PRE-TRIP GUIDE
Arrival & Base Info
We are using 3 different charter bases for this trip, however, they are all very close to each other. We will let you know assignments prior to arrival.
Charter Base: Dream Yacht Charter, Marina Uturoa, Raiatea
Arrival Airport: Raiatea Airport (RFP)
GPS: 16°43'22 S / 151°27 W
Base Check-in Time: 2:00 PM on Saturday
Check-out Time: 10:00 AM the following Saturday
The base is ~15 minutes from the airport by car.
For Friday arrivals: Our shuttle will drive you to your hotel if your hotel is within 20 minutes of the airport
For Saturday arrivals: Our shuttle will drive you to the charter base.
Supermarket before departure
Just a 3-minute taxi ride from the marina, there are an array of supermarkets to get any last-minute things at. We encourage all guests to make a stop before boarding.
We recommend looking into checking bottles on your flight, as it may be cheaper. However, there is inexpensive French wine available at supermarkets.
🚐 Depending on arrival times, our shuttle may be able to make a stop here.
🚕 Taxis are also easy to find and affordable from the marina.
HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS IN RAIATEA
A great option is getting with other guests and booking together to share the cost!
Orion Pool Bungalow
1 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 4
FARE TE HANATUA
4 bed, 2 bath | sleeps 6
WATERFRONT BUNGALOW
2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 4
TE TAI MARAMA
5 bed, 3 bath | sleeps 8
Raiatea Lodge Hotel
4 bed, 2 bath | sleeps 6
HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS IN PAPEETE
A great option is getting with other guests and booking together to share the cost!
TAHITI AIRPORT MOTEL
1-3 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+
Manaeva Lodge
1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2-3
Polynesian Cabins
1-2 bed, shared bath | 1-4
Hilton Hotel Tahiti
5 bed, 3 bath | sleeps 8
Hotel Reva Tahiti
4 bed, 2 bath | sleeps 6
InterContinental
1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 1-4
Fuel, Water & Power
We’ll fuel the boat at the end; you’ll split fuel costs with your crew.
Fresh water and shore power are available at the base.
Theme nights
Cocktail Night: Each boat creates a signature cocktail to be judged by the Share the Sail crew!
Pirate Night: Get the wigs and plastic swords out, there is no such thing as over-doing it this night!
Sunset Luau Night: Dress in your leis and hula skirts, we're having our own luau on the beach!
Cruisers Award Night: Think your boat has the best decor? Think you would win best dinghy captain? Prizes will be given out on our final night during our award ceremony
TRAVEL INSURANCE
We heavily recommend getting travel insurance. We urge people to get the standard option at least. This is World Nomads, our top recommended travel insurance company.
Packing & Luggage
Soft-sided bags only – no hard suitcases onboard
Bring lightweight clothing, water shoes, reef-safe sunscreen
Voltage: 220V – bring a Type E or C plug adapter for devices
Required Forms
Make sure you’ve completed:
Passport upload
Emergency contact
Rooming/Boatmate Matching
Provisioning preferences
Personality quiz (for cabin pairings)
Local Etiquette & Tips
Cover up (t-shirt/shorts) when visiting villages
Avoid collecting shells or coral
Don’t wear swimsuits in town areas
Respect marine reserves and mooring zones
Reef fish are not safe to eat due to possible ciguatera toxin
ARE YOU SCUBA DIVING?
If you are a certified diver, please let Zoe know. We will be doing a few dives on this trip and you must provide us with your certification card.
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At Latitudes & Attitudes, we believe sailing should be more than a trip—it should be a shared adventure. That’s why we created Share the Sail: a chance for cruisers, dreamers, and salty souls to explore the world together by boat.
Whether you're an old salt or brand new to the sailing life, STS brings you into a laid-back flotilla of fun, hosted by the Lats & Atts crew. We've sailed everywhere from the British Virgin Islands to Mallorca, and in 2026, we’re setting course for Tahiti and the stunning islands of French Polynesia.
No stress. No planning. Just incredible sailing, unforgettable sunsets, and friendships that last far beyond the dock.
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