Things to do in French Polynesia
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Bora Bora Snorkeling: Private Lagoon Cruise with Motu LunchA private snorkeling cruise in Bora Bora's lagoon with a local guide, hotel pickup and a secluded motu lunch (on the 6-hour option). You snorkel the coral reef and its marine life on a Cap Camarat boat, learning about the ecosystem and Polynesian culture while the operator protects the reef—no shark feeding, no coral damage. The half-day runs 3 hours; the full day adds a Polynesian meal and beach rest on the private island.Is it for me?The 3-hour option works if you have a free afternoon and want to snorkel without committing the full day; the 6-hour option is built for couples or small groups wanting the full experience with the island lunch and beach time. Either way, the private boat means you're not sharing the route or the stops with other groups, and the captain adjusts the three snorkeling zones based on weather and season instead of running a fixed itinerary.
Snorkeling in Moorea lagoon: Stingrays and coral gardenA half-day snorkeling tour in the Moorea lagoon departs daily with a live guide, boat transport and all mask-and-fin gear included. You'll snorkel three separate sites: a bay where green turtles swim, a stingray and shark zone where the animals are accustomed to visitors, and the Coral Garden between two motus where the reef fish are densest. The tour runs about four hours from pickup to return, and drinks are provided throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you have a half-day window and want to see turtles, rays, and reef fish in one outing—the boat handles navigation while you focus on water time.
Jet Ski Lagoon Tour Moorea: 2 Hours of Rays & SharksA 2-hour jet ski tour of Moorea's lagoon where you ride your own machine to coral gardens and shallow motus to swim with stingrays and blacktip sharks. The guide adapts the pace to your skill level, whether you're a first-timer or experienced rider. Pickup is included, as are a mask, bottled water, a drink at the end, and free photos the guide takes along the way.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon and want to cover more of the lagoon than a boat tour allows—the jet ski's speed and shallow draft get you to the motus and coral gardens quickly, leaving more time in the water with the rays and sharks. The guide adjusts the ride to your comfort level, so it works whether you're a first-timer or you've ridden before.
Snorkeling Tahiti: Wrecks and tropical fish in a small groupSmall-group snorkeling in Tahiti at a wreck site called The Aquarium, with a maximum of five people per departure. You cruise ten minutes from Marina Taina into the lagoon, snorkel for around 70 minutes among three wrecks (one plane and two boats) and tropical fish, then return to the marina. Your guide speaks English or French and provides all snorkeling equipment and underwater photos by email.Is it for me?The five-person maximum means you're snorkeling with a small group instead of a crowded boat, which keeps the water uncrowded and the guide's attention distributed. The ten-minute boat ride from Marina Taina leaves most of your afternoon free, so this works if you want snorkeling without a full-day commitment.
Romantic Scuba Diving in Bora Bora: Black Pearl ProposalRomantic scuba diving in Bora Bora pairs a two-hour private dive in the lagoon with a certified guide, a black pearl to exchange underwater, and professional video of the entire experience. Pickup and drop-off are included, along with all SCUBA equipment, towels and bottled water. A health questionnaire is required before diving, and a 24-hour wait after international flights is mandatory.Is it for me?Two hours is enough time for the dive and the pearl moment, but leaves the rest of your day open—this works if you want the proposal or gesture without it consuming your whole afternoon. The private guide and cameraman mean the focus stays on the two of you, not on managing a group or timing around other divers.
Whale watching tour Moorea: 4 hours, small groupA four-hour whale watching tour in Moorea for groups of up to six travelers, led by an experienced naturalist guide who reads animal behavior and makes gentle approaches to humpback whales, dolphins and other marine mammals. The crew brings bottled water and snacks; swimming with fins is recommended but not required—non-swimmers observe from the boat. Children from age 4 are welcome. Duration varies between three and four hours depending on weather and wildlife activity.Is it for me?The tour departs from Moorea's waters without requiring a car or advance transport—book pickup details when you reserve. A small group of six means the crew can respond to where the whales are rather than hold to a fixed itinerary, which matters on a day when animal behavior and ocean conditions decide what's possible.
Moorea ATV Riding: Belvedere, Pineapple & Magic MountainATV riding on Moorea takes you across the island's interior on a guided 3.5-hour route that hits three landmark viewpoints: the Belvedere overlook above Cook and Opunohu bays, the pineapple plantations inland, and Magic Mountain's 360° vista of the volcano caldera. A local guide leads the route; hotel or port pickup is included. Morning departures leave around 8am, afternoon around 1pm, depending on your location. The ride ends with pineapple tasting and a drink.Is it for me?Book the morning departure around 8am if you want to ride while the island is still cool and reach Magic Mountain with the clearest light for the volcano views; the afternoon slot around 1pm works better if your hotel checkout or ship arrival runs late.
Moorea: ATV Quad Tour & Magic Mountain ViewpointYou ride a quad across Moorea's interior, climbing to the Belvedere Lookout between the two main bays, then higher to Magic Mountain for panoramic views of the northern coast and Opunohu Bay. A native guide leads the route, sharing island history and culture while you stop for photos at each viewpoint. The tour includes helmet and head covering, and takes several hours from start to finish.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Moorea's interior and main viewpoints without arranging your own transport or navigation—the quad handles the terrain and the native guides know where to stop and what the landscape actually means to the island.
Private Whale Watching & Swimming in Mo'orea: Swim in their breeding groundsA private whale watching and swimming activity in Mo'orea where you search for humpback whales with a qualified guide and captain, with the option to snorkel with them or observe from the boat. The tour runs 6 hours and includes snorkeling equipment, bottled water and soda. Physical fitness is required for swimming; extended search times are normal since these are wild animals in their natural habitat.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or French, so language won't block your understanding of what you're seeing—choose the tour if you want the whales explained as they appear, not narrated after the fact.
Snorkeling in Bora Bora: Private catamaran with floating barSnorkel Bora Bora's lagoon on a private catamaran with your group only, sailing to coral reefs and Paradise Bay where a floating bar serves drinks in water you can stand in. The boat is a 46-foot performance catamaran; the captain customizes the route to show you the island's best reefs and marine life. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide in English, Spanish or French, bottled water, snacks and beverages are included. The half-day outing runs four hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel without renting a separate boat or joining a group—the catamaran is yours alone, the captain routes to the reefs you want to see, and the floating bar in the shallow water means you stay in the lagoon between dives without climbing back on deck.
ATV Riding + Jet Ski in Moorea: Private Water & Land ComboA combo activity in Moorea where you rent an ATV for a minimum of four hours and take a private jet ski excursion lasting two and a half to four hours, with a certified instructor on the water and a snorkeling stop at the sharks and rays site. You choose between a 700cc or 550cc ATV and between a shorter jet ski run or a full-island tour; the two activities can happen on the same day or split across two. A Visa deposit of $950 is required for the ATV rental, and you must hold a valid driving license and be at least 20 years old.Is it for me?Book this if you want to operate both machines yourself rather than ride as a passenger — the ATV is unguided so you set the pace on land, and the jet ski puts you at the controls on the water with an instructor there only for safety. The combo works best if you have a full day or can split the activities across two days, since the ATV runs a four-hour minimum and the jet ski adds another two and a half to four hours.
Afternoon Scuba Dive in Bora Bora: Certified Divers OnlyAn afternoon scuba dive in Bora Bora for certified divers (PADI Open Water or equivalent) with a professional guide supervising no more than five divers per group. The dive site—lagoon or reef—depends on the day's conditions. Pickup and all equipment are included; if you're Nitrox certified, you dive Nitrox tanks at no extra cost. Your last dive must have been within the past year, and you must be at least 12 years old.Is it for me?If your guide speaks English or French and you're comfortable following instructions in that language, this dive works as a straightforward afternoon activity. The small group size—five divers maximum—means the guide can keep track of everyone and point out the details; if you prefer a larger group or a guide who speaks a different language, look for another operator.
Bora Bora sunset lagoon cruise with drinks and appetizersA shared sunset cruise on the Bora Bora lagoon aboard a motorized pirogue with a live guide in English or French, including pickup. You choose from four non-alcoholic or three alcoholic drinks, eat appetizers and local fruits, and receive a flower and oshiburi (a scented hand towel) as the light fades over the water. The cruise runs two hours.Is it for me?Book this shared cruise if you want to join other guests for sunset and drinks rather than arrange your own boat outing.
Tahiti snorkeling tour: Turtles, rays and shipwrecksA 2.5-hour snorkeling activity in Tahiti's lagoon where you enter the water at a natural spring and explore three submerged wrecks (one plane, two boats) with a guide who identifies the fish, rays and turtles you encounter. The boat ride follows the Tahitian coast, snorkeling gear and instruction are provided, and the guide speaks English or French.Is it for me?The 2.5-hour pace is steady water time, so you need to be comfortable snorkeling for stretches—the guide controls the speed and stays with the group, which works for all fitness levels and ages from 3 up.
Private Whale Watching Tour Moorea: Small Group, August–NovemberA private half-day whale watching tour in Moorea operates August through November, when humpback whales migrate from Antarctica into local waters. The boat holds a maximum of 6 people—half the capacity of standard tours—so your guide and captain can focus on your safety and the animals' well-being. Fresh fruit, drinks and snorkeling equipment are included; a live guide speaks English or French, and hotel pickup is arranged.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to watch humpback whales with a guide who prioritizes the animals' well-being and your own comfort equally—the small group and slow approach are what make close observation possible without stressing the whales or rushing the experience.
Private Catamaran Bora Bora: Full-Day Sailing & Lagoon TourA full-day private catamaran tour of Bora Bora's lagoon includes hotel pickup, a professional guide in English, Spanish or French, snorkeling at a reef site, a floating bar celebration with refreshments and snacks, and lunch at the Bora Bora Yacht Club. The boat sails past Otemanu Mountain, stops for swimming in shallow bays, and anchors near Matira Beach where the hostess brings drinks and appetizers on a flower-decorated floating bar. Groups range from 2 to 12 people depending on the option you choose at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you want a private boat where your group controls the schedule and pace, rather than joining a shared tour with fixed departure times.
Beginner scuba dive in Bora Bora for two with videoThe Romantic Dive is a beginner scuba experience in Bora Bora for two people with a live instructor in English or French, full equipment, hotel pickup, and a cameraman who films you both on the surface and underwater. The dive lasts around two hours. You receive a personalized video and a Polynesian pearl as a keepsake. No diving experience is required, and the instructor explains everything before you enter the water.Is it for me?Book this if you're a beginner or have never dived before and want to try it in calm, clear water with someone teaching you the whole way. The video and pearl make it feel like more than just a lesson — you're taking proof of it home.
Bora Bora Private Island Lunch: Alone on Your Own MotuYou arrive by private boat to find your own island waiting. Spend the day snorkeling in the coral garden, eating Polynesian lunch with your toes in the sand, learning to weave and crack coconuts, and sleeping in a hammock under the palms. Hotel pickup and all meals, gear, and entertainment are included; you just show up and let the day happen.Is it for me?Right for couples, families, or small groups who want a full day away from other tourists without arranging boats or meals themselves. Expect to be on the island for six to seven hours—long enough to eat, rest, snorkel, and actually feel the pace slow down.
Bora Bora Combo Diving and Snorkeling: 2-Tank Dive Plus AfternoonA full-day combo activity in Bora Bora where you scuba dive two tanks in the morning, eat lunch overlooking Matira Beach, then snorkel the lagoon in the afternoon. The operator is the only one on the island offering both activities in a single day, which means couples where one person dives and the other doesn't can stay together instead of booking separate outings. A live guide leads in English or French, and all equipment, towels, drinks and snacks are included.Is it for me?Book this if you and a partner want to dive and snorkel the same day without splitting up—one person dives while the other snorkels, then you both explore the lagoon together in the afternoon. The full-day structure and shared boat mean you stay on the same schedule instead of doing separate tours.
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling in Bora Bora: Combo Half-DayA half-day combo activity in Bora Bora that pairs one scuba dive with snorkeling at two separate spots, all in the same morning. You start with a one-tank dive (introductory if you're new to diving, or certified-level if you already have credentials), then move to two snorkeling sites to see the reef from the surface. Pickup and drop-off from your hotel are included, along with all scuba equipment, towels, bottled water and soft drinks. A guide speaks English or French.Is it for me?If you're staying in Bora Bora without a car, the included pickup from your hotel means you don't arrange transport to the dock—the boat leaves from the main pier and your guide handles the logistics of both the dive and the snorkel back-to-back, so you experience both in one seamless morning rather than booking two separate outings on different days.
