Tour· Raiatea· French Polynesia — Society Islands

Avera Pearl Farms (Perle d'O & Vairua Perles)

16° 47.7′ S · 151° 24.5′ W

Two pearl farms near Avera on the east coast that welcome visitors, a short hop from the Vairahi and Tipaemau anchorages.

Practical

The brief lists Vairua Perles and Perle d'O as visitable pearl farms near Vairahi Bay. OSM places Perle d'O on the east coast road (position shown). Raiatea Pearl at Fareatai (87 35 32 95) sells keshi and mabé pearls and has moorings for visiting boats.

Best for

Buying pearls direct from the farm