Fakarava
This protected atoll together with its six neighboring islands, originally including Taiaro, makes up a UNESCO classified nature reserve, which is the proof of the richness of the ecosystem of these atolls: the especially rare flora and fauna, including the hunting king-fisher, the Tuamotu palm, and in the lagoons, crustaceans such as squills or sea cicadas. Rotoava in the northeast near the Ngarue pass is a charming village, home to most of the atoll's 248 inhabitants and it's aerodrome. Fakarava's immense lagoon provide endless and exciting discoveries for snorkelers in dream-like purple water where 150 foot visibility is the norm, or you may choose to join the local villagers of Rotoava while they demonstrate their handicrafts and colorful cultural traditions.
Currency
Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc (XPF)
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Holland America ms Zuiderdam on 10/11/08 · $1699
Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas on 10/11/08 · $849
Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas on 11/22/08 · $949
Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas on 12/14/08 · $899
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Pearl on 09/07/08 · $949
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Gem on 09/21/08 · $999
NCL America Pride of America on 11/22/08 · $1,149
Oceania Nautica on 01/07/09 · $4,599