Vidéo made by May - 2022

Technical sheet

Name: Anuvea

Altitude at the summit: 870 meters

Distance from the starting point: 2km (One way)

Elevation gain: +280 meters positive

Duration of the ascent: 2h to 2.5 hours hike (one way)

Average weight of the bag: 7 à 10kg (bivouac) / 3 à 5kg (day trip)

 

Type of terrain : Humid - slippery - steep - crumbly - dense vegetation - rope passages.

 

Description

 

Tahitian Odyssey offers you the small summit of Anuvea, culminating at 870 meters, this hike is a great opportunity to gain height on the Tuauru valley and experience the wild trails of Tahiti.

 

Sunset Hike:

  • Departure in the late afternoon, for a first walk of about 1 km on a comfortable track.
  • Then, you have to reach the ridge passing through several rope passages.
  • The summit of Anuvea is reached after 1km on the ridge, offering a beautiful view of the town of Mahina at sunset.
  • The descent is done in the twilight, just before nightfall.

> End of hike - Between 3h and 5h of hiking.


Bivouac option (1 night):

  • Departure at your convenience.
  • The first section is on a comfortable track of approximately 1 km.
  • Then, you must reach the ridge via several rope crossings
  • The summit of Anuvea is reached after 1 km on the ridge, offering a beautiful view of the town of Mahina and the Tuauru Valley.
  • Camp is set up; a rainwater collector tank allows for a rustic shower before nightfall.
  • The next day, you can choose: Ascent of Mapura (between 1.5 and 2 hours one way) / Or free time at the summit of Anuvea before descending.

 

> The times mentioned above are indicative but may change depending on your physical condition, the number of hikers in the group and the weather conditions. A phone call interview with the guide is necessary to discuss all the technical points and assess the level of hikers before embarking on this magical adventure!