Moorea: Sea Scooter Jet Snorkeling Tour & Stingray Swim

Summary

Sea scooters glide over Moorea reefs stingrays turtles close

You’ll glide over Moorea’s reefs by sea scooter with a local guide who knows every corner—stingrays brushing past your hands, turtles drifting by, coral glowing below. Small groups mean more space (and less awkward flailing). Hotel pickup, gear, and cold drinks are sorted—just bring your sense of adventure.

What’s the experience like?

Someone hands me a sea scooter — heavier than it looks, honestly — and our guide, Manu, grins like he knows I’m about to look ridiculous. He runs through the basics in this mix of French and English (and a little Tahitian for good measure). There’s fruit juice sweating in the cooler and the smell of sunscreen everywhere. The group is small, just six of us, which feels right. I can hear waves slapping against the hull as we drift off Temae Beach, and it hits me I’m actually doing this day trip in Moorea.

The first time I squeeze the trigger and let the sea scooter pull me forward, it’s weirdly smooth — like flying underwater but slower. Coral flashes by underneath; Manu points out a turtle with these lazy flipper strokes that make me jealous. At Stingray City (they call it that for a reason), one glides right under my hand. Its skin is cool and kind of slippery, not at all what I expected. Someone laughs when I yelp through my snorkel — apparently that’s normal here. The reef sharks keep their distance but you see their shadows flicker at the edge. It’s not scary, just… real.

We stop for a bit to float near Turtle Town (the name makes me smile), and Manu tells us stories about growing up here — how his uncle used to fish these waters before tourists ever showed up with GoPros. There’s a quiet moment where all you hear is breathing through snorkels and distant boat engines. I think about how far from home I am, but also how easy it feels to belong in this water for an hour or two.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided sea scooter snorkeling tour

• Receive equipment demonstration
• Learn safety tips from guide
• Explore Temae Beach reef
• Snorkel at Turtle Town
• See stingrays and sea turtles
• Spot reef sharks and tropical fish
• Enjoy boat ride and dolphin watching

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Moorea snorkeling tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included if you select that option during booking.

What marine life can you see on the sea scooter snorkeling tour?

You may encounter stingrays, turtles, tropical fish, reef sharks, and more along the reefs near Temae Beach.

How many people are on each tour group?

Tours run with small groups of 2–7 people for a relaxed experience.

Are refreshments provided during the tour?

Yes, light refreshments like bottled water and fruit juice are included.

Is there an age limit for participants?

The minimum age is 7 years old; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Do you need previous snorkeling experience?

No previous experience is needed; guides provide full equipment demonstration and safety tips.

Where does the tour start in Moorea?

The main meeting point is at Sofitel Hotel's nautical center or your guesthouse if pickup is arranged.

Can cruise ship passengers join this Moorea snorkeling tour?

No, pickup for cruise ship customers is not available for this tour.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from most Moorea accommodations (if selected), all snorkeling equipment including easy-to-use sea scooters, guidance from certified local experts throughout the reefs near Temae Beach and Turtle Town, plus bottled water and fresh fruit juice to keep you refreshed between swims before returning back to your hotel or meeting point.