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For the couple who wishes to celebrate their love in the Polynesian tradition, MAOHI NUI offers different romantic
options. Weddings, vow renewals or marriage anniversaries are celebrated by a non denominational priest, with no
official power. The priest is dressed in an elegant traditional costume. Polynesian dancers and musicians are normally
part of the ceremony, unless the couple prefers a more simple celebration.
The ceremony starts usually late afternoon, in a setting made of coconut leaves and hibiscus flowers, on the Matira beach or on an private island (motu). The language used is French or English, depending on the preference of the couple. A small
part of the ceremony is done in the Tahitian language.
Details of the ceremony for the “traditional” and the “simple” wedding:
The couple wears the white pareo that we give them. The priest leads the ceremony and declares the husband “tané” and
the wife “vahiné” under the Polynesian tradition, before giving them a Tahitian name. The couple exchanges flower leis
and crowns, which symbolizes harmony, before receiving the wedding certificate from the priest. The certificate is made
on a fine peace of tree bark called “tapa”. Songs, music and dances punctuate the entire ceremony, lasting about 30
minutes.
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Polynesian Wedding on Matira Beach
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Traditional |
| Polynesian wedding on Matira
beach |
The traditional ceremony takes place on Matira beach. A group of musicians and dancers are present.
Two “warriors” normally pick up the couple directly at their
bungalow. If the bungalow is over-water, they use a small
outrigger canoe (with paddles). The couple wearing the
white pareo is taken to the beach, where the priest and
the entire group of dancers and musicians are waiting
for them.
The “warriors” carry them within their arms to
the beach. The couple meets the priest, and the
ceremony starts. Songs, Polynesian music and
dances punctuate the ceremony, in beautiful
harmony.
Duration of the ceremony: 30 minutes.
Included: two white pareos, two flower
leis and crowns, one certificate made on a tapa.
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Simple |
| Polynesian wedding on Matira beach |
The simple ceremony is celebrated on Matira beach. The couple is alone with a priest and one
musician. The vows and prayers stay the same as in
the traditional ceremony.
Duration: 15 minutes.
Included: two white pareos, two flower leis and
crowns, one certificate made on a tapa. |
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Intimate |
| Polynesian wedding on Matira beach |
The intimate ceremony is celebrated on Matira beach. Only the priest is present, with the couple.
The vows and prayers stay
the same as in the traditional ceremony.
Duration: about 12 minutes.
Included: one wedding certificate made on a tapa. |
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Polynesian wedding on an island (motu) |
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Traditional |
| Schedule: normally from 3h30pm to 5h30pm, including the outrigger canoe ride to the motu. |
The outrigger canoe is decorated with flowers and leaves. A comfortable bench for lovers is installed in front of the boat, so they can sit side
by side. The ceremony takes place on the beach of an island (motu), in a very natural and beautiful setting.
Once on the motu, the couple can put on the white pareo that we give them. Warriors come to meet them, and carry them within their arms
to meet the priest for the beginning of the ceremony. Songs, music and dances performed by the group punctuate the entire ceremony. A
bottle of champagne is opened.
Duration of the ceremony: 30 minutes.
The couple will then go back to their hotel, watching the sunset, drinking champagne and listening to the ukulele.
Included : one bottle of champagne Moët and Chandon, two white pareos, two flower leis and crowns, one certificate made on a tapa. |
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Simple |
| Schedule: 3h30pm to 5h00pm, including the outrigger canoe ride
to the motu. |
The outrigger canoe is decorated with flowers and leaves.
A comfortable bench for lovers is installed in front of the boat, so they
can sit side by side.
The ceremony takes place on the beach of an island (motu), in a very
natural and beautiful setting. Once on the motu, the couple can put on
the white pareo that we give them. The couple is alone with the priest and one musician. After the ceremony, a bottle of champagne is opened.
Duration of the ceremony: 15 minutes.
The couple will then go back to their hotel, watching the sunset,
drinking champagne and listening to the ukulele.
Included : one bottle of champagne Moët and Chandon, two white
pareos, two flower leis and crowns, one certificate made on a tapa. |
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