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David D
Oakville, Californie2 contributions
Magical, Remote, and Cozy
If there was ever a place worth a return visit, it's Fafarua for us. This was the second visit for our family, and there was no diminution in the experience. Fafarua ia a remote, beautiful and magical place. Patrick and Eva have created something extraordinary --- not for everyone, but if you want an experience far beyond the generic resort, if you want to understand the natural environment and something closer to understanding French Polynesia --- this may resonate deeply for you as it does for us. Including cozy, relaxed ambience --- Eva's cooking is without reservation wonderful, the accommodations comfortable and relaxed, and you easily appreciate the dedication and ingenuity it takes to deliver a guest-focused result that exceeds expectations. Patrick is indefatigable in his willingness to share experiences tailored to what a guest wants. He also has knowledge of the local area acquired over years and a serious commitment to the ecosystem and the three motus which comprise Farafua. And, not least, it's fun! For us, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle-boarding and exploring, only to return to terrific food, wine, and the most beautiful setting one can imagine. No member of our family did not love every day of the week we spent at Fafarua.
Date de la visite novembre 2024
Rédigé le 2 décembre 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Thank you for your review. We have been very pleased to welcome you again and share these few days with your friendly family.
Patrick and Eva
Rédigé le 5 décembre 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Sissiburger
Sainte-Marine, France62 contributions
Un petit coin de paradis
C’est un privilège que de pouvoir partager ce coin de paradis, loin de tout. Merci à Patrick - super guide qui partage son savoir et enrichit les sorties quotidiennes et à Eva, très bonne cuisinière. Nous aurons apprécié chaque moment sur ce magnifique motu.
Date de la visite octobre 2024
Rédigé le 11 octobre 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Merci pour ce gentil témoignage. Nous serons très heureux de vous recevoir à nouveau à Fafarua
Patrick et Evaline
Rédigé le 13 octobre 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
CatherineHBoeckmann
Londres, Royaume-Uni9 contributions
Truly wild nature with a shower at end of day!
Fafarua is the reason you travel so far. Not just remote and beautiful but away from hotel resorts and into the wild and nature at its purest. You are on the aqua lagoon of the coral atoll and enjoy the beautiful color and breeze. You paddleboard and look right down at the rays, black-tipped sharks (harmless), and fish--and look up at the marine birds. It is just you and the two owners--a husband/wife team. He is originally from France; she is from Tahiti. Every morning, he will take you out on his boat--a very steady, comfortable pontoon style with a huge motor. The islands are tiny--so exploring is important to see the area; I especially recommend the "Bird Island." And he will guide you on how to snorkel. Also, he shares wonderful information about how the islands were formed, the names of birds, and other nature tips. Then the wife is the cook, and she is amazing. Better than Bora Bora without the silly hotel food and insane prices. She made this amazing sashimi preparation for lunch. Lots of fish and tropical fruit. Their house is modest but pretty, comfortable, and open-air showers. There are some flies, but they have mosquito netting for sleeping. Also, communication is no issue. They speak French and very good English. They are not quite as customer service-oriented as friendly Americans. They won't ask if you need anything, and they do have a lot of pride in their excellent house, so it's odd to ask for something like toilet paper or a different fruit. It's culturally different. Being so remote, you do need to conserve energy and water, but he explains this. You can't use the kettle or a hair dryer (not that I would). I saw some reviews about the amount of food. There is ample food, but it is served at 7am, 1pm, and 7pm prompt. Bring some almonds or bars if you want more! Or, ask. It is so healthy and delicious. One of the most unexpected and delightful surprises of the trip was the local home cooking. You know it must be hard for them to provision out here, and they put a lot of thought into the food and home. There is even an excellent French wine cave! It's amusing to see how they conserve energy, but there is always room for great wine! Ha ha.
Date de la visite septembre 2024
Rédigé le 20 septembre 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Thank you very much for this nice and detailed testimonial.
Patrick and Evaline
Rédigé le 13 octobre 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Dorian
Paris, France4 contributions
Un rêve devenu réalité
Nous avons passé un moment hors du temps au Fafarua Lodge. Avoir une île privée rien qu’à soi et si belle, si paradisiaque, c’est un rêve devenu réalité.
Et en plus on ajoute à cela les excursions du matin avec Patrick qui sont fantastiques, de par les expériences (snorkeling, plongée avec raie manta etc) et de par les anecdotes de Patrick, et que dire des talents culinaires d’Evalyne, nous nous sommes régalés à chaque repas, c’était exquis.
Bref nous nous souviendrons toujours de ce séjour et ne pouvons que le recommander.
Encore merci Patrick et Evalyne.
Date de la visite août 2024
Rédigé le 14 août 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Merci pour ce sympathique commentaire. Ce fut un plaisir de vous recevoir et partager notre "petit paradis" avec vous.
Patrick et Eva
Rédigé le 16 septembre 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Cindy C
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvanie19 contributions
Best Vacation Ever!!
I think this is the best place my husband and I have visited in the last 17 years of traveling. We saw Fafarua Private Island on a youtube video but the name of the place was not mentioned. I looked until I found it and was so excited to book some time here. The owner Patrick picked us up at the airport with a nice greeting and took us on a ride in their van to a beautiful boat to get us to the island. He took the longer route going close to the shore so that we could see more of Tikehau and it's Moto's. So much beauty. When we arrived Eva and their sweet dogs were there to greet us. The island was very beautiful and welcoming. The house was large with a few bedrooms, kitchen, dining and large living area that had open windows to enjoy the fresh air. The fridge was well stocked with juices, beer and wine. We choose to stay in the added bedroom with it's own private toilet and outdoor shower. We loved the open windows to sleep with the air blowing through and the view that we woke up to. Meals were wonderful. Eva made the best eggs, bread and pancakes, lunch as well as dinner was always fresh fish, veggies etc that was so delicious. Our last night had a farewell barbecue of lobster cooked the traditional way which was very educational. Patrick would talk to us each morning to discuss the weather and gave us choices to where we could take a morning excursion depending on the weather. We went to Bird Island Pink Sand Beach, did not see but went to where the ManaRays were and went snorkeling. Patrick educated us on many things on the islands and made us realize how special Fafarua Private Island is. It was nice to understand how everything works together to make the island livable. I now appreciate the coconut tree more than ever. We loved hearing stories of Patrick and Eva and how they ended up here and what they have done to stay here. You can fill up your day walking, swimming, kayaking or paddle boarding to each moto to explore and snorkel to see all the wonderful, beautiful fish or just relax and enjoy your surroundings and privacy. We hope to be able to go back and visit again. Love Fafarua Private Island. Thank you Patrick and Eva on making this our best stop ever.
Date de la visite juin 2024
Rédigé le 8 juillet 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Thank you very much for this nice review. We are always very pleased to share our private island with people who like nature, preserved environment, and local culture.
We will be very pleased to welcome you again.
Patrick and Evaline
Rédigé le 16 septembre 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Lars O
Highlands Ranch, CO1 contribution
Family Trip to Fafarua
We had a nice stay on this beautiful tropical island, but overall this was a bit of a disappointment.
The eco-friendly accommodations were well-done, especially the recently remodeled bathrooms. Food was good and we appreciated the accommodation of a few dietary requests. The water and Tikehau Atoll generally were stunning and picturesque, as is typical in this area.
The hospitality was lacking across the board starting with the moment of our arrival… after the flight and waiting for luggage in the heat, (while host Patrick disappeared without a word to sit in his air conditioned van) we asked if we could have some water before the hour boat ride to the island. He acted very irritated and let us know there was no option for us to get anything to drink. This was the first of many examples of uncomfortable encounters where we felt like a burden to Patrick rather than guests.
Be advised the ‘use of boat’ daily is limited to a few specific hours and locations based on the hosts schedule. Patrick was generally impatient with us and we felt rushed on every outing. Although fishing is listed as a possible daily activity on the website, once we arrived we were informed that we needed to have brought our own gear. We were told there was no possibility to borrow or rent gear on the atoll, including from the fisherman friend of Patrick’s we were introduced to the first day. This was a huge disappointment for our teenage boys. Patrick yelled at me in front of my kids for not following him closely enough on a snorkeling excursion. He made a point afterward to highlight all the things we ‘missed’ by not swimming closely enough to him.
On the second day he brought in large construction equipment which completely tore up the small beach for the remainder of our stay. Dishes were left out for hours after meals. In spite of us trying very hard to follow his rules and strict schedule (to which we never were offered any input) we all felt like we were imposing on the retirement lifestyle of a grouchy dismissive uncle and did not feel welcome during our stay.
There are so many beautiful places in French Polynesia - for your time and money you can probably have a better experience elsewhere.
Date de la visite juin 2024
Rédigé le 7 juillet 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Thank you for your testimony, we are very happy that you enjoyed your stay in Fafarua and more broadly in Tikehau.
There remain the relational problems that you say you had with me on which I would like to be able to provide some clarification.
Tikehau airport is very small and is not air-conditioned but you can perfectly wait just outside in a more shaded and ventilated place, I warned you that the luggage would not arrive for 20 minutes, but you preferred to stay close from the counter, I preferred to wait for you in the car in the shade with the engine off and without air conditioning (we are too respectful of the environment not to leave an engine running for 30 minutes just to have air conditioning).
When the luggage started to be delivered I joined you and you asked me to buy bottles of water. Unfortunately the airport snack bar was not open that day and the 3 small stores we have in the village were closed at that time. I even drove by the stores to show you that they were closed. So there was no other solution than to wait until we arrived at the motu to serve you drinks, which was done as soon as we arrived, but you insisted several times and each time I had to answer the same thing, which obviously displeased you a lot.
For excursions, boat excursions are generally done in the morning, last around 3 hours and are decided the day before depending on the wishes of the clients and the weather conditions. We set a departure time so that everyone can organize themselves. The boat and its pilot are not available all day and at all times and we try out of politeness to respect the times decided together, which clearly was not possible for you.
Despite everything, we were able to do a different excursion together every day, which is what we offer.
For fishing, we very often receive fishing enthusiasts who come with their own equipment and we are happy to take them fishing with our boats. You and your children were disappointed because we do not provide fishing equipment, although it is clearly specified on our website, they also wanted to do gun fishing which we never organize, for reasons security. They were in a hurry to go to Bora Bora to do jet skiing, and other motorized sports, which is understandable, but we do not offer these services which are in fact the opposite of what we offer as a stay
The fisherman we know is a professional fisherman who does not do tourist fishing and does not have equipment to rent.
You claim that I yelled at you during an excursion, which is completely false. I always take great pleasure in the excursions that I offer, whether on water, underwater or on land to share with our guests, what I know of this magnificent environment. It turns out that during a snorkeling excursion, which you asked me to organize for you as a guide, we had agreed to allow me to guide you and for security reasons, to stay in a group without too much move away from each other. As soon as they arrived in the water, the group had a blast and found themselves scattered over several hundred meters. It is impossible for me to guide you in these conditions nor, above all, to ensure the safety of everyone, as is my responsibility as a professional guide. I had to remind everyone several times and re-explain to you the safety rules that we had agreed upon and asked you to remind your children of them without ever being able to make myself heard by the group. So I finished the excursion alone and when you returned to the boat I asked you if you too had seen the turtle and the lemon shark that I had met, which apparently upset you a lot, I am Sorry.
Without going into all the details, I think that your expectations were very different from what we offer and this is what we seek to avoid for our customers.
Despite the disrespectful attitude of your group, despite all the efforts we made to satisfy your requirements, including all the dietary restrictions to which we had to adapt, despite the complexity of organizing excursions for a very undisciplined group I thank you for your comment which allows us to emphasize the need to read carefully what we offer on our website and above all do not hesitate to ask us all the questions necessary for your good information before booking. There are indeed many beautiful places in Polynesia, so choose the one that best meets your expectations.
Best regards
Patrick
Rédigé le 10 novembre 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Vahina13
Lausanne, Suisse2 contributions
incroyable
endroit extraordinaire hôtes très sympa nous avons passez 3 jours coupe du monde dans un cadre magic une expérience pour les gens qui recherche le calme et l’es circuit touristique
Date de la visite mai 2024
Rédigé le 13 mai 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire,
Ce fut un plaisir de vous recevoir.
Nous espérons vous revoir bientôt à Fafarua
Evaline et Patrick
Rédigé le 21 juin 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Discover15028020077
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France2 contributions
Paradis
Une experience hors du commun dans un paradis naturel préservé .
Des hôtes merveilleux ,attentifs..
Nous avons été aux petits soins pendant notre séjour
Date de la visite octobre 2023
Rédigé le 3 mars 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Merci pour votre avis. Ce fut un plaisir de vous recevoir à Fafarua.
Patrick et Evaline
Rédigé le 9 avril 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Anthony F
Ottawa, Canada2 contributions
A fantastic place to stay in French Polynesia
Our stay at Fafarua Lodge was a wonderful escape to a place of relaxation and magic. Patrick and Evaline looked after all of our needs while giving us time and space to explore the island on our own. From the moment we were picked up at the Tikehau Airport until we were taken back there at the end of our stay we were amazed at the sights, scents and sounds. From watching an amazing sunset on the boat-ride to the island, to fantastic home cooked meals every day, to daily excursions and thousands of stars overhead, it was a magical place. Daily trips to explore the geology of the reef, go birdwatching in the middle of the atoll and go snorkelling amongst the fish were fantastic ways to spend the mornings. After a fresh lunch, the rest of the day was ours to enjoy. We swayed back and forth in hammocks, relaxed on the beach, walked around the island, went snorkelling right off the beach, went out on kayaks and paddleboards. There was always something to do. Bring your camera - stars, the sun, the moon, clouds, palm trees, hermit crabs, offer so many opportunities. We had a fantastic stay.
Date de la visite décembre 2023
Rédigé le 4 février 2024. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Thank you for your testimony.
We are very happy that you enjoyed and benefited from your stay in Fafarua.
Patrick and Evaline
Rédigé le 9 avril 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Monique B
1 contribution
Séjour à fafarua
Dommage on a eu des punaises de lit
Signale au propriétaire mais sans réponse à mon mail
Dommage parce que le reste était super
Date de la visite décembre 2023
Rédigé le 26 décembre 2023. Cet avis est l'opinion subjective d'un membre de Tripadvisor et non l'avis de Tripadvisor LLC. Les avis sont soumis à des vérifications de la part de Tripadvisor.
Expedition532853
Merci pour votre commentaire. Nous avons bien reçu votre mail 2 jours après votre départ et avons découvert le problème à ce moment-là.
Entre temps, et comme habituellement, nous avions dès votre départ, changé et lavé les draps et fait un ménage complet des chambres. A réception de votre mail nous nous sommes procuré du matériel professionnel pour le diagnostic et le traitement de ce genre de parasites. Il s’avère que les tests diagnostic sont resté négatifs aussi bien au niveau de la literie que des chambres elles-mêmes. Nous avons cependant entamé une procédure de traitement avec un matèriel professionnel thermique comme recommandé.
Il faut remarquer que nous n’avions, avant votre passage, jamais été confronté à ce genre de problème, et que depuis votre passage, les personnes qui ont utilisé les lieux, que ce soit notre propre famille, enfants et petits-enfants pendant trois semaines ou les clients qui se sont succédés par la suite ne nous nous ont rapporté à ce jour aucun problème.
Nous pensons donc que les parasites que vous dites avoir eus n’ont pu provenir que de vos bagages, que vous avez déposés sur les literies dès votre arrivée, juste après votre vol international en provenance de France, vols sur lesquels des cas de contaminations ont été signalés.
Heureusement si vos bagages étaient contaminés, ils n’ont contaminé que les draps sur lesquels vous les avez déposés et n’ont pas eu le temps de contaminer notre literie.
Malgré tout, nous vous remercions, car grâce à vous nous avons été particulièrement sensibilisés à ce problème, avons investi dans du matériel professionnel pour la détection et le traitement éventuel des parasites et avons mis en place un protocole de surveillance systèmatique après chaque départ avec possibilité de traitement professionnel immédiat si besoin, ce que nous n’avons pas eu besoin de mettre en route jusque-là.
Nous avons répondu à votre mail 3 jours plus tard, après avoir pris les mesures ci-dessus énoncées, en vous demandant de prendre les mesures nécessaires de protections au niveau de vos propres bagages pour éviter toute contamination d’un autre établissement touristique lors de votre séjour. Nous n’avons pas eu de réponse et espérons que cela a été le cas et que vous n’avez pas introduit de parasites ailleurs que chez nous.
Nous vous remercions également pour nous donner, à l’occasion de votre commentaire, l’opportunité de demander à tous nos prochains visiteurs de ne jamais déposer les bagages ayant séjourné dans des cales d’avions, sur les lits de nos chambres.
Bien cordialement
Patrick et Evaline
Rédigé le 9 avril 2024. Cette réponse est l'opinion subjective du gérant et non de Tripadvisor LLC.
Ce que propose cette location
Salle de bain et linge
- Machine à laver
- Serviettes à disposition
Services supplémentaires
- Bateau disponible
Jolies vues
- Vues sur la mer
- Vues sur l'océan
Cuisine et salle à manger
- Four
- Réfrigérateur
Équipements intérieurs
- Accès internet
Informations sur l'emplacement
- Bord de mer/de lac
Wi-Fi et internet
- Wi-Fi
Caractéristiques de l'emplacement
- Emplacement en bord de mer
Carte
Accès
Tikehau Atoll Airport
19.3 km
Rangiroa Airport
44.4 km
Attractions
L'Ile Aux Oiseaux
7.5 km • Îles
Ile d'Eden
3.6 km • Fermes
Accès
Voiture non nécessaire
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