Teakatau

Teakatau rises above Atuona Bay on Hiva Oa island, providing views across the Marquesas archipelago and the South Pacific Ocean.

The mountain served as a territorial marker for early Polynesian settlers who established their communities in the valleys below during the 12th century.

Local communities maintain traditional walking paths to Teakatau's peak, where ceremonies connected to agricultural cycles take place throughout the year.

The ascent to Teakatau requires proper hiking equipment and takes approximately four hours from Atuona village through dense tropical vegetation.

The summit contains geological formations that date back to the volcanic origins of Hiva Oa, with exposed basalt structures visible at multiple points.

Location: Atuona

Location: Hiva Oa

Address: Temetiu, Hiva Oa, French Polynesia Hiva Oa Hiva Oa

GPS coordinates: -9.79555,-139.08009

Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:15