The Islands of Tahiti will host the 2024 Olympic Games Surf Competition on the world-famous Teahupoo – a dream come true for surfers and Polynesians alike, following the announcement by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
The 2024 Olympic Games will be held from 26 July to 11 August in Paris and, for the first time, the International Olympic Committee has decided that one of the events will take place on an island located nearly 16 000 km from the central site of the Games.
Teahupoo is often called the ‘district at the end of the world’. It is indeed, in this small peaceful village, that the road on the west coast of the island ends. A short walk along a heavenly beach, between the turquoise lagoon with crystal clear waters and the lush and green mountains, and you can admire the internationally famous wave. Attracting more and more board sports enthusiasts or simply lovers of this idyllic spot, the site is equipped with welcoming touristic structures, offering the modern and authentic comfort of accommodation in a Tahitian Guesthouse.
Teahupoo offers a unique wave. For surfers around the world, it is one of the most beautiful gems of the Pacific Ocean. The Teahupoo wave represents a perfect tube, which is likely to reach extreme heights during the period of the Olympic Games. Technically, this wave is the perfect spot for such a competition, well suited to the level of these international teams bringing together the best surfers in the world.
IMAGE: Teahupoo – CREDIT: Steve Dickinson
