Moorea: 3-Hour Jet Ski Tour, Stingrays & Lagoon Swim
Jet ski across Moorea’s lagoon to swim with rays and sharks near the motus
You’ll ride a jet ski across Moorea’s lagoon with a local guide, weaving through Opunohu Bay and pausing to swim among stingrays and blacktip sharks near the motus. Expect salty air, laughter, and moments of quiet awe in the water, plus free photos and a drink when you return.
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2 optionsStep-by-step itinerary
Jet ski tour and lagoon exploration
- Equipment and safety briefing
- Depart for 3-hour jet ski tour
- Explore the lagoon and bay
- Swim and dive in coral garden
- Swim with stingrays and sharks
- Return through the bay
What’s included
Your day includes use of all equipment, bottled water along the way, free downloadable photos taken by your guide during the trip, plus a complimentary drink when you finish back at Opunohu Bay before heading out again on your own time.
Times
- Every day 08:30 13:00
Before you book
Operated by Moorea Activities Center
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The experience
I’ll admit, I was nervous about the jet skis at first: never thought I’d actually go this fast on water. We started right in Opunohu Bay, where the air smelled like salt and frangipani. Our guide, Manu, had this way of making everyone laugh even during the safety briefing (he joked that if we fell off, we’d have to buy him a Hinano). The water was so many shades of blue I lost count: like someone spilled paint everywhere.
The engine’s hum faded as we reached the coral garden between two motus. That’s when things slowed down. I slid into the water and felt the coolness wrap around my legs: stingrays glided up so close I could see their eyes move. Manu handed me a piece of fish and one ray brushed my hand. Honestly, it felt like velvet mixed with jelly. The blacktip sharks kept their distance but seeing them in that clear lagoon… yeah, my heart was pounding for a minute. Didn’t expect to feel so calm floating there after.
On the way back, sun on my shoulders and hair full of salt, we cruised past fishermen waving from their boats. Manu snapped some photos (he caught me mid-laugh trying to pronounce “mauruuru”, I probably butchered it). When we pulled up again at Opunohu Bay, they handed us cold drinks and let us download all those pictures for free. Still think about that moment floating above coral while everything else went quiet for a second, you know?
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and French.
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.
Do I need experience to join this Moorea jet ski tour?
No experience is needed: the guides adapt to your level whether you’re a beginner or experienced.
How long does the jet ski excursion last?
The jet ski tour lasts approximately three hours from departure to return.
Is swimming with stingrays and sharks included?
Yes, there’s time set aside to swim with stingrays and observe blacktip sharks near the motus.
Are drinks or snacks provided on this tour?
You’ll get bottled water during the trip and a free drink at the end of the tour.
Can children join this Moorea jet ski tour?
The minimum age to participate is 5 years old.
Are photos included in the price?
Yes, photos taken by your guide are available for free download after the tour.
Is hotel pickup included in this Moorea day trip?
No, hotel pickup is not mentioned as an inclusion for this specific excursion.
Do I need a permit or license to drive the jet ski?
No permit is required for participants on this tour.
Moorea: 3-Hour Jet Ski Tour, Stingrays & Lagoon Swim
3h 30m · EN · FR
from US$ 125 per person
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