Service· Raiatea· French Polynesia — Society Islands
Uturoa Hospital
16° 43.7′ S · 151° 26.7′ W
The Leeward Islands' hospital in Uturoa, the main medical facility for crews between Tahiti and the Cook Islands.
Practical
On the main road in central Uturoa, opposite the small skatepark (brief), next to the Gendarmerie. For emergencies at sea, call JRCC Tahiti on VHF 16 or dial 16 from a mobile (free, 24/7). Pharmacies are in Uturoa (Pharmacie de Raiatea near Nautisport), at Avera, and at Tenape/Faafau near the boatyards (Pharmacie Temehani). Cruiser-recommended GP and dentists in Uturoa are listed on the Tahiti Cruisers Guide.
Best for
Medical care and emergencies
Nearby
- Escales Anchorage Booking (DPAM, Raiatea–Taha'a)0.1 NM away
- Gas Bottle Refills (Raiatea)0.1 NM away
- Haut-commissariat Subdivision Uturoa (visa extensions)0.1 NM away
- Hawaiki Nui Va'a Stage (Raiatea)0.1 NM away
- Raiatea Tourism Office (Uturoa ferry terminal)0.1 NM away
- Uturoa Gendarmerie (port of entry)0.1 NM away
- Uturoa Town (Leeward capital)0.1 NM away
- Uturoa Town Quay0.1 NM away