Moorea

Dubbed ‘the world’s most beautiful island you’ve never heard of’ by Huffington Post, Mo’orea forms part of the Society Islands archipelago in French Polynesia. It is indeed arrestingly scenic – an interior of jagged volcanic peaks blends into sandy beaches surrounded by calm, crystal clear waters protected by a coral reef. In this tranquil lagoon you can dive with manta rays, sharks and vividly colored fish, go paddleboarding or fishing, or enjoy a scenic sunset cruise. Alternatively, go hiking along rainforest trails leading up the slopes of Mo’orea’s interior mountains, or head to the Belvedere Lookout point to enjoy breathtaking views over the island and Tahiti beyond.