Mont Arapao

Mont Arapao is a mountain summit on Tahiti in French Polynesia that rises about 350 meters above sea level. Its slopes are covered in thick tropical vegetation typical of Pacific islands.

The peak was officially recorded in a geographic database in 2018, though it has been part of Tahiti's landscape for much longer. This late formal recognition shows how some island locations long went without official documentation.

The mountain forms part of how local residents experience and perceive the island landscape around them. Its steep slopes covered in tropical plants are a natural landmark that shapes the visual rhythm of the region.

The best time to climb is between July and September when rainfall is lower and visibility improves. During these months the mountain conditions are more favorable for hikers.

The peak sits at coordinates 17°30'0" south latitude and 149°53'0" west longitude, a geographic point that remains relatively unknown to most tourists. Its remote location on the island means few visitors deliberately seek it out.

Location: French Polynesia

Elevation above the sea: 350 m

GPS coordinates: -17.50000,-149.88333

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:25