Rurutu, Remote volcanic island in Austral Islands, French Polynesia
The northern volcanic island in the Austral archipelago rises 385 meters above sea level and features white sand beaches along its 32 square kilometers.
The island formed 12 million years ago through the Macdonald hotspot, later experiencing geological uplift from the Arago hotspot about 1 million years ago.
Local inhabitants maintain traditional ceremonies like Tere and Me during the Polynesian festival Heiva, expressing their 3000-year-old connection to the land.
Travelers reach the island through Rurutu Airport, with accommodations available at local lodges that incorporate traditional materials into modern facilities.
Between July and October, humpback whales measuring up to 18 meters gather in the surrounding waters to nurse their young before migrating to Antarctica.
Location: Rurutu
Elevation above the sea: 385 m
Part of: Austral Islands
GPS coordinates: -22.45000,-151.33333
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:28
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