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We are Marie and Pipapo settled for many years in Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas Islands.
We built our house ourselves in a Polynesian style on our wooded land. We are located in Taiohae in the main village of the island.
We like to interact with travelers from all walks of life.
Nous sommes Marie et Pipapo installés depuis de nombreuses années à Nuku Hiva aux îles Marquises.
Nous y avons construit notre maison nous même dans un style polynésien sur notre terrain arboré. Nous sommes situés à Taiohae dans le village principal de l'île.
Nous aimons échanger avec les voyageurs de tous horizons.Types of help and learning opportunities
GardeningDIY and building projectsHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
Established for a long time in the Marquesas Islands, we invite travelers to share our knowledge of the archipelago on land and at sea, and even on the plate!
Installés depuis longtemps aux îles Marquises, nous proposons aux voyageurs de partager avec eux nos connaissances de l'archipel sur terre comme sur mer et même dans l'assiette!Help
We need help to refit our boat (on land). sanding, painting, and miscellaneous DIY.
Nous avons besoin d'aide pour le carénage de notre bateau (à terre).
ponçage, peintures, et bricolage divers.Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: FluentAccommodation
We offer a large comfortable double room (with fridge, kettle) with private bathroom in our garden.
We generally offer to share lunches together on the days you work with us.
We provide enough to prepare your breakfast.
Nous proposons une grande chambre double confortable (avec un frigo, une bouilloire) avec salle de bain privative dans notre jardin.
Nous proposons généralement de partager ensemble les repas du midi les jours où vous travaillez avec nous.
Nous fournissons de quoi préparer votre petit déjeuner.What else ...
The island of Nuku Hiva is vast; it is the 2nd largest island in French Polynesia after Tahiti, even if it has only 3000 inhabitants.
There are many hikes and excursions offered. During your free time you can discover lush valleys, archaeological sites, beaches, local crafts, the specificities of the marquesian culture, and others.
We can help you organize such outings.
The island accessible by plane from Tahiti (3h15).
L'île de Nuku Hiva est vaste; c'est la 2nde plus grande île de Polynésie après Tahiti, même si elle ne compte que 3000 habitants.
Il y a beaucoup de randonnées et excursions proposées sur l'île. Pendant votre temps libre vous pourrez découvrir des vallées luxuriantes, sites archéologiques, plages, artisanat local et autres... Nous pouvons vous aider à organiser de telles sorties.
L'Île est accessible en avion depuis Tahiti (3h15 de vol).A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
4/5 heures par jour max, 5 j/sem.
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Marie and Pipapo are nice and welcoming.
The work is various, not too hard and always done with Pipapo's jokes.
Marie is an excellent cook, the food is great !
The place is really comfy, surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers.
And on your free time, you can enjoy the wonderful island.
We wish we… read more
They are hardworking, always willing to help, they like a job well done, they spare no effort, they have a lot of knowledge in multiple areas, they like to discuss all subjects… read more
They are hardworking, always willing to help, they like a job well done, they spare no effort, they have a lot of knowledge in multiple areas, they like to discuss all subjects… read more
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Marie and Pipapo are nice and welcoming.
The work is various, not too hard and always done with Pipapo's jokes.
Marie is an excellent cook, the food is great !
The place is really comfy, surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers.
And on your free time, you can enjoy the wonderful island.
We wish we… read more
They are hardworking, always willing to help, they like a job well done, they spare no effort, they have a lot of knowledge in multiple areas, they like to discuss all subjects… read more
They are hardworking, always willing to help, they like a job well done, they spare no effort, they have a lot of knowledge in multiple areas, they like to discuss all subjects… read more