Hiva Oa
If you’re looking for souvenirs, stop at Jean & Nadine Oberlin, a couple from Alsace who fell in love with Hanaiapa long ago. They make lovely tapa (with…
Must-see shopping in The Marquesas
Hiva Oa
This relatively large centre has a good selection of local woodcarvings, bone earrings, pareu (sarong-type garment) and tapa, and a lot of friendly ladies…
Nuku Hiva
Next to the tourist office, the fare artisanal (craft centre) is a good place to stock up on monoi (fragrant oil), necklaces, bracelets and carvings.
Nuku Hiva
Master carver Damas Taupotini has a workshop across the road from Pae Pae Piki Vehine. He carves pieces from bone, wood and stone.
Nuku Hiva
Another renowned carver is Edgar Tamarii, whose workshop is located near Moana Nui hotel. He specialises in woodcarvings.
The Marquesas
Woodcarvings by 'Ua Pou masters as well as seed necklaces and other local crafts.
Boutique du Centre Plongée Marquises
Nuku Hiva
Here you’ll find a few curios, pareu (sarongs) and shell necklaces.
