Polynesian Canoe Sunset Cruise Moorea: Live Ukulele

Sip local rum punch and savor snacks as twilight colors Moorea’s waters

A 2-hour private sunset cruise on a traditional Polynesian canoe in Moorea, with a local guide playing ukulele and drinks included. You board the canoe in the late afternoon, settle in as the sun drops toward the horizon, and listen to live music while sipping rum punch and snacking. The guide speaks English or French and steers the boat through the water as the light changes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private sunset cruise on Polynesian canoe

• Board Polynesian canoe
• Enjoy Polynesian music with ukulele
• Drink local fruit juice, rum punch, water
• Snack on included refreshments
• Experience sunset atmosphere

What’s included

• Local fruit juice, water, local rum punch and snacks.
• live ukulele music from the guide.
• pickup included.
• English or French-speaking guide.

Times

• Every day 16:00

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Before you book

Group Private 3 group tours ›

Live guide English and French

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. You can choose from 13 pickup points.

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Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Confirmation Confirmation within 48 h

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby

Operated by MOOREA MITI TOURS

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

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The experience

The cruise runs on a Polynesian canoe, the operator's own vessel, and the guide brings a ukulele. You're not watching a performance from a distance. The music happens on the boat with you, part of the rhythm of the evening rather than a separate show. The atmosphere is built around that: drinks flow (local fruit juice, water, rum punch, snacks), the light shifts, and the guide plays. Two hours is long enough to feel unhurried but short enough to stay focused on the moment.

Pickup is included, so you don't need a car or a taxi to get to the boat. The guide speaks English or French, so language isn't a barrier. The cruise suits any group size (two people, a family, friends), and the operator notes that it works for all fitness levels, meaning you're sitting on the canoe, not hiking or swimming.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What kind of boat is the Polynesian canoe?

The Polynesian canoe is a traditional outrigger-style vessel that the operator uses for the cruise. It's designed to carry small groups and is the setting for the entire experience, so you're on the water in an authentic local boat rather than a modern motorized tour vessel.

Does the guide actually play ukulele during the cruise?

Yes, the guide brings a ukulele on board and plays live music throughout the 2 hours. The Polynesian musical atmosphere is part of what the operator guarantees, and it happens while you're on the water watching the sunset.

What drinks and food are included?

Local fruit juice, water, local rum punch, and snacks are all included. You don't need to bring your own or pay extra for drinks during the cruise.

How do I get to the boat if I don't have a rental car?

Pickup is included in the booking, so the operator arranges transport to the boat. You don't need to arrange your own way there.

Is this cruise suitable for children or people who don't drink alcohol?

The operator notes the cruise is suitable for all fitness levels, and the group can be family or friends of any mix. Non-alcoholic drinks (fruit juice and water) are included alongside the rum punch, so everyone has options.