Vaitape

The main language of Vaitape is French, although 20 percent of the population speaks Tahitian.

[1] The early Polynesians built grass huts and hunted fish with spears and sticks.

The dry season lasts from June to October yet precipitation is still observed throughout this period.Most rainfall occurs during the winter months (November to April) and is accompanied by high humidity.

The airport serves as a stopover en route for other destinations in French Polynesia.

Small ferries transport passengers from the airport to Vaitape and luxury hotels around the island.

A ferry departs several times a week from Vaitape for the islands of Tahaa and Raiatea.

There are a few supermarkets located in the city which sell common items such as fish, fruit, vegetables, bread, canned foods, general grocery items but also tools, toys, light furniture and white goods.