Temae Beach (Plage Temae)

Overview

Temae Beach is a breathtaking white-sand beach located on the northern coast of Moorea, offering stunning views of the lagoon and the distant island of Maupiti. It's a popular spot for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing in the shade of coconut trees.

One of the most beautiful and accessible beaches in Moorea, known for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life.

Swimming Snorkeling Relaxation

Location

Address

Temae, Moorea

Neighborhood: Temae

Coordinates

-17.536100, -149.840300

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday Open 24 hours

tuesday Open 24 hours

wednesday Open 24 hours

thursday Open 24 hours

friday Open 24 hours

saturday Open 24 hours

sunday Open 24 hours

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Morning

Calm waters and fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3-4 hours

Full Experience

Half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

Warm and humid

• Blooming flora
• Warmer waters

summer

Warmer and humid

• Longer daylight hours

autumn

Cooler and dry

• Cooler breezes

winter

Cooler and dry

• Cooler temperatures

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Bring sunscreen
Rent snorkel gear
Check tide times

What to Bring

essential

Swimwear Towel Sunscreen

seasonal

Light rain jacket Warmer layers

not allowed

Glass containers Pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: Low

• Strong currents
• Sun exposure

Medical facilities: Nearby medical center

Payment Information

Accepted

Cash, Credit cards

Currency

Pacific Franc (XPF)

Typical Costs

parking $3

snorkel gear rental $10

food $15-20

Dress Code

Swimwear, Light clothing, swim shoes, Flip-flops or water shoes, Heavy footwear, Inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• Not required
• Local tour operators
• Flexible
• N/A

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Moorea Guide

Size: 30 MB

Features: Maps, Tide times, Local events

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Nearby cafes

Charging Stations: Nearby facilities

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Temae Airport (MOZ)

Distance: 1 km

Travel Time: 5 minutes

taxi

$5 5 min

walking

$0 15 min

From City Center

Distance: 10 km

bus

$2 20 min

taxi

$15 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Beautiful natural setting, great for family outings

Historical Significance: Traditional gathering place for local communities

Insider Tips

Best snorkeling spots marked by buoys
Local cafes offer fresh tropical fruit

Local Recommendations

• Try local poisson cru
• Visit the nearby Tiki Village

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Iorana

thank_you Mauruuru

where_is E aha

how_much E pehe

beautiful Maitai

ticket Tiketi

Guide Languages: French, English, Tahitian

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Beach entrance

Best Time: Morning

Tips: Wide-angle shots

Result: Beautiful beach views

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Photography Rules

allowed areas Beach and lagoon

prohibited areas Private properties

flash photography Allowed

commercial photography Permit needed

drone policy Restricted

tripod policy Allowed

selfie sticks Allowed

Nearby Attractions

Tiki Village

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Cultural attraction

Lagoonaire Hotel

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Hotel

Reviews

4.7

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early for best spots"
"Bring your own snacks"
"Great for snorkeling"

Contact Information

+689 40 95 10 10

info@moorea.com

www.moorea.com

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