THE WHALE WATCHING GUIDE
The trips worth booking.
The 15 whale watching in french polynesia travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
Swim with Moorea humpback whales in a small-group tour limited to 7 in the water, then snorkel the lagoon with stingrays and sharks.
Most Popular“We had an amazing experience swimming with the whales. The captain and guides were fun and professional. They put us in the best spots to see the whales and got some amazing pictures.”
Swim with humpback whales in Moorea, then snorkel a lagoon with rays and black-tip sharks. Small groups, English/French guides.
“I highly recommend this outfit. The people giving the tour make all the difference. They explained things well in both English and French so you always felt included. They were always very helpful and very fun to spend the day. It was an amRead more”
Humpback whale watching and swimming in Moorea, plus lots of marine life. Respectful crew, 3-hour outing, season runs July to November.
“Unfortunately we didn't have a good whale watching experience. This tour was supposedly operated by Pacifik Attitude per Viator but instead Moorea Moana Tours showed up. There was a large group of us who got divided into 2 groups anRead more”
4-hour Moorea whale watch with snorkel gear, drinks, and chances to swim humpbacks during July to November, plus lagoon time.
“We booked a tour for 6 people in the boat but the tour operator took 11 people. With only 6 people allowed in the water at a time you only get 1/2 the opportunity to swim with the whales”
Private Moorea whale tour with small-group snorkeling, possible humpback whale swimming (July–Nov), and lagoon views from a comfy boat.
“Such a wonderful experience with our guide, Nicki, and her father! Knowledgeable and personable, they geared the trip to our needs and wants. We never felt rushed as we snorkeled with stingrays, sharks, and turtles. And you cannot beat the scenery!”
Small-boat humpback whale and dolphin excursion off Tahiti with snorkeling gear, fruit and drinks, and a real chance to swim when conditions allow.
“Awesome adventure searching for whales! Our guides were so fun and shared their love of the ocean and its inhabitants.”
Small-group humpback whale watching in Moorea with a 6-person boat, guided snorkeling, and refreshments, running about 4 hours.
“Unique experience. Only 6 guests were allowed on board, which improves the experience. The small number of participants is very advantageous in the water. We saw two adult humpback whales underwater during the first snorkeliRead moreAuto-translated”
Moorea humpback whale watching and snorkeling with Lagoon Vibes. Small group, expert guides, gear, and about 4 hours on the water.
“I had Ivy as a guide, and she had no problems identifying the whales under water. Fantastic trip with fantastic whale experience...”
3-hour Moorea whale watching with small-group access, snorkel time in the lagoon, and a real shot at humpbacks.
“Good coaching. Organize in two groups of people the launch. It should therefore be noted that the two groups will not see the same thing. But guides do their utmost to satisfy their customers.Auto-translated”
Small-group humpback whale watching in Tahiti with a respectful swim option, top comfort on board, and great lagoon snorkeling even if whales stay distant.
“Amazing experience and an even better guide. We Saw a large female breaching twice. And he explained the procedure amazingly”
Small-group humpback whale swims in Moorea. Safety-first launches, guided snorkeling, and real time whale spotting on a 4-hour tour.
“Great tour with knowledgeable guide! Great communication before and during the tour. Provided us with several opportunities to be in the water swimming with the whales. Highlight was putting us in the path of a family pod with a calRead more”
Swim with humpback whales in Moorea with just 6 people in the water, plus a small-boat setup, snacks, and expert Polynesian guides.
“LOVEDDDDD watching the whales and swimming with them!! The captain and guide were so friendly and informative. Must be in good shape to keep up because it’s a lot of swimming!”
Swim in Moorea with humpback whales during July–Nov, in a tiny group with hotel pickup, wetsuits, and biologist-led safety checks.
“Incredible experience with Robert and Mareva. Mareva is very experienced and we had an exceptional show, it was a dream for us. Thanks to them, I highly recommend.Auto-translated”
Swim or watch humpback whales in Moorea on a small 4-hour boat outing with safety-first rules, led by Captain Tamatoa.
“Wonderful experience. Very friendly and professional crew. We felt safe and comfortable throughout the whole cruise. Highly recommended service! We were very lucky to see a baby humpback from very close distance multiple times. Surpassed our expectations by far 😁”
Swim with humpback whales near Paea and Papara on Tahiti in a comfortable boat, with strict approach rules and snorkeling gear.
“Interesting day and good tour… it’s in French 🇫🇷 btw… Our tour departed Puna’auia due to the weather and we sighted one large whale about an hour into the tour and an hour later we also got to see a group with a Baby Whale, it’s mother Read more”
Every coast with a season worth booking, port by port.
