TAATI, Nicholson
“The early bird catches the worm”
Age : 44
Years of service : 12 years
Apart from my professional career, what I’m really passionate about is listening to local music, reggae, and above all enjoying festive moments.
Honesty is the most important quality I look for in a colleague.
What motivates me at work is the opportunity to share my skills with everyone.
If I had to give one piece of advice to someone starting out in this profession, it would be to immerse yourself completely, learn carefully and learn from every experience.
GUILLOUX, Tarepa
“I love my job”
Age : 35
Years of service : 2 years
Outside my professional life, I’m passionate about enjoying music and following sporting events.
For me, honesty is a fundamental quality that every colleague should possess.
What stimulates me at work is to find this convivial atmosphere with my colleagues.
If I had to give one piece of advice to someone starting out in this profession, it would be to love what you do and share your know-how.
VAHIMARAE, Taai
“I love Hinano”
Age : 41
Years of service : 9 years
Apart from my work, my greatest passion is my children.
For me, cohesion is the most essential quality.
At work, what motivates me most is to find this joy and positive atmosphere with my colleagues.
If I had to give one piece of advice to someone just starting out, it would be to share my know-how to help them progress.
MALAKIAI, Nikolas
“Akuna Matata”
Age : 40
Years of service : 8 years
Apart from work, my passion lies in music, sports and athletics.
My motivation comes from collaborating with my colleagues and from a deep mutual respect.
What I appreciate most in a colleague is the value of respect.
If I had to give one piece of advice to someone starting out in this field, it would be to seek to acquire a broad knowledge base, nurture a passion for guiding and give 200%.
MAUAHITI, Rumahei
“Give the best of yourself and don’t expect anything in return, you’re never better served by yourself.”
Age : 26
Years of service : 2 years
Song, a heritage handed down by my ancestors, has engraved Polynesian culture at the heart of our family, nurturing my innate passion.
Respect remains an essential pillar for me.
My daily driving force is the love I have for my work, the desire to share my culture and cultivate genuine human ties.
To newcomers, I recommend that they commit themselves fully, without hesitation.
VIRASSAMY, Heimana
“love what life has to offer”
Age : 51
Years of service : 10 months
Cooking is my passion, a way for me to share moments with family and friends, as well as doing odd jobs around the house.
What matters most to me in a person is cohesion and integrity.
My essential motivation lies in the pleasure of working and sharing my profession as a lagoon guide, a passion I’ve nurtured for 30 years.
My advice to newcomers would be to persevere and truly love this profession.