Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Blackout Days

• There are several local holidays that will affect our popular tourist attractions. Many shops, restaurants, and buisnesses are closed during these holidays.
  Be sure to visit the Holiday Calendar on the home page to see a list of our blackout days and plan your trip accordingly.

Adult Beverage Laws

• Drinking age in Taniti is 18.


• Alcohol is not served from midnight to 9 a.m. by law.

Island Safety

• Violent crime is rare, but tourism brings petty crime reports.

American Friendly Locals

• English is spoken by younger Tanitians in the city, but is not common in rural areas.