Sight guide · Tahiti · French Polynesia
Visiting Arahoho Blowhole
On the coast road near Tiarei, waves rush into lava tubes and burst out of a blowhole with a loud whoosh, especially in a heavy swell.
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Quick answer
Arahoho Blowhole is a viewpoint in Tiarei, Tahiti. Allow 20 minutes; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Viewpoint
- Area
- Tiarei
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, kids, nature and photo spot
- Best months
- July–September
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About Arahoho Blowhole
On the coast road near Tiarei, waves rush into lava tubes and burst out of a blowhole with a loud whoosh, especially in a heavy swell. A viewing area sits right beside the road, with the black-sand beach of Tiarei nearby.
Tip: Stay behind the barriers: the spray reaches the road, and the rocks are slippery.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 20 minutes.
- Cost: Free — no ticket needed for the main area.
- Book ahead: not needed; you can simply turn up.
- Where: Tiarei.
Best time to visit Arahoho Blowhole
Arahoho Blowhole is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- July: 28°C (82°F) highs, about 6 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- August: 28°C (82°F) highs, about 6 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- September: 29°C (84°F) highs, about 6 rainy days, busy crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-July the sun sets at about 17:39 local time (calculated for Tahiti).
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Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Tahiti itinerary visits Arahoho Blowhole on day 2, together with Teahupo'o and Faarumai Waterfalls.
- No. 7 of the 14 sights in our Tahiti things-to-do list.
- Day 2 of the 2-day plan.
- Listed in free things to do in Tahiti.
- One of the picks in outdoors in Tahiti.
- A family favourite in Tahiti with kids.
Near Arahoho Blowhole
Also in Tiarei, so you can walk between them:
- Faarumai Waterfalls — 1 hour, free
If you like Arahoho Blowhole
- Marché de Papeete — Papeete, 1 hour
- Teahupo'o — Tahiti Iti, Half a day
- Point Venus — Arue and Mahina, 2 hours
- Papenoo Valley — Papenoo, Half a day
Staying near Arahoho Blowhole
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Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Arahoho Blowhole?
Plan 20 minutes. With Faarumai Waterfalls nearby, it fits a half-day in Tiarei.
+Is Arahoho Blowhole free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Arahoho Blowhole?
July–September for the most comfortable weather. Stay behind the barriers: the spray reaches the road, and the rocks are slippery.
+Do I need to book Arahoho Blowhole in advance?
No: it is free to visit, so you can decide on the day.
+Is Arahoho Blowhole good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Tahiti. Tahiti suits families who enjoy the outdoors: calm lagoon beaches in Punaauia, waterfalls, a blowhole and the evening food trucks.