Tenararo

The maritime boundary of Tenararo extends across a circular area near the southeastern Tuamotu Islands, encompassing 1.6 square kilometers of land and 2 square kilometers of lagoon.

Portuguese navigator Pedro Fernández de Quirós first recorded the sighting of Tenararo during the Spanish expedition on February 5, 1606, marking its entry into documented history.

The territorial waters around Tenararo form part of French Polynesia's maritime jurisdiction, reflecting the region's complex governance structure within the Pacific Ocean.

The northwestern section of Tenararo contains a landing area situated among boulders along the reef, though visitors should note the absence of a lagoon entrance.

The maritime zone surrounding Tenararo provides critical protection for endangered species, including the Polynesian ground dove and Tuamotu sandpiper, in their natural habitat.

Location: French Polynesia

Part of: Acteon Group

GPS coordinates: -21.30000,-136.75000

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50