Island Experience: Maitai Lapita Village Huahine
Once upon a lake…
On sacred land rich with history…
A village was built, cradled between freshwater lilies and ocean tides, its name honoring the ancient Lapita people, Polynesia’s early navigators… Welcome to Maitai Lapita Village Huahine!
Set within lush gardens and steeped in ancestral mana (spiritual energy), this boutique retreat is a gateway into Huahine’s soul.
A small on-site museum tells the story of the Lapita culture, revealing the island’s deep-rooted heritage through pottery, tools, and oral traditions.
Located Fare, Huahine’s main village, the property offers the perfect balance between seclusion and cultural immersion.
Here, travelers can walk into town, mingle with locals at the market, or simply absorb the island’s peaceful rhythm.
The architecture is inspired by ancient Polynesian fare va’a, once used to shelter canoes, now reimagined as tranquil lakeside bungalows.
Each structure blends seamlessly into the landscape, reflecting a profound respect for nature and tradition.
From the sandy shoreline, guests are treated to views of Huahine’s sacred peaks. As the sun begins its descent, canoe paddlers cut across the lagoon, training, racing, and celebrating the spirit of the islands.
If you’re lucky, dolphins might join the scene, dancing in the golden light.
Huahine may not be the most visited location in The Islands of Tahiti, but that’s precisely what makes it so special.
For those drawn to authenticity, quiet beauty, and deeper meaning, Maitai Lapita Village is both a sanctuary and a starting point. A sacred space where dreamers, seekers, and storytellers come to listen, connect, and belong.
We love:
- The unique architecture rooted in Polynesian heritage
- The ideal proximity to village life and the local market
- The peaceful lakeside bungalows and their meditative views
Photo credit: Maitai Lapita Village Huahine
