White Manta Explorer

Welcome to Ninamu, a French Polynesian island retreat, hidden away on a remote motu in the southwest corner of Tikehau atoll. This small slice of paradise serves as the perfect launch pad for luxury seeking outdoor enthusiasts; divers, fishermen, kiteboarders, surfers, paddlers or anyone who simply loves relaxing in and around tropical waters that are bursting with life and energy. Ninamu is a unique resort with only 10 handcrafted bungalows which ensures all guests receive a personal, intimate experience.

Living off the grid doesn’t mean going hungry, or skimping on food. In fact, many guests have told us the cuisine at Ninamu was the best they had during their stay in French Polynesia. The chef follows the principles of permaculture, and all of the meals start with fresh, local, organic ingredients.

Ninamu is the perfect base to explore the Tikehau atoll. Join one of the sailing excursions, enjoy action packed activities or simply relax on a remote beach – Ninamu has got you covered!

Oaha

This is a two story waterfront superior bungalow with an outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. It sleeps up to 4 guests. Both sleeping areas come with either a queen or two single beds. The standard configuration has two single beds in the general living area on the ground floor, and a queen bed in the private bedroom upstairs. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor.

Miki Miki

This is a waterfront bungalow with a covered deck and private beach access sleeping up to two guests. The bedroom with adjacent bathroom are located above the deck and accessed through an exterior stair. The spaces offer direct sea views, and the outdoor living room on the ground floor invites to relax and read books surrounded by nature.

Kaveka & Kahaia

A two story waterfront bungalow with a covered outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. It sleeps up to 4 guests, both sleeping areas come with either a queen or two single beds. The standard configuration has two single beds in the double height space on the ground floor and a queen bed in the open upstairs loft. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor and is open to a small outdoor garden courtyard.

Tamanu

A three level garden bungalow sleeping up to 6 guests. The standard configuration has a queen bed in a private bedroom on the lowest level with direct garden access. The upstairs open loft sleeps up to 4 guests in a queen bed and a double daybed. The generous double height living room invites to rest and relax with stunning views into the surrounding garden. The private bathroom is accessed from the common area on the ground floor.

Varo & Kaveu 

These are garden bungalows sleeping up to two guests each. The bungalows share a common wall, but provide private accommodations. Each bungalow has a queen bed with an open bathroom. The room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.

Vini Vini 

A single level, air conditioned garden bungalow sleeping up to two guests with a bathroom open to a small private courtyard. The room rate includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, free use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, sun loungers, beach towels, pool table, and wifi.

Teahupoo 

A luxury beachfront bungalow with a covered outdoor deck and private beach access offering stunning views of the surrounding garden and the sea. The fully air-conditioned loft style living and sleeping area sleeps up to two guests in a queen bed. The adjacent courtyard bathroom comes with a private dipping pool under the stars. Private outdoor spaces include the beachfront deck and a spacious roof top lounge. Both the loft and rooftop lounge are equipped with state of the art sound system plus a ceiling mounted projector with pull-down screen in the indoor living area.

Scuba & Snorkel

For seasoned vets and first timers alike, Ninamu Resort offers unparalleled snorkeling experiences. Your firs Welcome to Ninamu, a French Polynesian island retreat, hidden away on a remote motu in the southwest corner of Tikehau atoll. This small slice of paradise serves as the perfect launch pad for luxury seeking outdoor enthusiasts; divers, fishermen, kiteboarders, surfers, paddlers or anyone who simply loves relaxing in and around tropical waters that are bursting with life and energy. Ninamu is a unique resort with only 10 handcrafted bungalows which ensures all of our guests receive a personal, intimate experience.

Living off the grid doesn’t mean going hungry, or skimping on food. In fact, many guests have told us the cuisine at Ninamu was the best they had during their stay in French Polynesia. We follow the principles of permaculture, and all of our meals start with fresh, local, organic ingredients.

Ninamu is the perfect base to explore the Tikehau atoll. Join one of our sailing excursions, enjoy action packed activities or simply relax on a remote beach – Ninamu has got you covered! t peek under water at Ninamu Resort is an unforgettable experience. The clarity of of the water, and the unimaginable abundance of life is almost unbelievable. The Tuamotu atolls are world renowned for their undersea life. On a visit in 1987, Jacques Cousteau’s research group made a study of Tikehau’s lagoon and discovered that it contains a greater variety of fish species than any other place in French Polynesia.

Huge schools colorful of fish, and intricately sculpted coral heads wait for you just off our beach. Swimming with manta rays, sea turtles, and even dolphins are just a short boat ride away. SCUBA diving in Tikehau is world class. While Ninamu Resort does not offer SCUBA services, guests can book with Tikehau Diving. Tikehau Diving picks up guests directly from Ninamu Resort and ferries to the various dive sites around the atoll.

Paddle Sports

Paddling is a perfect introduction to the waters around Ninamu Resort. We offer a host of options, from kayaks, to paddle boards and even an outrigger canoe. The system of reefs, sandbars and channels near the Ninamu create a perfect, protected paddling environment that invites atoll exploration. Put on your sunblock, and head out across the reef. There are dozens of secluded sandbars and motu within a 10 minute paddle from our beach.

Wind Sports

Wind is a consistent feature of the Tuamotu Atolls. The tradewinds blow year round, averaging 15 knots or better, making Ninamu Resort an ideal destination for kiteboarders and windsurfers. Launch and land from our sandy beach, exploring the lagoon and adjacent sandbars. Please bringing your own windsurfing or kiteboarding equipment.

Exploring

Whether you’re strolling around our private island, or venturing across the lagoon, there’s much to see and discover at Ninamu Resort. Explore the sand spit, a mile long shoal of shallow water and pink sand beaches. Tour bird island, and Eden, an organic farm. Take a bike tour of Tuherahera village. Just don’t forget to stop in at le magasin for an ice cream sandwich.

Relax

Something special happens when you visit the Tuamotu. The stark landscape, solitude, and infinite horizons refocus your universe inward. Relax and reflect. Unwind in one our private beachfront day beds. Float in the lagoon. Watch a never ending train of clouds drift across the sky casting shadows on an ever changing aquatic landscape. It truly never gets old.