Anguilles Sacrées aux Yeux Bleues

Located in a freshwater stream crossing the coastal road of Huahine island, these two-meter-long eels display striking bright blue eyes.

The sacred eels of Huahine connect to ancient tales of Princess Hina, daughter of the sun and moon, who fled from an eel king.

These eels hold deep spiritual meaning for local communities, as they represent divine gifts symbolizing prosperity and happiness for Faie residents.

Visitors can observe and feed the eels with mackerel throughout the year without entrance fees at coordinates S 16° 43.895 - W 150° 59.677.

The stream contains a population of native long-finned eels with distinct blue irises, which respond to human presence by approaching for food.

Location: Faie

Location: Huahine

Address: Unnamed Road, 7293+FQG, Huahine, French Polynesia

GPS coordinates: -16.73128,-150.99510

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:02