Tarania, Mountain summit in French Polynesia, France
Tarania is a mountain summit on Tahiti in French Polynesia. The peak rises from dense tropical vegetation and offers expansive views across the surrounding islands and ocean from its ridge.
The peak was named during the French colonial period and served as a navigation reference for journeys across the island chain. Its name reflects European presence in this region of the Pacific.
Local Polynesian communities maintain traditional practices of navigating and orienting using mountain peaks like Tarania as reference points across the islands.
Most visitors reach the summit using hiking trails known to local guides. Weather can change quickly in this tropical location, so bring water and protective clothing for the climb.
On clear mornings, visitors can see several neighboring islands simultaneously from the peak. This view provides a rare perspective of the archipelago's geography from a vantage point usually only experienced from the ocean.
GPS coordinates: -17.82700,-149.25702
Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:28
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