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Tetamanu Village & Sauvage

Property class: 2
Fakarava pension with restaurant

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Experience the tranquil island vibes of Tetamanu Village. Savor a local breakfast on the terrace, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, or enjoy ocean views at Restaurant Tetamanu. With a bar and barbecue grills nearby, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Internet access
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurants
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front desk safe
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Scuba-diving
  • Snorkelling

Feel at home (4)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Limited housekeeping
  • BBQ(s)

Room options

View all photos for Standard Bungalow, Sea View

A bed with a colorful floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with flowers and a candle.

Standard Bungalow, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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Tetamau, Fakarava, Tuamotu Archipelago

What's nearby

  • Tetamanu Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Faaite Airport (FAC) - 14.7 miles/23.7 km
  • Fakarava (FAV) - 34.3 miles/55.2 km
  • Free airport shuttle

About this property

Tetamanu Village & Sauvage

  • Enjoy your visit to Fakarava with a stay at Tetamanu Village & Sauvage. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Restaurant Tetamanu, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers ocean views. A free airport shuttle and a terrace are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 12:30 PM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Special features

Dining

Restaurant Tetamanu – Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for XPF 2000 for 12 hours (1-device limit, rates may vary)

Policies

There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Tetamanu Village Motel Fakarava
Tetamanu Village Motel
Tetamanu Village Fakarava
Pension Tetamanu Village Fakarava
Fakarava Tetamanu Village Pension
Pension Tetamanu Village
Tetamanu Village Fakarava
Tetamanu Village Pension
Tetamanu Village Fakarava
Tetamanu Village Pension Fakarava

Frequently asked questions

Does Tetamanu Village & Sauvage offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tetamanu Village & Sauvage does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Tetamanu Village & Sauvage?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Tetamanu Village & Sauvage?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Tetamanu Village & Sauvage.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Tetamanu Village & Sauvage?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tetamanu Village & Sauvage?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Tetamanu Village & Sauvage and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing, snorkelling and scuba-diving.

Are there restaurants at or near Tetamanu Village & Sauvage?

Yes, Restaurant Tetamanu offers ocean views.

What's the area around Tetamanu Village & Sauvage like?

Tetamanu Village & Sauvage is located a short 1-minute walk from Tetamanu Island.

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Reviews

Tetamanu Village & Sauvage Reviews

8.2

Very good

7.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Service staff
Diving
Coral reefs
Sharks
Shower
Lunch
Islands
Food
Boating
Accomodation Type

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting, helpful staff, room was clean and all amenities were available.
michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, super easy scheduling activities, really nice staff
Nikki, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly Staff, great location. Awesome experience
Danilo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This location is diver and snorkelers paradise. The sharks are so amazing and right in front of your bungalow. There is so much diversity in the ocean life and coral is vibrant and healthy. The accommodations are basic, but all your needs are met. The full board made it easy for us to not have to worry about meals/grocery shopping/cooking/dishes. We were able to maximize our time in the water. We absolutely loved our stay here.
Natalie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

To get to this beautiful water based place, we have to give up luxuries. The bed is fine, no A/C. They could upgrade the unpowered shower with a bigger tube. They are in the middle of no where, and I was grateful for what I had. The dogs barking remote some management at midnight and you may benefit from earplugs- but the Pink Sands excursion and sharks are amazing. Snorkeling in crystal clear water with fish that are still thriving is amazing. Wine and beer and soft drinks available. Take some shelf stable snacks with you if you want. Unique place.
D, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was great being away from it all and being at a very remote place. Overall I had a great stay. The diving is amazing, especially the Wall of Sharks. Please note that the place is very basic. Don’t expect luxury. The food and transport was included in the room rate, that was nice. However, the food wasn’t special and also repetitive. Breakfast is mostly just pancakes with a small piece of fruit (nothing else). For lunch and dinner it was typically rice, pasta, chicken and a fresh fish. I know there are so many good Tahitian dishes, but I didn’t see much of them. I stayed on Sauvage motu. The cabins are very basic, be prepared for that, if you like camping this might be fine, if you hate camping you will hate the accommodation. Staff was friendly
Lieven, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Divers Kingdom - don't looking for comfort

Wonderfull place though base accomodation conditions. I spend few days after in the best on atol Havaiki Lodge but comfort in Lodge could not excid the nature experience and amazing lunches and dinner. *** Michelin for Chef.
Jacek, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I wanted to eat fish!!!! Breakfast lunch and dinner. I would could have paid extra. I saw many fish being caught by employees. Only one fish meal in 3 full days. Disappointed. I would love to come back. But need to know eating fish is available
Carol, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Tetamanu Village is a place to go if you want a one of a kind diving experience. The “wall of sharks” is spectacular! All the staff are warm and friendly. The accommodations are what I would describe as rustic. No hot water, but not uncomfortably cold water from the shower. Each bungalow has its own private deck overlooking the very shallow ocean water, that you can snorkel directly from. You won’t go hungry, the food is plentiful at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, served family style. I suggest bringing good silicone earplugs, the roosters make noise all night long.
Mindy Gold, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent access to some of the best diving in the world. Located right on the water and Tumakahoa pass, this location is right on shark alley and some of the most beautiful coral I’ve seen. The property is rustic but over the water and right on the reef. It is a lot like camping. Cold showers, no locking doors, damp bedding when it rains and few amenities are all part of the experience. The boat ride from Fakarava north is a little more than an hour and can really only be done in the daytime. Our flight was delayed so we had to stay in Fakarava north, which was fully booked and ended up paying for tetamanu and the pension on the north side. The staff is friendly but don’t go out if their way in hospitality. We had to ask for basics like toilet paper and they couldn’t accomodate any dietary requests or snacks when it wasn’t time for a scheduled meal. You eat what they serve, which is pancakes and fish for the most part. It was all delicious though. The dive guides were very nice and showed us some of the most incredible diving I have experienced. For me it was a special experience, but not appropriate for people that need extra care or a honeymoon type of experience like on Moorea or bora bora.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This place is wonderful and we hope to be back - But know what to expect. This is a dive shop with basic accommodations, and that’s what we wanted. Great staff, exceptional views of the ocean. No fluff, no pretension, no show …except for nature. Sharks galore! The only negative point: the food could be a little better.
Genevieve, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a great place for a little relaxing living. Great food, wonderful staff and I had a wonderful time
Lloyd, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was varied and plentiful. The lodging and food package is a great deal given the cost of dining in French Polynesia. The accommodations are rustic but well kept and clean. All bungalows have great access to the sea and the incredible snorkeling in the house reef. It was well worth making the long trek to this remote paradise.
Michele, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The reef and marine life were stunning. The accommodation was basic but comfortable and the staff were friendly and super accommodating.
Jennifer, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This simple guesthouse is very remote and basic, but I would definitely stay here again. Our fare (traditional bungalow) was modest, but comfortable and charming and set on the water's edge. Meals consisted mostly of fish, rice, chicken and pasta. The staff was wonderful and the diving spectacular.
Cindy, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was amazing to see the sharks from your room. The room was reasonable and modest for being in the middle of no where. The Island was clean. There were boats and roosters that woke us up early. Several large groups over a few days made the buffet style dinning stressful. No snacks in between meals and the showers don't have hot or fresh water. No red wine or place to buy snacks. It was a gorgeous spot these are the issues that may be problematic.
Kristin, 5-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Go only for diving!

Do NOT stay in this place except if you are going to dive the Wall of Sharks!! And Maximus 2 days if you do! The price for room is so much more than you really get. The surroundings and the reef is beautiful but the bungalows are terrible. We were prepared for a simple bungalow with no hot water but everything and espacially the sheets was wet/moisty. Bring your own sleepingbag/sheet!!! Food was what you could expect but they use rainwater for drinking and clean the bottles in saltwater. We had problems with our stomach aften out days here. The young couple who helps in the kitchen during the day is nice and serviceminded.
5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I Bungalows sull'acqua sono molto "basici". Non ci sono armadi , c'è un lavandino in camera e solo una tendina che chiude (per modo didire) il bagno. Una sola presa elettrica che peraltro serve a fare andare il ventilatore. Buona la colazione e i pasti (molto pesce e pasta)
Luca, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tutto perfetto per una vacanza
Adina Mirela, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Un site d'une beauté incroyable! Nous avons passé 2 nuits dans cet établissement. Arrivée en avion puis liaison en véhicule et en bateau jusque Tetamanu. L'accueil a été bon avec un petit verre de bienvenue. Les chambres, certes spartiates, suffisent. Pas d'eau chaude mais vraiment pas important vu le climat! Un gros atout : la terrasse donnant sur le lagon! Dès le matin, le paradis... Concernant les repas, nous avons mangé à notre faim. Dommage que les plats soient servis un peu trop tôt. Les repas ont été servis avant le retour des plongeurs. Du coup, froid lorsque nous passons à table. De plus, 10mn chrono, les plats sont retirés... Dommage. Pour la plongée, nous avons été très bien pris en compte par des moniteurs compétents et à l'écoute mais pas aidés par le matériel vieillissant... A charge du propriétaire de renouveler le matériel... Nous sommes satisfaits de notre séjour et peut être aurons nous la chance d'y retourner....
FERDINAND, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Notre pire expérience d’hébergement en Polynésie et pourtant sur un site d’une beauté incroyable ! Structures sales, non conformes aux règles de sécurité ( je suis passée au travers du plancher pourri de la terrasse du bungalow) et un personnel qui se bat avec les moyens du bord. Une rénovation totale s’impose et vite !
Franck, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

À éviter ! Bungalow en contreplaqué, sale , vétuste , douche qui coule sur le wc , lit en bois avec une mousse avachis comme matelas et des draps pas très propres . Sous la pluie , l’humidité s’insère partout . Tout le reste est à l’avenant: bateau bricolé et inadapté…une honte ! Normes d’hygiène et sécurité douteuses ! Dommage, le site est sublime .
Franck, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Personnel très gentil. Encore merci à Alex de nous avoir fait vivre des plongées exceptionnelles. Emplacement du logement idéal pour plonger et accéder à la plage de sable rose. Par contre le lit était humide et la moustiquaire cassée. Repas des déjeuners et dîner assez variés et conséquents. Pas de manque contrairement à ce peut être dit dans d autres commentaires. Par contre sur le trajet retour nous étions 20 dans un bateau de 14 personnes normalement. Tarif de la nuit quand même très cher.
LUCIE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wir hatten ein Zimmer im Tetamanu Sauvage. Die Zimmer sind einfach aber sehr groß. Wir waren zu 2, aber es hätten 4-5 Leute Schlafplätze gehabt. Es gab ein Mückenschutz überm Bett, welchen wir aber nicht gebraucht haben. Wir hatten eine tolle Aussicht auf einen Pass und die aufgehende Sonne. Zum Restaurant und der Tauchschule sind es etwa 10 Minuten gemütlich zu Fuß. Das Essen war vielfältig, allerdings war bei unserer Ankunft das Village komplett ausgebucht, sodass man am Büffet schnell sein musste. Wir sind immer (auch nach großem Hunger vom tauchen) satt geworden. Der Südpass sucht zum tauchen seines gleichen! Es ist einer der Besten Tauchplätze der Welt! Hier sieht man unzählige Graue Riffhaie und noch einige andere Arten. Der Nachttauchgang ist besonders empfehlenswert. Ein Taucherparadies! Wenn man auf Luxus verzichten kann: klare Empfehlung!
Linda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolute Traumlocation!! 100% Empfehlung für jeden leidenschaftlichen Taucher! Personal auch extrem nett. Hoffe das Paradies bleibt so lange erhalten, es ist etwas schade zu sehen, wie Taucher, Schnorchler oder Kajakfahrer teilweise die Korallen beschädigen. Außerdem muss man erwähnen, das hier sehr sehr unerfahrene Taucher ins Wasser und vor allem auch zu den Nachttauchgängen gelassen werden. Es wäre schön, wenn die Taucher ihrem können entsprechend in Gruppen eingeteilt werden würden. Alles in allem ist es eine einfache aber saubere Unterkunft mit einem super Tauchcenter und sehr nettem Personal. :)
Alexander, 3-night trip