Stories from the Australs: Tahiti’s Most Untouched Islands onboard Aranui
What is it really like to explore the remote Australs Islands of Tahiti? In this episode of Tahitian Moment Live, join us as we share our personal journey sailing through the Australs Islands aboard the Aranui. From Rurutu and Tubuai to Rimatara, Raivavae, and the remote island of Rapa, this is a side of French Polynesia that very few travelers ever experience. Together with special guest Merehani, we go beyond the typical highlights and share real stories from each island—what surprised us, what makes these islands so unique, and what you can truly expect when visiting this untouched part of Tahiti. We’ll also explore the culture, history, and daily life in the Australs, and explain why the Aranui is one of the best ways to experience these remote islands. If you’re looking for something beyond the typical Tahiti experience, this journey might be exactly what you’ve been searching for. Don't forget to subscribe to YouTube if you are new to our channel. 🌐 www.tahitibycarl.com 📞 1.877.972.2275 BOOK A CONSULTATION CALL https://calendly.com/tbc-initial-consultation/30-minute-initial-consultation-call CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introductory Polynesian Music 1:15 Welcome and Who is Tahiti by Carl 4:37 Welcome Merehani Parker 6:00 Tahiti's Most Untouched Islands 7:12 Trip Highlights 7:34 The Austral Islands we Visited 8:40 The 2 ships of Aranui Cruises 9:52 Rurutu - Caves, Cliffs, Beaches & Whales 23:22 Rimatara - Small, Quiet, Preserved 40:20 Tubuai - The Heart of the Australs 52:58 Raivavae - The Bora Bora of the Australs 58:46 Rapa - Independent, remote, rugged and untamed 1:11:03 What Surprised us Most 1:14:15 What You Only Experience in the Australs 1:14:57 Why Aranui Cruises 1:16:54 Why the Australs Stay with You 1:18:50 Aranao - Austral Sale Pricing 1:19:50 How to book Aranui Cruises BROADCAST LIVE - April 23, 2026 Join us for our Tahitian Moment Live - each Thursday at 5pm ET here on YouTube or Facebook BOOKING YOUR TRIP – CONSULTATION CALL 30 Minute Planning Consultation Call – Link to our Calendar and Book Your Time https://calendly.com/tbc-initial-consultation/30-minute-initial-consultation-call SUBSCRIBE Keep in touch - subscribe to our YouTube Videos so you don't miss out on any new uploads. You may also subscribe to Email Newsletter and other Social Media Channels - visit https://www.TahitiByCarl.com COMMENTS We love to hear your thoughts - what do you enjoy in my videos and anything you would like to see or see more of? Drop your comments here or reach out to me directly. PROMOTIONS & SPECIALS These can be found online at https://www.TahitiByCarl.com/vacation-packages INTRO MUSIC CREDIT Tahitian Music Credit: Te Tiaturi nei au : composer/author : Jesson Tetuanui - Editor : Zik Prod Tahiti Tahiti Sounds : Composer : Alain Lievens-Demeyere - Editor : Zik Prod Tahiti #TahitiByCarl #AustralsIslands #AranuiCruise #TahitianMomentLive #FrenchPolynesia #TahitiTravel #IslandStories #RemoteDestinations #AdventureTravel #CulturalTravel #MarquesasAlternative #TravelInspiration #OffTheBeatenPath #TahitiExpert #IslandLife