FRENCH POLYNESIA
The best of the islands.
The 10 most popular 4wd island safaris across French Polynesia. What each day on the water is actually like, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
A guided Moorea 4WD half-day covering Magic Mountain, pineapple farms, viewpoints, marae, and a distillery tasting with hotel pickup.
“A very relaxed tour. The guides are very knowledgeable. They don't rush you like some other tours. Definitely recommend.”
Tahiti Nui Safari 4x4 through the island’s green heart. Riverside swim, sacred stops, Vaihiria Lake views, fruit break, and bumpy fun.
“On our honeymoon, this was our first excursion and it did not disappoint! We were both blown away at the amazing hospitality, rich history lessons, and beautiful sights we were met with. We were so impressed with every detail of this exRead more”
Bora Bora lagoon safari with stingrays, blacktip sharks, coral snorkeling, and a Polynesian picnic lunch on a motu.
“Coco was such a good guide. We saw all the sea creatures on our stops and had the best lunch on the motu. Coco was very professional, willing to help get on and off the boat, and informative along the way. He even asked a fellow tour guide to help swim me (using a life…”
Half-day Bora Bora 4WD tour with lagoon lookouts, WWII sites, tie-dye and coconut oil demos, tropical fruit, and optional sparkling wine.
“Ensure your vehicle has sufficient safety belts. Take your own water. Be prepared to endure the sales pitch that come immediately.”
Half-day Bora Bora 4x4 safari with Tupuna Safari, Mount Popoti 360° views, Faanui Valley art, and WWII-era history.
“Exciting trip up rocky roads but we'll worth the views at the top. Our guide Tiba made the tour lots of fun. We went to a sacred site and to a shop for a tie dye demonstration. U r in the back of a truck with seats on both sides. Go and enjoy.”
Step into Bora Bora’s coral garden in a helmet and walk underwater for about 30 minutes, guided by pros who take photos.
“Well, I have to rate this very poorly because the activity never took place. We booked it months in advanced, Viator charged us. We payed a lot for the hotel in Bora Bora to stay one more night to have the day for this activity, and on the morning of the activity when they are…”
Moorea 4x4 shore excursion with Belvedere and Magic Mountain 360° views, pineapple and vanilla tastings, plus bay stops.
“Fantastic tour with great view points even with the havy rain shower at the 360° belvedere. Safe driving uphill and interesting explanations. Marmelade and fruit tastig was delicious.”
Full-day Tahiti 4x4 safari into Papenoo Valley crater rainforest with waterfalls, plant stops, and archaeological sites. Pickup included.
“Reading other reviews, I was skeptical but we loved this experience! Our driver Noah was the very best, very knowledgeable, personable and caring. Lunch was a reasonable 30-40 minutes and there was a great view. The views driving through the center were so beautiful! Noah took the top off so we had optimal viewing from…”
Moorea half-day open-air 4WD safari with hotel transfers: Belvedere views, freshwater eels, marae culture stops, and pineapple tastings.
“Excellent. Guide was incredibly knowledgeable, incredibly attentive, took time to explain everything in both English and French. Truly a beautiful tour and time well spent. Covered the Island at the right pace!”
Bora Bora land-and-sea combo pairs an open-air 4WD safari with lagoon snorkeling for stingrays and black-tip sharks, lunch included.
“We had a fantastic time on this excursion. Our guide Matu and captain Ari were so friendly and made the day really relaxing and fun. And lunch at Matu's family's home on the motu was incredible! Our guide for the 4x4 adventure was also very friendly, knowledgeable, and an excellent driver. We truly enjoyed this…”
