Currency
CFP Franc (XPF)
Language
French, Tahitian
Time Zone
SST (UTC-10)
Best Time to Visit
Sep–Apr
Typical Duration
7-20 nights
Price Range
From $50 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Raiatea is a gateway to French Polynesia's stunning lagoons and pristine coral atolls, offering cruisers access to some of the South Pacific's most exclusive and unspoiled island experiences.
Cruises that visit Raiatea
- cruises to Raiatea
- Raiatea sailings
- Raiatea cruises
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 13-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 13-night Silversea cruise
- 13-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 13-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 13-night Seabourn cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 16-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 16-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 16-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 17-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 17-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 18-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 18-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 18-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 18-night Silversea cruise
- 18-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 22-night Silversea cruise
Build Your Day in Raiatea
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Marae Taputapuatea
Free, self guided tour.
Hôtel Raiatea Lodge
We visited the Raiatea Lodge for dinner and had a fantastic meal.
Opoa Beach Hotel
Fantastic food, wonderful bungalows, delightful service.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
ARE Tours Raiatea
Highly recommend this activity 😍🌿🌺 our guide was amazing !!
Raiatea Botanical Garden
Very nice walk, with a brief history of Polynesia bonus tidy clean toilets
Fish & Blue
The food was amazing, service great and wine list impressive.
Closed · Opens 4:30 PM
Snack Tonoi
Fresh and delicious food on the water in a lovely garden setting.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Raiatea
Raiatea 😍 The "Sacred Island" of French Polynesia!
Patisserie Bon Apetahi
Dine-in·Takeout
Restaurant Villa Ixora
Best coconut milk fish I’ve had so far in French Polynesia.
Closed · Opens 11:15 AM
Restaurant Fare Vainui
Probably the best food in Raiatea.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Wed
Raiatea Pearl
It was the highlight of our trip.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
RAIATEA BLUE LAGOON
This is my favourite tour of my 3 week trip in French Polynesian !
Opens soon · 8:30 AM
APATOA Beach & Garden Village
One of the best restaurants on Raiatea, also open to outside guests.
Roulotte Tevahine
Excellent food and friendly service.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Te Mara Nui
It was an experience we’ll always remember fondly.
La Raie'Gate
Good food and friendly people.
Mystery House Raiatea
It was an unforgettable time at Mystery House of Raiatea!
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Napoli Restaurant RAIATEA
Dine-in
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Arii Moana Tours
Snack Mac Délice food
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Villa Ixora
The food was amazing… Especially the smoked fish!
FAAROA CRUISE
It was our best excursion of our three Polynesian stops.
Opens soon · 8:30 AM
SNACK TAMARA
Dine-in·Drive-through
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Hava'i and Sea
L’Atelier Saveurs
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Vairua Perles
Small store with good prices.
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Motu Ofetaro
Easy to reach from Uturoa or Tepua by boat or kayak.
LTB FENUA Organic Farm & Camping
Onsite services
Brasserie Mara’amu (Chez Monpas)
Dine-in
POKE POKE
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Ron's Roulotte
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
LS PROXI Uturoa
Nice island store, lots stuff in a small space!
Open · Closes 7:30 PM
Anapa Pearls
The snorkeling area was incredible and full of life!
Atipikaa
Food, atmosphere and service is top notch.
Closed · Opens 4 PM Wed
Raiatea Jet by Mantaha'a Tours
We saw beautiful Manta Rays, an Eagle Ray, lots of fish and beautiful coral!
Roulotte Pilialoha
Takeout
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Roulotte Chez Mahin’s
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Havaii Sport
Open · Closes 5 PM
Gare Maritime - Uturoa
A great place to shop.
Opens soon · 8:30 AM
Roulotte Haere Mai Tama'a
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Piscine uturoa
Tico Pearls Raiatea
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Opens soon · 8:30 AM
Snack Chez Tea - Vaiaau
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Wed
🌴𝙆𝙊𝙆𝙊𝙁𝘼𝙍𝙀🌴 de TIHOTI TARUA
Un Délice En Bouche
Takeout
Nautisport Raiatea
Smaller but very well stocked store.
Open · Closes 12 PM
Blue dream Xperience
One of the best experiences we had in Polynesia.
Magasin AURORE RAIATEA
Excellent Store for shopping.
Open · Closes 12 PM
BottleShop Raiatea
Open · Closes 5:30 PM
Raromatai Sweety Boutique
Curbside pickup
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Raiatea Escape
King Shop Polynesia
Open · Closes 4 PM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Raiatea
Raiatea stands as a premier port of call in French Polynesia, welcoming passengers from seven major cruise lines including Silversea, Seabourn, Royal Caribbean International, and Celebrity Cruises. With over 150 upcoming cruises calling here, this island serves as a vital hub for South Pacific itineraries, particularly on popular seven-night voyages that connect the region's most coveted islands. The consistent flow of cruise traffic throughout the year, with peak seasons in February through April and September through October, reflects Raiatea's importance as a must-visit destination for Pacific cruisers.
When your ship arrives, you'll discover an island that perfectly balances natural beauty with authentic Polynesian culture. Passengers can explore lush tropical landscapes, visit sacred archaeological sites, or simply relax on pristine beaches during their time ashore. The island's strategic location makes it an ideal base for experiencing the broader Society Islands, as many cruises from here venture to nearby Tahiti, Bora-Bora, Moorea, and other enchanting destinations that define the ultimate South Pacific cruise experience.
When your ship arrives, you'll discover an island that perfectly balances natural beauty with authentic Polynesian culture. Passengers can explore lush tropical landscapes, visit sacred archaeological sites, or simply relax on pristine beaches during their time ashore. The island's strategic location makes it an ideal base for experiencing the broader Society Islands, as many cruises from here venture to nearby Tahiti, Bora-Bora, Moorea, and other enchanting destinations that define the ultimate South Pacific cruise experience.
Cruise Lines at Raiatea
- Silversea (54 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (37 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (21 cruises)
- Seabourn (13 cruises)
- Holland America Line (11 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (7 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (5 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (3 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (1 cruise)
