Snorkeling in Tahiti: Turtles and Rays in the Lagoon

Four hours in the lagoon with turtles, rays and coral gardens

A four-hour snorkeling activity on Tahiti's east or west coast where you enter the water at multiple reef spots in the Punaauia or Faaa lagoon, guided by boat and equipped to see sea turtles, rays and coral. The boat provides hot and cold drinks, fresh fruit and all snorkeling gear. Those who prefer not to enter the water can relax on deck or take short lagoon rides instead.

The experience

The boat takes you to different snorkeling spots across the Punaauia and Faaa lagoons, each outing changing based on conditions and what the guides find that day. You enter the water at the reef sites and move between them by boat, spending the morning or afternoon in the lagoon itself rather than traveling to a distant location. The underwater terrain holds sea turtles, rays and coral gardens. The guide positions the group where marine life is active.

Between water time, you rest on the boat with hot or cold drinks and fresh fruit available. If you don't want to snorkel, you can stay on deck and watch the lagoon, or ask the guides to take short boat rides around the water instead. The excursion often finishes with a swim at the sandbank in either Punaauia or Faaa, depending on which coast you're on and where the day has taken you.

Bring your own towel, raincoat, sunscreen and sunglasses. The operator provides snorkeling equipment, water, juice and fresh fruit. Tell the guides about any allergies or health concerns when you book. Public transport stops are nearby if you're arranging your own way to the departure point.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• hot and cold drinks.
• fresh fruit and water.
• boat transport between reef spots in the lagoon.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Child (5 to 17 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tahiti Chilling Boat

Is this one for you?You snorkel independently at each reef spot with the guide positioning the group where marine life is active, so this suits anyone comfortable in the water and wanting to explore the lagoon at their own pace. If you prefer to stay dry, the boat ride and the view are yours for the full four hours.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 17 years); Infant (under 5): free.

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.

What kind of marine life will I see while snorkeling in Tahiti?

Sea turtles, rays and coral gardens are the main attractions in the Punaauia and Faaa lagoons. The exact species and density depend on the day and the specific reef spots the guides choose.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join this activity?

No experience is required. The activity suits all fitness levels, and the guides work with both confident swimmers and first-timers. If you're uncomfortable in the water, you can stay on the boat and enjoy the view instead.

What happens if I don't want to go in the water?

You can relax on the comfortable boat for the whole excursion, or ask the guides to take you on short rides around the lagoon. Both options are available during the four hours.

What's included in the snorkeling activity?

Snorkeling equipment, hot drinks, cold juice, water and fresh fruit are all provided. You bring your own towel, sunscreen, sunglasses and raincoat.

How long is the snorkeling activity and when does it end?

The excursion runs four hours total. It typically finishes with a swim at the sandbank in Punaauia or Faaa, depending on which coast you depart from.