About the Port
Maroe Bay carves into the eastern coast of Huahine Iti, one half of the twin islands of Huahine in French Polynesia's Society Islands. Ringed by steep, green hillsides and coconut plantations, the bay serves as a tranquil anchorage where outrigger canoes and small fishing boats far outnumber larger vessels. The surrounding countryside remains largely rural, dotted with vanilla plantations, modest villages, and roadside stands selling local produce.
Visitors typically explore by tender, with the bay itself acting as a gateway to the wider island rather than a destination with its own town center. Ancient marae, or stone temple platforms, lie scattered across Huahine and speak to centuries of Polynesian settlement. Lagoon waters just offshore invite swimming and snorkeling, while the unhurried pace and low-key development make the island a fitting stop for travelers seeking an authentic, less commercial slice of French Polynesia.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Maroe Bay.
Visit the Marae of Maeva
This lakeside village on Huahine Nui holds one of French Polynesia's densest clusters of ancient stone temple platforms, some restored, set among fish traps still used in the adjoining lagoon. Reached by a short drive or taxi from the bay, it offers a tangible link to pre-European Polynesian society.
Snorkel the Lagoon
Clear, calm water just off Maroe Bay shelters coral gardens and reef fish easily reached by tender or short boat ride. Bring or rent gear ashore, as this is one of the simplest ways to experience the island's marine life firsthand.
Drive the Island's Rural Loop
A circuit road links vanilla plantations, small villages, and roadside produce stands across Huahine's two islands, connected by a bridge. Renting a car or joining a local guide for a few hours reveals a slower, agricultural side of French Polynesia rarely seen from larger ports.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Maroe Bay
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 12 | $13,019 | |
| Oct 4, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 31 | $21,209 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 63 | $75,798 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 81 | $93,497 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 44 | $56,898 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 53 | $64,323 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 34 | $41,498 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 71 | $78,097 | |
| Sep 17, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 31 | $34,098 | |
| Sep 17, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 12 | $16,798 | |
| Sep 17, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 49 | $51,697 |