Oval in shape, this atoll of 50km by 14km and divided into two groups of 65 islets, encloses a shallow lagoon with crystal clear waters. The main village of Raitahiti nestled under the coconut trees on the northern part of the atoll has its own small airdrome close by. The 379 inhabitants depend mainly on lagoon fishing for their livelihood and their many fish parks supply the markets of Papeete with fresh fish. Homestay tourism now happily supplements the other traditional activities.