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Protected from the ocean's fury by a small coral reef, Rurutu the “gushing rock” in the Polynesian language is the most northern island of the Austral archipelago. Between the basalt that forms the island, and the sea, a limestone belt surrounds the island with steep cliffs, bordering the old lagoon, which has now become a plateau. The numerous caves sheltered by those cliffs, carved by erosion and embellished by amazing stalactites and stalagmites, used to be graves and are one of the many attractions of the island. Rurutu offers a fantastic variety of landscapes, drowned by the lush vegetation.

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The winding road along white, sand beaches or overlooking the splendid bays of the coast leads to fresh valleys where coffee plantations mingle with wild “miri” wild basil, pineapple plants and litchi trees release their aromas into the air. Faithful to tradition, the 2098 inhabitants of the island organize cultural events, several times a year. “Tere”, large weddings, stone lifting.

In the villages of Moerai, Avera and Auti. The “mama” of the island specialize in the art of pandanus fiber weaving, but are also known for their handmade hats, carpets “pe’ue” and excel in the art of “tifaifai” making, flashy colored patchwork blankets. Cradle of whales, Rurutu allows the observation of those fascinating mammals from July to October when they come to breed in the clear waters that surround the island. How could a diver ever forget swimming with a mother whale and her calf or hearing the songs of the males trying to attract the females?

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