By air
A small airport accommodates small jets and propeller planes. Expansion for larger jets is planned in coming years.
Plan an air visitArriving on Taniti
Most visitors arrive by air; a small cruise ship also docks in Yellow Leaf Bay one night per week.
By cruise
Weekly one-night docking in Yellow Leaf Bay — ideal for short sample visits or extensions to a longer stay.
Plan a cruise visitGetting around the island
| Option | Coverage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Public buses | Taniti City | Daily 5 a.m. – 11 p.m. |
| Private buses | Rest of island | Useful for rainforest and volcano day trips |
| Taxis | Taniti City | Convenient for short hops without a rental |
| Rental cars | Island-wide | Agency near the airport · Request rental info |
| Bikes | Vendors island-wide | Helmets required by law · Request bike info |
| Walking | Taniti City and Merriton Landing | Fairly flat and walkable areas |