Hotel on Mangaia

Ara Moana Bungalows

Small traditional style cabins set on top of the Makatea or upraised reef area. The cabins are small contain just your bed and chairs. Some units have shower and toilet - others share separate shower and toilet in a separate unit. 

Ara Moana  has a bar and restaurant. Own power plant ensures 24 hour power. This is really a unique property to experience the island from. Owner manager speaks Swedish and German language.

Located

Ara Moana Bungalows are located on the eastern coast of Mangaia just a five-minute walk south of the beautiful village of Ivirua. All guests will be given free airport transfers.

The bungalows have private shower/ toilet with hot and cold water and electricity at all times. The bed is a double bed. Simpler budget accommodation is also available. 

Activities

A secluded cove where you can swim at high tide is located just 100 yards from the property.

If you like active adventure you can go rock climbing, abseiling, trekking through virgin bush, diving in deep freshwater caves, diving or snorkelling outside Mangaia's spectacular reef, trail bike riding through the now forested hilly interior of the island or bareback horse riding.

If your tastes are more moderately adventurous you may take numerous hiking trips and, with a local guide, visit the truly amazing caves that honeycomb the fossilised coral of the Makatea that rings the entire island. Or you can go fishing in a local "vaka" (outrigger canoe) or rent a motor bike for a trip around the island.

If you prefer calmer pursuits you can go to a tea party with the local chief or join the village ladies at their handcrafts. Best of all, you can relax on the secluded beaches near by.

Twice a week, normally Wednesdays and Fridays, Ara Moana holds an Island Night with a traditionally cooked Polynesian dinner and a string band or dance group performing.