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  I wanted an authentic Tahitian Experience and choice this resort as our second place to stay. It was so amazing - even though when we were there we had... read more torrential downpour! I loved our bungalow - it was the last one - had AC and...More

  Ninamu was the highlight of our honeymoon to French Polynesia. We found it originally in the Lonely Planet, then after looking on Tripadvisor knew it was for us. No Pool,... read more no aircon, limited internet, bungalows that are created out of drift wood and coral and...More

  Seriously this place could be renamed Eden!!! Unbelievably beautiful from all perspectives: the sea, the coral, the pink beach, the small houses made with so much taste, but that's not... read more it. It is not a typical western hotel in Polynesia, it is a truly Polynesian experience, extremely authentic. You are in the middle of nowhere with only 20 people around you, you eat all together, become friends with the staff and with the other tourists. The kitchen is divine based on the catch of the day and the creations of an amazing French Chef who could be a star on his own. All of this without mentioning the amazing excursions you can do every day. The warmest hello to the whole Motu by Dalia & Alex, thanks again. More

  Ninamu Resort was the first stop on our honeymoon in French Polynesia and we absolutely loved the experience. We booked our trip through Tahiti Legends- Noy was our travel agent... read more and planned our stay absolutely perfectly. If you're interested in visiting Ninamu, we HIGHLY recommend working with Noy and Tahiti Legends because we didn't have to worry about a thing and they handle all the logistics for you.

Ninamu is a beautiful, rustic, gem of an island where you're able to relax, do water activities (snorkeling, fishing, swimming, boating), and enjoy all the magic the island has to offer, and the resort staff is excellent all-around.

  Ninamu is on a lovely little island and we stayed in a cool treehouse style room. It is great if you are trying to get away from the modern world.... read more However, if you need modern conveniences like air con, then Ninamu is not for you....More

  We have just returned from a two-week trip to French Polynesia (Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Tikehau) and the four nights in Ninamu were undoubtedly the highlight. With three kids age... read more 10, 8 and 5 the motu was perfect as they had the freedom to run around and make the place their home. The bungalows and wooden boardwalks through the little jungle are so well-built and fun, great for little imaginations to run wild. The staff were so kind to the children, taking time to show them how to open coconuts, chatting with them during trips and organising an impromptu fishing session which they loved. As adults we loved the laid-back atmosphere, reminding us of our young traveller days! and the chance to talk to and eat with the other guests. We’ve made friends for life during these four days. The food was simply beautiful and the trips - snorkelling, Eden Island, Bird Island, fishing more than met our expectations. I hope we will have the chance to return one day. As mentioned in other reviews, bring mozzie spray and reef shoes. More

  I had the most wonderful experience at Ninamu. There was a large group of us (14 people) booked there to celebrate a birthday. The owner and his wife could not... read more have been better hosts. We were taken on excursions to explore the surrounding islands and...More

  My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at Ninamu. As our experiences in FP go, this one really stood out as very special! Though it is explained as an... read more all inclusive island resort, it is actually far more (and in our opinion better) than that! It is definitely not your run of the mill overwater bungalow private island like in Bora Bora or Maldives. The whole experience is more like a window into a tranquil and natural island world, where you can disconnect from whatever reality you are coming from can connect to this completely different and beautiful reality that you may now access. It's quite hard to put into words, because just describing the services and all that doesn't really do it justice.

The staff is super super friendly and the owners are always around and try to help out and make your stay comfortable. The food is amazing and the best we had in FP. Never repetitive, always delicious!

The activites on offer are also super interesting and the more outdoor stuff you like to do, the better it is

Amenities are very nice, however you should keep in mind that this is an eco resort and thus for example mosquitoes may be present, there are coconut crabs on the island, there are two dogs etc. If you are squeamish about this sort of thing, you might not like it so much. We love nature and animals so for us it was not a nuisance at all but rather another building block to an amazing experience.

Definitely recommend going!

  My husband and I visited French Polynesia for 2 weeks, and wanted an unique, off-the-beaten path experience during our trip and our travel agent, John from Venture Tahiti /Venture Destinations... read more recommenced Ninamu and it definitely fit the bill! Our stay at Ninamu provided us such memorable experiences, and was a nice departure from the typical resorts! We stayed at Ninamu for 3 nights in the Oahu bungalow. The bungalow has such a cool, tree house design to it! It’s two stories, with a large king bed on the 2nd floor and two double beds on the main floor. There is also a seating area in the main room which connects to a large outdoor deck — you can step out your bungalow and within a few steps be at the ocean! Be prepared to have geckos in your room at night, and there is no AC. There are large fans to help with air circulation. Chris gave us a great tip to put the fan inside the mosquito net! Lighting is also very limited in the bungalow in the evening. I also experienced a theft of one of my earrings, which we believe was at the hands of a burglarizing gecko! Quite the story to tell friends back home (a word of wisdom - keep your jewelry in a bag, not set out of the dresser!) Chris really wants his guests to have an amazing experience - he took us... My husband and I visited French Polynesia for 2 weeks, and wanted an unique, off-the-beaten path experience during our trip and our travel agent, John from Venture Tahiti /Venture Destinations recommenced Ninamu and it definitely fit the bill! Our stay at Ninamu provided us such memorable experiences, and was a nice departure from the typical resorts!

We stayed at Ninamu for 3 nights in the Oahu bungalow. The bungalow has such a cool, tree house design to it! It’s two stories, with a large king bed on the 2nd floor and two double beds on the main floor. There is also a seating area in the main room which connects to a large outdoor deck — you can step out your bungalow and within a few steps be at the ocean! Be prepared to have geckos in your room at night, and there is no AC. There are large fans to help with air circulation. Chris gave us a great tip to put the fan inside the mosquito net! Lighting is also very limited in the bungalow in the evening. I also experienced a theft of one of my earrings, which we believe was at the hands of a burglarizing gecko! Quite the story to tell friends back home (a word of wisdom - keep your jewelry in a bag, not set out of the dresser!)

Chris really wants his guests to have an amazing experience - he took us out snorkeling and provided recommendations on how best to explore the little island. My husband really wanted to deep sea fish, so Chris made it a point to go fishing during our stay. We catcher snapper, wahoo, and tuna — it was unbelievable to see these fish! There is also kayaking equipment, which is a fun way to get some exercise each morning.

The Chef (Cheffie!) is a great guy and makes delicious food. The breakfast spread was delicious, and I highly recommend the made to order omelette! Lunch each day consisted of a small side salad, rice and some sort of fresh fish! Plus ice cream for dessert! For dinner, we all pushed our tables together and had a big communal table to meet our fellow travelers and gave great conversation. Dinners consisted of an appetizer, main course (usually a beautifully plated fish and potatos) and dessert. My favorite meal was the fish stew appetizer, a unique baked entree of layered fish, potatoes and tomatoes, and a chocolate molten cake!

Upon arrival at the Tikehau airport, you are transported via van to the boat launch. Via boat, it’s a short 10 minute ride to Ninamu. We were greeted with fresh coconuts. The check-in process was a little confusing since we arrived as a storm rolled in! Most of the guests were in the lobby waiting out the storm and us new arrivals were awaiting instruction or details on how long until our rooms would be ready. We arrived quite early in the day, so didn’t expect our rooms to be promptly ready — but some extra communication on what to expect and what to do while we waited would have been helpful! Again, a small hiccup in an otherwise great stay!

I would recommend Ninamu for travelers looking for a unique, unforgettable experience— but willing to forgo some comforts like AC, television and lux room commodities like extra evening lighting and bath products. You will meet interesting travelers and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience on a remote private island in the South Pacific! More

  We just returned from a five night visit to Ninamu and had a wonderful experience. We did a buy-out of the property for a birthday celebration and it was truly... read more the perfect choice. Chris and Greta are the consummate hosts...and the service from the staff...More