Tahiti Lagoon Snorkeling: Motor Catamaran & Tastings

Diana prepares the food on board while you're in the water.

Snorkel and swim in the Tahiti Lagoon aboard the MIGALOO, a motor catamaran carrying a maximum of 12 passengers. The 3.5-hour cruise includes a one-hour stop in turquoise water for snorkeling, a swim, and tastings of homemade pastries and local dishes prepared by your hostess Diana, plus soft drinks and flavored water throughout. A guide speaks English, Spanish or French and shares the history and legends of Tahiti during navigation along the coast.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cruise and swim in Tahiti Lagoon

• Board elegant motor catamaran MIGALOO
• Hostess shares Tahiti history and legends
• Sail along Tahiti coast and airport
• Stop for swimming in turquoise lagoon
• Snorkel and explore seabed
• Taste homemade pastries and local dishes
• Enjoy soft drinks onboard
• Return to port

The experience

The MIGALOO leaves the port and sails along Tahiti's coast, passing near the airport and other landmarks while your guide tells the history and local stories of the islands. About halfway through the 3.5-hour outing, the catamaran anchors in the lagoon's turquoise water for roughly an hour: time to snorkel the seabed, swim, and taste the dishes Diana has prepared on board. The boat carries no more than 12 people, so the pace stays unhurried and the group stays small enough to feel like an outing with friends rather than a crowd.

Snorkeling happens in the lagoon's clear water during the anchored stop. You bring your own equipment or ask the operator about rentals when you book. Diana's homemade pastries, local fruits, and savory snacks come out while you're drying off, along with soft drinks, flavored water, still water and sparkling water. The catamaran has three electric toilets on board. The return to port is unhurried, giving you time to settle in as the day winds down.

What’s included

• The cruise includes a 3.5-hour sail on the Tahiti Lagoon with a one-hour swimming and snorkeling stop.
• tastings of homemade pastries, local fruits, and savory snacks prepared by Diana.
• soft drinks, flavored water, still water and sparkling water.
• use of three electric toilets on board.
• and a guide in English, Spanish or French who shares the history and legends of Tahiti during navigation.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 12:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (12 to 85 years) · Child (1 to 11 years)

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Migaloo Experience

Is this one for you?Groups of up to 12 suit this boat best. The small size keeps the experience intimate and the pace relaxed, making it ideal for couples, families and friends who want to snorkel without the feel of a larger tour group.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 11 years).

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's the snorkeling like in the Tahiti Lagoon?

The lagoon's water is clear enough to see the seabed, and the one-hour anchored stop gives you time to explore without rushing. The depth and marine life vary by season and exact location, so ask the operator about current conditions when you book.

What happens if I don't snorkel?

You can swim in the lagoon during the stop instead of snorkeling, or stay on board and enjoy the water from the catamaran while Diana's food and drinks are served.

Is the boat accessible for people with mobility concerns?

The MIGALOO is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the operator notes that public transportation options are available nearby the departure point. Contact them directly about specific accessibility needs before booking.

Can I buy alcohol on this cruise?

Yes, you can purchase beers, wines and cocktails on board in addition to the soft drinks and water included with your ticket.