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Tuamotu Islands cruise port guide

Mataiva, Tepoetiriura or Lazarev atoll is a coral atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago. It is located in the Palliser group, and is the westernmost of the Tuamotus. The nearest atoll, Tikehau, is located 35 km to the east.

About Tuamotu Islands

The Tuamotu Archipelago is the world's largest chain of atolls, stretching 1,400 km through central French Polynesia. Rangiroa is the largest atoll and the main cruise stop, with two main passes (Tiputa and Avatoru) creating extraordinary drift diving with grey sharks, dolphins, manta rays, and barracuda. The pink sand beaches and remote islets are spectacular.

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