5 Wildlife Trips in French Polynesia Worth Booking

1.Best Way to Interact with Ocean Wildlife with Lunch. 6H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 599 reviews · from $174Our pick

Captain Taina’s relaxed Moorea lagoon trip visits three snorkeling sites, including underwater tikis and a shallow ray-and-shark area. Guides such as Caroline, Kainou, Chris, and Tikei share local stories while you snorkel or watch through the glass-bottom boat. Lunch, drinks, and equipment are included.

“this tour was excellent! small group (8-12) so you aren't fighting huge groups. The info and views were stunning, and the food was delicious!”

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2.Blue Lagoon – PRIVATE ISLAND Pink sand beach and wildlife reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 130 reviews · from $156

Spend about eight hours crossing Rangiroa’s lagoon to a private-island Blue Lagoon, where you can see pink sand, black-tip sharks, birds, and clear snorkeling water. A two-person crew leads the day, with a local lunch featuring coconut crab and wine. Dock pickup is included, and departure times can suit your cruise.

“Adorable guides!!! A breathtaking island!!! Wow!!!! And a great meal! Ah I went braiding workshop!!! This is magic! A big thank you to you! Ah I was going to forget, a perfect mastery of the boat by the captain A boat from his juice lol!! An amazing experience! We'll probably be back! A thousand thanks. Fred et YaelAuto-translated”

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3.Private Marine Wildlife Adventure with Underwater Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews

Spend three private hours around Moorea with a marine biologist guide, snorkeling at the lagoon, pass, and outer reef. Look for turtles, stingrays, sharks, dolphins, and coral gardens while a professional photographer records the outing. Gear, transport, water, and photos are included.

“We did this experience as a family of 4, with two pre-teen children. This was one of the best experiences of my life. We saw so much sea life in three different areas. The guides were outstanding hosts.”

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4.Lagoon and Wildlife Discovery on a Private Boat in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $293

Spend about three hours with Luna or Clem on a private Moorea boat. Snorkel with blacktip reef sharks and stingrays, visit coral gardens near the motus, look for turtles and dolphins, and receive free GoPro photos. The route adjusts to your group’s wishes and swimming ability.

“Thank you for a wonderful time with my family. We will remember this trip forever. We saw what we wanted to see in one trip. Thank you for making it happen. We are such bad swimmers, yet you were still able to take us to all the great places, thank you. Even the dolphins celebrated with us on the way back!!!”

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5.Lagoon and Marine Wildlife Tour in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $103Best value

Join Aimeho Private Escapes at 9:00 a.m. for a three-hour boat trip through Moorea’s lagoon and Opunohu Bay. Swim at a local sandbar, snorkel over reefs, look for dolphins, and learn about marine life, protected areas, island history, and culture. Gear and fruit are included.

“It was by far the best thing we have done whilst on holiday. The host was fantastic is definitely go back to him again”

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