La Cubana

Ra'iatea & Taha'a


More of a watering hole than anything else, this big, open place has the best location in downtown Uturoa, overlooking the water from the port. There's live music, DJs and karaoke some nights, but the food is mediocre, mostly pizza and simple fare. Still, it's the only logical place to eat or go for a drink in town.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Ra'iatea & Taha'a attractions

2. Waterfall

3.16 MILES

Along the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike, it’s an easy stroll to the first (the smallest) waterfall, which has a great swimming hole. Though…

3. Waterfall

3.17 MILES

The second waterfall you'll pass along the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike. After passing this waterfall, the trail follows the riverbed…

4. Waterfall

3.18 MILES

The third waterfall on the Les Trois Cascades (Three Waterfalls) hike is the most splendid – a 40m beauty with a fabulous swimming hole at its basin.

5. Ferme Perlière Champon

4.23 MILES

This well-run pearl farm/shop is known for its high-quality mounted and loose pearls. It’s at the southeastern end of Apu Bay.

6. Maison de la Vanille

6.37 MILES

On the right of the road into Haamene is this small family-run operation where you can see vanilla preparation and drying processes and also purchase…

7. Joe Dassin Beach

6.93 MILES

On Taha’a, if you’re willing to take a bit of a walk you can get to deserted Joe Dassin Beach, on the southwest side of the island, a 15-minute walk along…

8. Vallée de la Vanille

7.33 MILES

This small operation, on the east coast between Faaha and Hipu, is known for its quality vanilla pods at economical prices. Visitors will get the low-down…