Environmental Policy

Here, moving to the rhythm of the lagoon,
we move forward with gratitude.

Preserving the natural world around us and supporting the women and men
who bring our island to life are at the heart of our approach.

Discover our social and environmental commitments,
designed to offer you stays that are in harmony with the fenua.

LIVING ENVIRONMENT
We promote well-being, safety, environmental sustainability, and a balance between work, local areas, and communities.

OUR COMMITMENTS TO WATER
We are implementing measures to reduce water consumption, monitoring our usage, and raising our guests’ awareness about responsible water use (linens in guest rooms).

THE SUN, THE PRIMARY SOURCE OF ENERGY
We optimize our energy consumption through high-performance equipment, responsible management of air conditioning and lighting, and the gradual expansion of renewable energy sources.

OUR CIRCULAR ECONOMY
We follow a strict waste sorting policy, reduce single-use plastics, and promote recycling and composting.

BIODIVERSITY AROUND US
We protect local ecosystems—both marine and terrestrial—and use environmentally friendly products.

LOCAL SOURCING
We prioritize local, sustainable products and suppliers committed to responsible practices.

WE RAISE AWARENESS
Our teams are trained in sustainable practices, and we keep our customers informed to involve them in our efforts.

LOCAL LIFE
We contribute to local development and participate in cultural and environmental initiatives.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE
We regularly assess our environmental performance and are committed to continuous improvement.

COMMITTED LIVING IN APATOA

From the very beginning of the project, a commitment to the environment and Polynesian cultural involvement
have been an integral part of the vision of our owners and managers, Nathalie and Didier CANDALOT,
as they envision the hospitality at APATOA.

Turtles Sentinels
Te Honu no Ra’iātea

Just outside our protected lagoon, we work alongside the nonprofit organization to preserve and monitor the turtles that live there. Observation thus becomes a valuable tool for research, and our guests discover this fragile world through a guided, respectful, and committed snorkeling tour.

The Breath of the Reef

Off our beach, we care for the corals that sustain life in the lagoon. Several times a year, we remove invasive algae to allow the corals to breathe, letting the reef regain its natural radiance and strength.

Our Solar Panels

Thanks to solar energy, we provide electricity for all our staff completely independently, and new panels will soon extend this energy independence to our villas, making your stay even more environmentally friendly.

Ma’a for our pigs

At Fetuna, nothing goes to waste: anything you don’t eat feeds our neighbor’s pigs. Every day, we collect our vegetable scraps and food waste to support his pig farm. The pigs are raised with respect and are an integral part of life in our district.

The fa’apu, the living heart of the hotel

In our traditional fa’apu, we grow the tropical flowers and plants that beautify every area of the hotel. This nourishing garden also invites our guests to discover the plants of the fenua—their scents, their colors, and the stories they hold.