Private Bora Bora Lagoon Snorkeling: Customized Boat Cruise

Your captain skips the crowded spots and anchors wherever the coral looks best.

A private snorkeling cruise around Bora Bora's lagoon with a Tahitian guide who customizes the route, stops and activities to your preference. The captain and guide are both experienced snorkelers who adapt to conditions and keep the group small. Snorkeling gear, towels, water and soft drinks are included; the experience runs 3.5 hours and operates in English or French.

The Experience

You and your group board the White Shark, a comfortable boat crewed by a captain and a Tahitian guide who both know the lagoon's coral gardens and the safest entry points. The captain gives you the choice of where to sail and how long to linger at each stop—you're not following a fixed itinerary or a schedule built for strangers. If you want to circle the island, you circle it. If you'd rather spend the whole time in one coral garden, that's the plan instead.

Snorkeling happens in shallow places where you can see the fauna and flora without risk, and your guide enters the water with you for comfort and safety. The approach is always respectful—the captain knows how to find the best reefs without disturbing them or the animals living there. Snorkeling equipment is provided, along with beach towels, bottled water and complimentary soft drinks aboard the boat.

The 3.5-hour experience depends on good weather; if conditions turn, you'll be offered another date or a full refund. The guide speaks English and French, and pickup is included in your booking.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and beach towels.
• bottled water and complimentary soft drinks aboard the boat.
• a Tahitian guide who snorkels with you and adapts the route to your preferences.
• pickup included.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by La Plage Tours

Is this one for you?The fixed itinerary is gone—your captain and guide build the day around what you want to see and how long you want to stay, which is what makes a private boat the only way to snorkel Bora Bora's lagoon without following someone else's schedule.

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Top questions

Can I choose where we snorkel on the Bora Bora lagoon cruise?

Yes—the captain gives you the choice of stops and how long to stay at each one. The guide will recommend the best coral gardens and help you avoid crowded areas, but the route is yours to shape.

What snorkeling gear do I need to bring?

You don't need to bring any. Snorkeling equipment is provided free, along with beach towels and complimentary water and soft drinks aboard the boat.

Will the guide enter the water with me?

Yes. Your Tahitian guide snorkels alongside you for your comfort and safety, and can point out the fauna and flora in the shallow reefs.

How long does the private lagoon cruise last?

The experience runs 3.5 hours from start to finish, though your captain can adjust the pace and stops based on what you want to do.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English and French, so you can communicate your preferences and learn about the lagoon in your language.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather to operate safely. If it's cancelled due to poor conditions, you'll be offered another date or a full refund.