contact us with any questions. Our team of Certified Tahiti Specialists is always happy to help.

Kind regards,

The Venture Tahiti Team
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to buy travel insurance to go to Tahiti?

At the time of this writing, French Polynesia requires that you comply with one of the following:
1) Purchase Travel Insurance covering COVID-19 medical expenses; or
2) Personally assume ALL expenses related to the cost of your healthcare including potential hospitalization, quarantine, or medical evacuation/ repatriation, should you fall ill during your stay in the Islands.

Although you are presented with a choice, Venture Tahiti strongly recommends that you do purchase an independent insurance policy. Please see our Tahiti Travel Tip entitled, "Should I Buy Insurance" for more information or click this link to sort, compare, and purchase travel insurance from multiple providers.

Will I need a COVID-19 test to travel to Tahiti?

As of August 5, 2022, the government of French Polynesia announced a Complete Easing of COVID Entry Conditions for Tahiti and her Islands.

Where can I get tested?

You can find a list of testing centers through this website. There are locations across the country. For additional information on testing centers, please see our Air Tahiti Nui's COVID-19 policies article located below in our COVID-19 Travel Protocols section for more details, including information on the new testing center located at Los Angeles International Airport.

It is the responsibility of the traveler to make sure the test results are available prior to their international flight. Please remember to discuss this with your potential test facility to see if results will be available online or via email to ensure you receive them prior to check-in for your international departure.

When should I get tested?

If you are not currently "fully-vaccinated", you may choose between taking an Antigen Test within 48 hours of departure, or an "RT-PCR" Test within 72 hours of departure.  

For additional information, please see lease see our Tahiti | COVID-19 Entry Requirements page. It is updated on a regular basis.

How do I get tested before returning home?

As of June 12, 2022, air travelers flying to the United States are no longer required to take a COVID-19 test prior to traveling.

What if I test positive for COVID-19?

Venture Tahiti strongly recommends that you purchase a third-party travel insurance policy that protects you in the scenarios covered below. You can compare coverage and pricing and purchase a policy through this link.

Prior to Leaving the United States:
If you are unable to travel to Tahiti because you tested positive for COVID-19 prior to departure, you will be able to apply 100% of your payments toward new travel dates. Venture Tahiti will work with your airline and resorts to reschedule your trip once new dates have been selected.

During Your Stay:
If you test positive during your stay, you will be put in contact with the Health Monitoring Bureau and Ministry of Tourism. They will assist you with a mandatory 10 day quarantine from the date of your positive test.  

If you require medical assistance, you will be transferred to the nearest hospital. If you are asymptomatic or only have mild symptoms, you can stay at your reserved hotel if health conditions permit. Otherwise, you will be transferred back to Tahiti and placed in a dedicated accommodation (most likely a villa rental or a designated hotel) at your expense, if not covered by an insurance policy.

Prior to Returning to the US: If you test positive prior to departing Tahiti at the end of your stay, after taking the required self-test, you will be expected to quarantine for 10 days as described above, at your own expense, if not covered by an insurance policy.

Will I need the vaccine before traveling?

As of May 18, 2022, you are no longer required to be vaccinated prior to traveling to French Polynesia.                                                     

Please see our detailed Entry Requirements for Tahiti.

What if the borders close again for my future travel dates?

If borders are closed for your future travel dates due to COVID-19, your Venture Tahiti Specialist will assist you in rescheduling your trip with new travel dates. Under our Book with Confidence! policy, 100% of your payments will be applied to your amended travel itinerary.

If the borders are closed, can I delay my final payment?

We understand you may be concerned about making a final payment toward your Tahiti vacation or honeymoon if the borders are currently closed. Please contact our Client Services team to inquire about flexibility on your final due date.

If borders remain closed, rest assured that 100% of your payments can be applied to new travel dates under our Book with Confidence! policy, detailed below.

What is it really like traveling to Tahiti right now?

Tahiti reopened to tourists on July 15, 2020. We have sent many happy clients to Tahiti since July, prior to the recent, temporary border closing. Since the second reopening on May 1, 2021, dozens of our clients and colleagues have overwhelmingly provided good feedback mentioning that the new health and safety protocols did not detract from their overall experience. You can read recent feedback in our Client Testimonials section.

Venture Tahiti has also curated a collection of recent articles written by Travel + Leisure and other travel writers about the experience of traveling to French Polynesia during COVID-19. You can find these first-hand accounts in our Tahiti Travel Trends, News & Articles section.

What if I want to cancel or postpone my trip?

Postponing or rescheduling is a more favorable option financially than completely cancelling a trip. If borders are open and the airlines and hotels are operating, we will need to defer to the terms and conditions of the suppliers that were provided at the time of your booking. Many resorts will require a certain amount of advanced notice, but they may also be operating under special conditions with more flexible rules.

Assuming borders are closed or adequate advanced notice has been given (usually 30 days), your prior payments and pre-purchased airfare are held as credits to be applied to your new travel dates, once dates have been selected and new reservations have been confirmed. You can read more about this under our Book with Confidence! policy,

If you have booked through Venture Tahiti, we will work with your resorts and airline to reschedule your itinerary for you. You would not have to select your dates immediately.

Should you prefer to cancel in full, Venture Tahiti will work with the resorts and airlines to cancel your reservations and request any available refunds. We will also work with your suppliers to preserve any credits associated with your non-refundable airfare, insurance policy premiums and non-refundable deposit.  

Where can I find more information?

Below you will find a collection of comprehensive resources concerning many COVID-19 related travel topics including recent news articles on the subject. In addition, we recommend checking your airline’s website as well as Tahiti Tourisme.

Importantly, prior to any international travel, we always recommend visiting the State Department travel website for safety information related to your travel plans. For medical and health information, we recommend visiting the Centers for Disease Control website as well as consulting with your family physician.  

If you have specific questions related to Tahiti travel and would like to speak to a Certified Tahiti Travel Specialist, feel free to schedule a call below. This is complimentary for Venture Tahiti clients.

If you have booked elsewhere, or on your own, we still welcome your questions. However, a small advisory fee will apply.

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