1. Pink Sand Beaches
Tikehau atoll wonder.
Best Beaches in French Polynesia 2026
Your complete guide to the top 9 beaches in French Polynesia
French Polynesia offers 9 incredible beaches, from Atlantic and Pacific coastlines to secluded coves. Whether you're looking for family fun, world-class surfing, or peaceful relaxation, we've researched every beach to help you find your perfect destination.
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2. Tahiti Black Sand
Historic lighthouse black sand.
3. Temae Beach
Wide public beach with views of Tahiti.
4. Fakarava
UNESCO Biosphere shark wall.
5. Fakarava
Biosphere reserve pink sand.
6. La Plage de Maui
White sands on Tahiti Iti.
7. Matira Beach
Bora Bora's most famous white sand beach.
8. Opunohu Bay
Black sand stunning mountains.
9. Plage de Maui
White sand snack bar lagoon.