U.S. News Insider Tip: Start your hike up Mount Pahia early in the morning to beat the heat. Buy snacks and drinks for your trek from the supermarket the day before as the market may be closed ...

The main island is marked by two dormant volcanoes that rise from the center of the island, Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu, and are surrounded by several motus, or small islands, that are often too ...

If you're interested in a slightly more achievable hike, venture to the top of Mount Pahia with Polynesia Island Tours. Prices start at 14,000 CFP per person (around $130). Full Day Lagoon Group ...