Private Marine Wildlife Adventure with Underwater Photography
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Private Marine Wildlife Adventure with Underwater Photography
By MOOREA MOANA TOURS
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English, French
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- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Private transportation
- Photography Package
- Marine Biologist Guide
What's not included- Towels
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Hauru Public Beach, Mo'orea, G32P+X34, Moorea-Maiao, French PolynesiaParking available at the beach park. Pickup will be directly by boat from the beach.
Pickup details- We will contact you before your charter to coordinate pickup by either taxi or directly by boat depending on your accommodation.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Village Tiahura, Village, Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 51487P7- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 51487P7
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- remimac220 contributionsAMAZING!!!What an amazing expereince! Being able to be in the water so close to these magnificent creatures left us in awe, and wanting a trip back to have this experience again! Just beyond incredible...WOW! Doris our guide, Robert our captain, and Baptiste our photographer were all fantastic. They truly care about the whales and you can tell their well-being is their top priority. We highly recommend splurging on the photographer to capture everything. We also enjoyed our stop to swim/snorkel with the rays and black tip sharks on the way back. Special memories we will never forget!!Written January 10, 2025
- OritKN0 contributionsFamily vacationThis was our last day of our family trip in Moorea and the best one! Louise was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and professional, and also kept our safety through the trip. We snorkeled with stingrays, eagle rays, black tip sharks and sea turtles. We saw a big group of dolphins swimming next to the boat, and even jumped into the water to swim with them. I really recommend the tour for a great family experience.Written January 3, 2025
- Cruiser5345630 contributionsSpectacular ocean adventureWow this experience was amazing. You get to swim with strong rays and sharks turtles. They took care of us all the way. Matthau and Robert were excellent they looked after us from a to b we had plenty to drink ( nice punch n rum) and on the way back a nice fruit platter recommended while at MooreaWritten December 26, 2024
- Hanna77770 contributionsVery expensive boat rideIt was a very expensive boat ride. The tour guide was exhausted and not motivated at all and because of their choices we ended up not getting a chance to swim with the whales. There were people on this tour who were attempting for the second or even third time to see the whales. Each time for the same amount of money. Even the stop for snorkeling with rays and sharks was limited to only 15 min, and we got back 30 min earlier. The description of this tour is not true - you should be a pretty strong swimmer to swim in an open ocean so the age range from 4 to 99 years old looks a bit strange.Written December 5, 2024
- hprovenc0 contributionsFantastic small group experienceFantastic tour to swim with turtles, sharks and rays. We were just on the other side of whale season but still got to learn about the migration. Overall an amazing personalized experience. Andrew was an excellent guide and Chewbacca an excellent boatman. Small group makes it truly excellent with lovely fresh fruits and juice to end the tour.Written November 21, 2024
- Q3528ADteresan0 contributionsAbsolutely Magical ExperienceI can’t say enough about Moorea Moana Tours and their incredible team. My experience was so wonderful the first time – a two-day tour in October, including a private trip – that I booked another trip as soon as I got off the plane, returning at the end of the whale season in November for two more private days! These experiences went far beyond my expectations and have left me with memories I’ll cherish forever. Louise Lam, my guide, was the heart of the tour. She is not only knowledgeable and professional but one of the warmest and most genuinely kind people I’ve ever met. Louise has an incredible passion for marine life that she shares so freely, creating an atmosphere that is both educational and inspiring. She made every moment on the boat educational, fun, and exhilarating. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and she took the time to ensure everyone felt comfortable and safe – whether it was our first time in the water or our second trip, like mine! Her kindness and commitment to each guest’s comfort and enjoyment made me feel incredibly cared for – she truly went above and beyond to make every moment special. The photographers, Louise Gille, Mata, and Baptise, were phenomenal. On all of my trips, they all ensured we got beautifully captured memories of the experience. Louise Gille, especially, is one of the most talented photographers I’ve ever met and is simply inspiring. Her talent, eye for detail, creativity, and her passion for photography shone through in every shot. Louise Gille's dedication to her craft is remarkable. She too exudes kindness and warmth that made this trip feel so special. The photos they took allow me to relive those magical moments over and over again. On both trips, I was able to spend hours up close and personal with the whales, a privilege I never imagined possible. The care and dedication that the crew showed ensured that I felt safe, comfortable, and fully immersed in each incredible moment. Their love for the ocean and for sharing these experiences with others is truly inspiring, and it shows in everything they do. I am already planning my return next year and highly recommend Moorea Moana Tours to anyone wanting an unforgettable, heartwarming, and awe-inspiring experience with the whales. The passion, kindness, and talent of this team will leave you with memories that last a lifetime.Written November 14, 2024
- kimbero20180 contributionsAmazing timeIt was a blast Rode everywhere and saw amazing places Saw dolphins Snorkeled and saw beautiful fish and reefs Saw sting rays and black tip sharksWritten November 13, 2024
- albanyf20190 contributionsThe best time of my lifeWow! Honestly words are not enough! BEAUTIFUL experience. The team was PERFECT. We had many encounters with whales because our guide (Louise Lam) was super knowledgeable, she always knew where the whales were and made me feel super safe. Our photographer (Louise Gilles) took some AMAZING pictures of all our crew. They both felt like underwater guardians. They have so much respect for the whales and I would not want to go with anybody else but them!! Also, Captain Chewy was amazing, he was super comfortable navigating the boat which made me feel confident and relaxed even in bad weather. THE DREAM TEAM! Can’t wait to be back next year. After 5 days in the water with them they truly feel like a family, they made it fun and it was calming to have them in such good spirits all the time.Written November 13, 2024
- IndySig0 contributionsAMAZING!!!!We had the best time searching and swimming with whales. Our lovely and capable leader gave us guidelines for swimming with whales and sharks in case we come across one. About 2 miles off shore we came across a singing whale and into the water we went. We save a couple other whales and tried to swim with a second one that disappeared after we got into the water. The songs it was singing in the water resonated through us. It was the neatest experience to hear and feel the whale singing. Note: This is not an easy thing to do. If you aren’t a good swimmer or comfortable snorkeler then take the whale sightseeing boat and not this adventure. Seriously, we had 6’ swells and a couple snorkelers that were a mess and that causes problems for everyone. It’s hard and you’ll swim quite a distance to see these beautiful creatures -so, think of others if you aren’t good in the water. (Not being nasty, just being honest)Written November 9, 2024
- Navigate703840 contributionsSurreal experienceWhat an experience! Saw 2 adult whales with a baby. So close that we locked eyes ! Thanks to our excellent hosts. O’neil, Captain Roberto, Ocean, Josh you’re the best. Pierrick and his team were professional, accommodating and great at what they do.Thank you for this unique experience! Highly recommended!Written November 8, 2024
- amyrJ6771VU0 contributionsMOST MAGICAL EXPERIENCE EVER!My husband and I traveled to Mo'orea for our honeymoon specifically to swim with the whales. And after researching different tour groups we decided on Moorea Moana Tours and WE ARE SO HAPPY WE DID. We booked 3 half day private charters (if you can do the private charter, highly recommend... it's so nice controlling your pace and getting to know your tour guide and captain) and for two of them we had Louise as our tour guide and Andrew for our captain and they were THE BEST! Louise made us so confident with our safety in the open water... specifically when it came to sharks (my husband and I are terrified of sharks). She was so personable and knowledgable and just really made the experience so wonderful! On our last charter with them we weren't very successful in finding whales to swim with... until the VERY end of our time (and a little time after). They got us in the water with a juvenile female that was SO playful for about 5 minutes... but it was one of the best encounters of the trip! We loved our tours and we had such magical moments with a handful of different whales (mom and calf, juveniles... no male escorts but hopefully next time)! If you want to swim with the whales... choose Moorea Moana. They are respectful of the ocean and the whales while also doing their very best to get you the most magical experience! We will be back and we will be doing more charters with this group and hopefully with Louise and Andrew!Written November 6, 2024
- davidbA8854UE0 contributionsNot to miss!It really is the experience of a lifetime! Don’t miss this if you’re able, but also be aware that you aren’t guaranteed to get to swim with the whales, and when you do, the swim can be challenging, as the boat is not allowed to get closer than about 100 meters (which is respected and strictly enforced). So you’ll need to swim the rest of the way and the group will be motivated to get there, so it’ll be a workout. We jumped in once to try to get close to a pod of melon-headed whales, but they weren’t interested in hanging around, so we jumped back onboard to look for humpbacks. We ran into a mother and baby near the end of the morning and were able to get up close and personal. We were running late, which is likely why we didn’t do the stop for rays and sharks at the end, but the whales is what it’s really about. Merci pour une superbe matinée en mer et à bientôt j’espère!Written November 4, 2024
- A1441CHrichardm0 contributionsExperience of a LIFETIME!The trip was unbelievable and I couldn’t have imagined a better experience myself. As amazing as the experience was with the whales, what truly put the expedition over the top was the phenomenal crew. Their communication, service, and knowledge was over the top. Charlotte, Iotua, Louis, & Heley really did a fantastic job and really made us feel welcomed and loved. Mauru’uru Moorea and to the whole MooreaMoanaCharters for everything you do.Written November 2, 2024
- alexandermstewart0 contributionsAn absolute must if you’re in MooreaThe crew was excellent! We managed to swim within 10m of a sleeping male humpback whale. It was truly a life changing experience. The crew did a great job explaining all safety items and how to navigate around the whales. They were also especially respective of the whales in the water (unlike other groups). I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Moorea.Written November 1, 2024
- Grace E0 contributionsAmazing time!This is an excellent tour! We didn’t get to actually swim with whales, but we did see them from the boat! The whales dove by the time we were swimming in the water, which happens! We ended the tour swimming with sharks and the rays. Finally we had some rum punch and ate fresh fruit on the boat. Mata and Captain Robert were excellent guides. We enjoyed every minute of our tour. Mata is an ocean expert and makes you feel very safe swimming in the deep blue. Highly recommend going on this tour when you are in Moorea.Written October 29, 2024
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Lauren D
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Sep 2022 • Couples
My husband and I did a full day private swim with humpback whales with a photographer. It was amazing, we saw so many whales and pilot whales. Herehia was our guide and she was very friendly, knowledgeable and we felt safe with her in the water. Josh was our photographer and he took great photos/videos for us.
Unfortunately for us, the water was rough that day and it rained so I would recommend to be prepared for big waves/seasickness (take dramamine) and also be a strong swimmer.
Highly recommend!
Unfortunately for us, the water was rough that day and it rained so I would recommend to be prepared for big waves/seasickness (take dramamine) and also be a strong swimmer.
Highly recommend!
Written September 30, 2022
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Hi Guys,
Thank you for your feedback,
Cheers
Written October 20, 2022
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Davidoff
Zurich, Switzerland4 contributions
We booked the private tour and it was worth every dollar/franc/euro. The crew was super professional and friendly. We felt very safe and cared for at all times.
We experienced unforgettable moments with Moorea Moana Tours - we are incredibly grateful! I can highly recommend the agency! Thank you very much! 🙏🏻
We experienced unforgettable moments with Moorea Moana Tours - we are incredibly grateful! I can highly recommend the agency! Thank you very much! 🙏🏻

Written August 26, 2023
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Thank you so much !!
Written August 30, 2023
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Amy C
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This was a truly amazing experience. We swam with the rays and sharks, which was great. But nothing could be as spectacular as swimming with a humpback whale. Kama and Drew did an expert job of getting us there, and Bastion took superb pictures. I will never forget the feeling of the whale swimming towards us, then directly underneath us, then coming up and breaching on the other side of where we were. Definitely once in a lifetime. Cannot recommend highly enough. All of the staff were very kind and helpful, and they truly care about the island and the marine life. They steered us away from an area where multiple boats were stopped, because they did not want to stress the whale that was clearly nearby. Instead we kept going until we found one all alone. It was magic.
Written August 18, 2024
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thank you so much for your feedback , it was a pleasure to ihave you and show you the beauty of or ocean.
Written August 19, 2024
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Rick N
Tiburon, CA4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
It’s our first time in Moorea (myself, wife, 18yr old daughter and her friend) but we had an excellent recommendation from someone who’s been coming here for decades who said you must book a tour with Moorea Moana Tours - and boy were they right! Easy to book, clear communications, on time boat pickup, comfortable ride with snacks, but most importantly an AMAZING private tour with Louise and Oliver. Louise is an underwater photographer extraordinaire who also had tons of great recommendations for food and adventures on the island. She was able to take some truly amazing shots of our underwater adventures which included swimming with rays, black tipped reef sharks, and fish in the shallows; then some larger black tipped reef sharks in the deeper water; then we rode along lots of spinner dolphins at a very cool surf break; and finally swam with some green sea turtles and eagle rays. Some pics attached here. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour!
Written July 8, 2022
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Thanks my friend for your feedback!
cheers
Written July 9, 2022
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Robert W.
Munich, Germany7 contributions
We had a private whale watching tour with our guide Doris and the photographer Josh. (Unfortunately I forgot our captains name), but he was the one! Such a magical experience with this lovely crew.
We saw whales, turtles and eagle rays !!! And went swimming with them.
I highly recommend this trip, especially with these guys. The crew were professional and so kind. It was fun, exciting and all in all completely worth it. Thanks for having us!
We saw whales, turtles and eagle rays !!! And went swimming with them.
I highly recommend this trip, especially with these guys. The crew were professional and so kind. It was fun, exciting and all in all completely worth it. Thanks for having us!
Written September 19, 2024
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We are glad that you get a great day with us.
Thank you again
Written September 22, 2024
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Cruiser68502648021
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Sep 2024 • Friends
Great encounters with whales. Captain Chewy and guide Mareva with photographer Louise gave us such a great experience and are all so knowledgeable
Written October 3, 2024
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Thank you for your feedback !
Written October 4, 2024
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sheila e
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We had a great day even in super windy conditions!
Pierrick and Louise were wonderful guides- we swam with sharks and rays and turtles, and cannot wait to come back in whale season!
Pierrick and Louise were wonderful guides- we swam with sharks and rays and turtles, and cannot wait to come back in whale season!
Written April 7, 2022
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Thank you guys
We got so much fun with you also if the condition was intense.
See you next time with the whales
cheers
Written April 8, 2022
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