travel42 Port Guide: Rurutu

travel42 Professional Cruise Port of Call Review

Part of the Tubuai Island group, which is located in the Austral Islands archipelago, Rurutu is one of Polynesia's great artistic centers. It is known for its woven hats and baskets.

Rurutu is also a great place for outdoor lovers, offering limestone caves dotting the coast and walks to high plateaus with great views. There are some nice beaches but no good swimming since the reef is so close to the shoreline. Those looking for organized activities should probably skip Rurutu, but the adventu...