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Approximately 11 Hectares of Pristine Private Virgin Island for Sale in Arutua, French Polynesia

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Cost

XPF 88 000 000
$835,985
REF: PF-1054
112 357
Plot m²
Freehold
Ownership

Description

On offer is approximately 11 hectares of pristine private virgin island for sale in Arutua Atoll, located just 20 minutes from the airport in Rangiroa Atoll.

This is a rare jewel in Arutua, a paradise which finds itself in the Tuamotu Islands, in the North of French Polynesian Islands. With a total area of 112,357 m², this island would provide a new Owner an experience of total peace & tranquility in a unique natural setting. Rich in biodiversity, this island is home to a variety of exotic birds and dazzling flora.

Don't pass on this opportunity to acquire a piece of paradise and live the unparalleled area of French Polynesia in Arutua Atoll.

A LITTLE ABOUT ARUTUA & THE TUAMOTU ISLANDS

The Arutua Atoll is part of the Tuamotu Islands, a vast archipelago in French Polynesia stretching across the South Pacific. Historically, the Tuamotus were settled by Polynesians around 800–1000 CE, who navigated the open ocean using traditional wayfinding techniques. These islands played a crucial role as waypoints for inter-island voyaging and trade. European contact began in the 16th century, with Ferdinand Magellan sighting Puka Puka in 1521. Later, the islands became known for pearl diving and copra production, though their remote location kept them largely isolated.

In terms of landscape, the Tuamotu Islands are a collection of around 76 atolls and low coral islands, characterized by stunning turquoise lagoons, white sand beaches, and dense coconut groves. Unlike high volcanic islands, atolls like Arutua are ring-shaped coral reefs encircling a central lagoon, formed over millennia as volcanic islands subsided beneath the ocean. Arutua, like many Tuamotu atolls, has a shallow, crystal-clear lagoon teeming with marine life, making it a haven for snorkeling and diving. The narrow, flat motu (islets) are covered in pandanus and coconut palms, with few elevations beyond scattered coral rubble. The fragile ecosystem supports diverse seabird populations, while the surrounding waters are rich in fish, sharks, and rays. The Tuamotus, including Arutua, remain a breathtaking example of nature's artistry, blending rich Polynesian heritage with unparalleled oceanic landscapes.

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