Hanavave (Bay of Virgins), Fatu Hiva Island

Grandiose, striking and powerful, the Marquesas are more rugged than their Polynesian sisters, The archipelago'sl charm lies in its extraordinary wild beauty: waterfalls flowing down vertiginous peaks, jagged cliffs sinking into the indigo sea, and lush vegetation. On the island of Fatu Hiva, you'll discover the famous Hanavave Bay, considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world. Make the most of your free time to stroll among the houses and gardens of the village. Its inhabitants, specialized in the manufacture of tapa (bark cloth), will welcome you with ukulele music and traditional songs.