Written by : Lisa DI SALVIA
Do you dream of immersing yourself in the unspoiled nature of Polynesia? The Papenoo Valley, with its imposing mountains and breathtaking landscapes, offers you an unforgettable electric mountain bike (E-MTB) adventure. If you want to experience both thrills and total immersion in the wild beauty of the island, here are three options that I recommend: Local Motion Tour for a memorable guided outing, Tahiti VAE Explorer where a former mountain bike champion will show you the valley in an intimate and authentic way, or Poevelo Tahiti, for those who prefer to rent a bike and explore at their own pace.
©Tahiti Tourisme
Option 1: Local Motion Tour – The must-do electric mountain bike ride in the Papenoo Valley!
Explore 36 km of breathtaking trails by electric mountain bike with Local Motion Tour, enjoying the lush beauty of the Papenoo Valley. Accompanied by your local guide, Teiki, you’ll discover crystal-clear rivers, breathtaking waterfalls, and breathtaking panoramas.
The electric mountain bike is ideal for adjusting your effort to suit your mood: activate the assistance to make the climb easier or reduce it for more of a challenge! And the icing on the cake is that you can stop to swim in the rivers and admire the Puraha waterfall, the lake, and much more.
Includes: Helmet, gloves, 1.5L of water, transfer, lunch, and tour photos
Price: €169 or around 20 000XPF
Duration: 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Book here : Local Motion Tour sur Tripadvisor
Contact : 89 71 72 31 / localmotiontour@gmail.com
©Local Motion Tour
Option 2: Tahiti Vae Explorer – The intimate experience with a former mountain bike champion
If you are looking for a more intimate adventure, Tahiti Vae Explorer is the option for you. Thierry Tonnelier, former mountain bike champion and certified coach, takes you on the Polynesian trails to help you discover Tahiti as you’ve never seen it before. Personalized tours, mountain biking initiation… Everything is there for you to have a tailor-made experience, in a group or private.
Price: On request
Book here : Tahiti Vae Explorer sur Facebook
Contact : 89 32 56 37 / vaeexplorer@gmail.com
©Tahiti Vae Explorer
Option 3: Poevelo Tahiti – Mountain bike rental to explore at your own pace
Prefer to go on an adventure alone? With Poevelo Tahiti, rent an electric mountain bike at the entrance to the Papenoo Valley and explore at your own pace. Ride for 2 hours to reach the Puraha waterfall and savor the fresh air and beauty of this unspoiled place. Total freedom for those who want to be in control of their journey!
Price : 7000 XPF for the day (8am – 5pm)
Book here : Poevelo Tahiti sur Facebook
Contact : 87 75 12 25
©Poevelo Tahiti
Whether you choose a guided tour or a rental to explore at your own pace, one thing is certain: you’ll have an incredible adventure in the heart of Tahiti. So, are you ready to hit the trails of Papenoo Valley? Nature is calling! 🌿🚴♀️
