FRENCH POLYNESIA
The best of the islands.
The 10 most popular canoes & kayaks tours across French Polynesia. What each day on the water is actually like, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
Paddle Moorea’s lagoon in a transparent kayak, then snorkel with sharks and stingrays, with small-group culture stops and juice included.
“lovely tour, weather was definitely on our side. hugo took us to 2 snorkel spots & we saw many water floral n fauna, loved it thankyou!”
Snorkel Bora Bora’s lagoon on an outrigger canoe, spot sharks and manta rays, then relax at a BBQ motu lunch with Polynesian flavor.
“Teddy was a wonderful guide that answered all of our questions and pointed out a lot of spots of interest in Bora Bora. We were able to snorkel with beautiful fish of every tropical variety, black tip sharks, sting rays and manta rays. Amazing experience. Lunch was fantastic!”
Moorea’s eco lagoon tour on a transparent kayak: turtles, rays, coral views, and a motu sandbank snack, guided for 3.5 hours.
“We had an excellent time on the kayak tour. It was amazing to get out on the water. We were able to see turtles, rays, and tons of fish. Our guide was very knowledgeable and kind. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun morning adventure!”
Blue Lagoon’s comfortable outrigger canoe day trip to Taha’a: black pearls, vanilla, rum tasting, and Coral Garden snorkeling.
“Jimmy was excellent. The boat is the best out there. Very clean and the hammock off the side makes it. Was great in the snorkeling in showing us paths and things to know and watch for. Made sure I saw my reef shark! Leaning about the BlaRead more”
Moorea Hauru Lagoon clear-bottom kayak and coral-garden snorkeling, turtle and ray spotting, plus fruit juice snack on a guided tour.
“Bellissima esperienza, coppia di ragazzi molto disponibili, con un bimbo di 4 anni al Seguito. In sicurezza, senza problemi! Sorprendente. Avevamo giá fatto un tour della laguna in barca, con il kayak abbiamo visto motu differenti, siamo riusciti a vedere tartarughe, razze e squali. Snorkeling con un fondale stupendo! Consigliato!”
Modern outrigger canoe day trip around Raiatea with snorkeling at Nao Nao, UNESCO Taputapuatea, and possible Faaroa River time.
“Aside from the beautiful weather we saw dolphins twice, snorkelled in a remote area and had an amazing Captain who is passionate about the island… this tour was amazing, I highly recommend it.”
Moorea lagoon tour by canoe for 6 hours with snorkeling spots for rays, blacktip sharks, tiki carvings, and a Motu raw fish coconut cooking class.
“An absolutely mind-blowing day! Our lagoon cruise by traditional canoe was easily the highlight of our holiday. We snorkelled over eight historic tiki carvings, swam with sharks and stingrays, learned to open and shred coconuts, and maRead more”
Transparent kayak in the Lagoon of Moorea with an eco guide, clear views of turtles and rays, plus snacks, fruit juice, and a calm motu break.
“Nicolas and Lucas guided us through areas where rays and turtles inhabit as well as taking us to a shore to snorkel. The current was strong that day and we had to paddle hard but it was great exercise in such a scenic environment!”
Electric paddleboard snorkeling over Taha’a’s Coral Garden. Eco-friendly, small-group, guided stops with gear, snacks, and GoPro memories.
“We had a wonderful time exploring the coral garden and neighbouring spots. The e-paddles are a great experience, very easy to handle and give the opportunity to enjoy (in silence) the beauty of one of Taha’a’s top places.”
Small-group kayaking on Raiatea’s Faaroa River with comfy backrests, a calm pace, and a local guide plus refreshment stops.
“Having booked 2 days before, no one showed up on the D-day:( I had to call, and finally they came 1 hour late. But I got a ride with a private guide who taught me a lot about the fauna, flora and life of the inhabitants of Raiatea. So I was not disappointed with the…”
