FRENCH POLYNESIA
The best of the islands.
The 10 most popular safari across French Polynesia. What each day on the water is actually like, who runs it, and what you'll pay.
Tahiti Nui Safari 4x4 through the island’s green heart. Riverside swim, sacred stops, Vaihiria Lake views, fruit break, and bumpy fun.
“This was a great tour! Our tour guide was awesome and very educational. The sights were absolutely gorgeous. We had a great time and it was such a fun way of seeing the island and learning about its culture.”
Bora Bora lagoon safari with stingrays, blacktip sharks, coral snorkeling, and a Polynesian picnic lunch on a motu.
Half-day Bora Bora 4x4 safari with Tupuna Safari, Mount Popoti 360° views, Faanui Valley art, and WWII-era history.
“Tuarii was an amazing guide. Took us to some of the highest, if not the highest, spots accessible by vehicle. Breathtaking views of the lagoon from all sides. Great experience. Would absolutely recommend as a way to see around Bora Bora.”
Step into Bora Bora’s coral garden in a helmet and walk underwater for about 30 minutes, guided by pros who take photos.
“Our group of three absolutely loved this experience. Captain T, Eliza and one other crew member took great care of us. We descended about 15 feet and fish swarmed around us—it felt like walking through an underwater wonderland. Then a stingray joined the party and just hung out with us, swimming around. W”
Full-day Tahiti 4x4 safari into Papenoo Valley crater rainforest with waterfalls, plant stops, and archaeological sites. Pickup included.
“Our family loved every second of this journey! 100% bumpy and 100% magnificent.”
Moorea half-day open-air 4WD safari with hotel transfers: Belvedere views, freshwater eels, marae culture stops, and pineapple tastings.
Snorkel Bora Bora’s lagoon with stingrays and blacktip reef sharks, plus coral gardens, guided swims, and included gear and fruit.
Snorkel Bora Bora’s lagoon on an afternoon shark and ray safari, with guided stops for coral gardens and reef sharks.
A private 4x4 safari in Moorea with viewpoint stops and fruit tastings, plus a Tahitian temple visit. About 3 hours, pickup offered.
“Our tour operator, Ari was amazing! He’s kind, enthusiastic, and his laugh is contagious. Our family had such a great time, Ari made the whole experience fun and informative. The ride was fine with seat belts, though there’s a short bumpy stretch, so if you have neck issues it’s best to sit up front with…”
Shared half-day Bora Bora lagoon snorkeling safari with included gear, fruit and cold drinks, and swims with rays, sharks, and coral gardens.
“Excellent experience today. The 2-person crew were wonderful, funny, kind, informative. Gave us good safety info about snorkeling in these waters. We snorkeled with black tip reef sharks and stingrays—very cool. I highly recommend Rohivai tours.”
