Moorea Whale Watching: Small Group Tour & Snorkeling

Small group Moorea whale watching tour with fruit, punch and snorkeling gear included for close-up encounters

You’ll join a small group out on the waters off Moorea to spot humpback whales migrating from Antarctica, with an experienced guide and captain. There’s fresh fruit, punch (the rum kind), and snorkeling gear if you want to jump in. Keeping the group small is meant to disturb the whales as little as possible and to allow better sightings.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half day whale watching tour

• Meet captain and guide
• Observe humpback whales
• Enjoy fresh fruit and drinks
• Use snorkeling equipment if needed

What’s included

Your half-day includes a spot on a small-group boat (never more than six), the company of a captain and an experienced guide, fresh fruit, bottled water, fruit juice or local punch rum to sip onboard, plus all necessary snorkeling equipment if you feel like jumping in alongside the whales.

Times

• Monday to Saturday 07:00 12:15

Last departure this season: 20 Nov

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Before you book

Group Up to 6

Live guide English and French

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to 12h before

Ages Adult (12 to 75 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Confirmation Confirmation within 48 h

Good to know

Moderate physical effort Not recommended with heart problems

Operated by Moorea Sea Experience

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The experience

Every year, humpback whales travel up from Antarctica to the waters around Moorea, and this outing takes you out to look for them. A captain and an experienced guide stay with the group the whole time, looking after you on board and in the water. The aim is to discover these huge animals in their own waters while putting their calm and well-being first.

The group is kept small, about half the size of a typical tour, so the captain and guide can give everyone proper attention. For the team, fewer people on board also means less disturbance for the whales and better chances to observe and interact with them. Respect for the animals’ peace and well-being comes first, and that goes especially for the humpbacks.

On board, the crew serves fresh fruit with bottled water, fruit juice and local rum punch. If you want to get in the water, fins, masks and snorkels are on hand. The outing calls for at least a moderate level of fitness and is not advised for travelers with heart problems.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Is snorkeling equipment provided on the tour?

Yes, fins, masks, and snorkels are available if needed.

Are drinks or snacks included during the trip?

Yes, fresh fruit, bottled water, fruit juice, and local punch rum are served on board.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with health issues?

This tour is not recommended for those with poor cardiovascular health or low physical fitness.