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Off the Beaten Track
Maupiti is the insider's pick of the Society Islands, a gorgeous little island lost in time.
Cycling around Maupiti and scaling its peak both make our short list of absolute highlights
in the entire Pacific. Good quality drinking water is available from public taps scattered
along the island's ring road, and three tiny shops offer the basics. Fishermen sell the catch
of the day at the roadside, your best bet for a tasty tuna dinner.
Unlike its cousins to the east, Maupelia (also spelled Mopelia) is a low-lying atoll. This is
the least frequented of the Society Islands with navigable passes, since the pass is so nar-
row. Even some seasoned cruisers describe the narrow slot as terrifying. Good conditions
are a must. Those who do visit report memorable snorkeling, diving, and island hospitality.
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