FRENCH POLYNESIA · ISLAND
The best of the islands.
The 10 most popular papeete tours across French Polynesia. What each day on the water is actually like, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
A half-day Tahiti Nui loop with A/C comfort, live guide commentary, and fast photo stops from marae to black-sand beaches.
“Pick up was right on schedule. Big clean mini van, which was very comfortable. Our tour guide was Vetea, who was lovely. Very knowledgeable of the island, even stopped a couple of times along the way to allow us to sample some delicRead more”
Moorea Street Food Tour in Papeete with a small group, hotel pickup, 6-8 tastings, and a north-shore drive led by local chef-guides.
“Highly recommend this tour— doesn’t matter if you’ve been on the island for days or new arrivals. Good food, great education with Mareva, our guide. She’s very knowledgeable. We appreciated talking about everything from food, to politics, to French culture (island and European) and ecology. It ended up being a rainy day and perfect for…”
Half-day East Coast Tahiti from Papeete: black-sand beaches, blowholes, waterfalls, local artisans, small-group Mercedes ride.
“Our guide, Mihi, was the best. Knowledgeable, engaging, friendly. We saw unexpected hidden gems, met locals who were her relatives or acquaintances, as well as all the highlights. The van was clean and comfortable. Excellent all around.”
Small-group west coast Tahiti tour with Arahurahu Marae, black sand beach, caves, gardens, local church moments, and Monoi making.
“Absolutely outstanding tour with enthusiastic, experienced and knowledgeable (geography, history). Highly recommend.”
Helmet sea-walk in Moorea’s lagoon with stingrays and multicolored fish, guided by pros in a small group with pickup.
“We loved this experience! I was a bit afraid at the beginning, but the person in charge of the tour was so patient and nice that he made us feel very comfortable. He explained very well everything we had to do once we were under the water, and it was beautiful to experience the sea…”
Fast catamaran day trip to Tetiaroa: Bird Island walk, reef snorkeling, and Tahitian meals. Early 6am start, long return.
Small-group West Coast Tahiti day trip to Teahupoo with black sand beaches, waterfalls, marae sites, and an optional Olympic surf boat ride.
“If I could give this to tour 10 stars, I would. An informative tour about the real Tahiti. Tracie was our guide. She was informative. She was funny.”
Private 4.5-hour Tahiti tour from Papeete with hotel pickup, AC comfort, and free stops at Point Venus, Faarumai, Arahoho, and Vaipahi.
“Damian, was amazing very friendly and knowledgeable! He made us feel welcomed and even made an unplanned stop at a pharmacy for us! I would recommend this tour after a cruise as a way to see the island of Tahiti before heading to airport or hotel!”
Private Tahiti circle island in 5 hours: Arahurahu marae, Maraa grottos, Vaipahi water gardens, Faarumai falls, Point Venus.
“Eric was very knowledgeable. Took us to some beautiful places on the island with lots of info about each spot. Loved all the waterfalls, flowers and the black sand beaches”
Private airport and pier transfer in Papeete with name-sign pickup, AC van, bottled water, and a traditional flower or shell garland.
“We booked this service for multiple transfers (to/from airport, to cruise port) instead of taking the transfers provided by the cruise company, and we are so glad we did. The vehicles are new and kept immaculately clean. They have enough room for luggage. We had two different drivers and they were bot”
