This Private Island in the Middle of the Pacific Is Surrounded by Some of the Clearest Waters You'll Ever See

"Located some 6,000 kilometers from the nearest continent, I learned Nukutepipi is a private, ultra-luxury atoll in the Tuamotu archipelago designed by a co-founder of Cirque du Soleil and available only for full buyouts; it accommodates up to 52 guests across a master villa (a two-bedroom home plus two separate one-bedroom bungalows), two junior villas with plunge pools, and 13 bungalows perched on the sugar-sand beach. The island’s real showstopper is its natural beauty: a unique collection of rare tropical flora and fauna, pristine beaches that fade into crystalline turquoise waters, a protected lagoon and natural coral reefs. Guests can indulge in therapeutic Tahitian oil massages, Motu picnics, coral garden tours, deep-sea fishing and seasonal whale-watching, or explore the scenery by foot, bike, or golf cart; there’s also a stargazing program with daytime telescopes for spotting native birds and cultural immersion activities like making pareos, searching for pearls, and trying Tahitian dance. Transfers to and from Tahiti (via Papeete domestic airport) are provided by private chartered flights, with year-round international connections to Tahiti from cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, Paris, Tokyo and Auckland." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines