Hike· Tubuai· French Polynesia: Tuamotus, Marquesas, Gambier & Australs
L'Homme Couche Hike (Tubuai)
23° 22.5′ S · 149° 30.9′ W · approximate
Tubuai's second mountain chain, 'l'homme couché' (the reclining man, said to look like a moai), is a steeper, wilder climb than Taitaa.
Practical
Approximate position: OSM's named peak Pahatu on the island's second (western) range; which summit locals call l'Homme Couché is not confirmed, so ask your pension or hire a guide. Chugach (2020): 'Climbing the 2 mountains. Mont Taitaa is easy... L'Homme Couché is steeper.' The name and moai likeness come from fr.wikipedia.
Best for
A tougher second summit
Nearby
- Tubuai Airport (TUB)0.8 NM away
- Tubuai South-of-Airport Anchorage0.8 NM away
- Tubuai Opposite-the-Pass Anchorage1.6 NM away
- Australs Subtropical Winter Fronts1.9 NM away
- Lou Gobi Pass Dive (Tubuai)2 NM away
- Fabulous Drop-off Dive (Tubuai)2.2 NM away
- L.S Tien Hing Store (Mataura)2.2 NM away
- Pension Taitaa (Tubuai)2.2 NM away