Society Islands

Travel 

• Air Tahiti Nui - Los Angeles to Tahiti

• United Airways - San Francisco to Tahiti

Travelers must book a 50 minute flight from Tahiti to Raiatea on Air Tahiti Nui, multipe flights operate daily and range from $100 - $200 round trip.

 Starting Marina & Meet Up Location 

Marina Base: Marina Uturoa, Raiatea

By Air: Fly direct to Tahiti via the international airport in Papeete, the capital of Tahiti. Internal flights between Papeete and Raiatea are with Air Tahiti. Airport transfers can be made on request and the base is close to the airport and from Uturoa, the capital of the Leeward Islands. There are also flights to Raiatea from: Moorea, Maupiti, Bora Bora, and Huahine.

Arrival: First night is spent at the marina in Uturoa, Raiatea. Official meet up time is at 6:00 pm and arrive anytime on Day 1 and you can leave your luggage at the marina office and take a taxi to explore Raiatea. 

Disembarking: We must be off the boat by 9:00 am the final day of the charter. A regional flight can be made for anytime after 12:00 pm. 

Provisioning

Sailing Collective will provision your journey with local foods and produce.  Cooking Aboard: Your Sailing Collective chef/crew is incredibly talented and can handle the group's needs with ease. We are all about participation and learning, so if you'd like to help, just ask and we'll get you involved! Collective groups may choose to dine out more times than scheduled if the group or individuals choose.

• Included in provisioning package: 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners, Light Snacks, Water, Coffee & Tea

• Not included in provisioning package: Soft Drinks, Alcohol, Wine, Beer, etc.

Dietary Restrictions: Important to notify your Sailing Collective representative of any dietary restrictions ahead of time and fill out details in Guest Form

Travel Tips

• We recommend soft luggage and to pack light. Excess luggage can be costly in the regions especially on the smaller planes between Papeete and the other islands to Raiatea. There is also limited space to leave your large luggage and you may have to keep your hard luggage in your cabin. 

• Clothing

  : Don't complicate things folks! Shorts, a pair of long pants, t-shirts, a dress shirt, a party shirt, a hat, deck shoes, water shoes, sunglasses, and you're good! We're in paradise remember and not much is needed! You'll probably experience some rain so don't forget to bring a light raincoat as well. 

• Dress code: 

  Ladies, please be mindful of local and cultural norms, bathing suits in the villages is not recommended without a shawl or a coverup as the locals are not used to semi-nude people. Guys, you'll want to have a t-shirt on when in the villages as well. 

• Snorkeling Gear

  : Basic gear is provided but if you have your own mask, you may want to pack it. 

• Mosquitoes

  : They can be a problem when exploring ashore so please pack quality repellent especially if you have allergies. 

Additional Cost

• Recommended $300 – $600 in spending money depending on spending habits

• Additional food and beverages including alcohol

• All expenses on shore including meals and drinks

• Flights and transportation to and from the marina location

Gratuity 

Tipping is welcomed - 10% to 20% is common and gratuity is split evenly between crew members.