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10 Best Whale Watching In French Polynesia

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The 10 most popular whale watching across French Polynesia. What each day on the water is actually like, who runs it, and what you'll pay.

10 Best Whale Watching In French Polynesia

Swimming with Whales in Moorea (Half Day tour)

Swimming with Whales in Moorea (Half Day tour) - Whale-Swim Rules: The 6-Guest Limit and Why It Matters

1.Swimming with Whales in Moorea (Half Day tour)

Most Popular★ 4.5

Swim with Moorea humpback whales on a small-group half-day tour. Limited spots, careful safety, and snorkeling gear included.

“This was an amazing experience from pick up to drop off. Taxi was on time at resort and super pleasant. Johnny and his captain were tremendous, safety was a priority for the whales and participants. He explained everything wonderfully and offered in both French and English. We were able to make two entries into the…”

264 reviewsFrom $305.30by Moorea Expedition

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Whale Tour – Observe and swim with whales

Whale Tour - Observe and swim with whales - Your 4-hour schedule: whale search first, then lagoon snorkeling

2.Whale Tour – Observe and swim with whales

★ 5.0

Swim with humpback whales in Moorea’s small-group in-water setup, then snorkel a calm lagoon with stingrays and reef sharks.

“It was an amazing excursion. Would recommend 100%. Tour guides were very nice, professional and patient which is a must for this activity. It was awesome, we will take this to the memory book forever! Thank you for making it posible!”

257 reviewsFrom $270.63by Enjoy Boat Tours Moorea

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Whale Watching Tours in Bora Bora

Whale Watching Tours in Bora Bora - Meet Simon, the Captain, and the Small-Group Rhythm

3.Whale Watching Tours in Bora Bora

★ 4.5

Small-group humpback whale watching in Bora Bora with a directional hydrophone, a respectful swim rule-set, and a 3.5-hour ocean outing.

“Simon was a fantastic guide and made sure we were able to get the most out of our time in the water. He makes sure everyone is safe and is great at finding the elusive whales. Be prepared to swim long distances as the whales move arouRead more”

250 reviewsFrom $305.30by Tohora Bora Bora

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Swim with humpback whales

Swim with humpback whales - Getting on the Water: 8:30 Start, Pickup, and the Small-Group Reality

4.Swim with humpback whales

★ 5.0

Swim with humpback whales in Moorea, then meet rays and blacktip sharks. Small-group boat trip with gear and pickup.

“I was really looking forward to this after being stuck indoors during the pandemic. Seeing the whale’s eye was amazing. There were many mothers with calves. I wouldn’t suggest children on the tour though they are allowed as it is the deep oRead more”

224 reviewsFrom $264.13by Corallina Tours

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Humpback whale watching and marine life in Moorea

Humpback whale watching and marine life in Moorea - How Pacifik Attitude finds whales in the first place

5.Humpback whale watching and marine life in Moorea

★ 5.0

Moorea whale watching with Pacifik Attitude: respectful humpback spotting, possible swims, and marine life sightings on a 3-hour trip.

“I am still in awe... what an amazing experience. Our guide and captain were great and knowledgeable. The boat was only for 8 pax which is perfect. We got lucky enough to be the only boat on the 2 sites where we stopped. At the first stop we heard a singing male and you could…”

199 reviewsFrom $327.95by Pacifik Attitude

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Half day whale tour 4h00

Half day whale tour 4h00 - Price and value: why about $191.91 can make sense

6.Half day whale tour 4h00

★ 4.5

4-hour Moorea humpback whale snorkeling tour with small groups, provided gear, and a real chance to swim when conditions allow.

“It is a very rocky ride to the ocean so if you get seasick or are not used to boats/sea, make sure to take some medicine beforehand. We did get to see the whales which was unlike I have ever done and definitely a once in a lifetime experience. Don't expect to see the whales…”

181 reviewsFrom $191.91by Moorea Activities Center

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Private tour observing and swimming with humpback whales in Moorea

Private tour observing and swimming with humpback whales in Moorea - Moorea from the water: lagoon, open sea, and the bays stop

Respectful whale excursion to Tahiti in 4h30

Respectful whale excursion to Tahiti in 4h30 - Where you start: Papeete Marina timing and how to plan your day

8.Respectful whale excursion to Tahiti in 4h30

★ 4.5

Respectful humpback and dolphin boat trip from Papeete with small-group snorkeling and gear, plus a shot at swimming if conditions allow.

“We went of this tour in the morning on a Wednesday. There were 6 couples on the boat and 2 crew. We met our captain adjacent to our cruise ship dock and headed off to search for whales. As a long time skipper of our own cruising yacht in Australia, I was very surprised that…”

123 reviewsFrom $222.11by Tahiti By Boat

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Moorea: Whale Swimming Boat Trip


9.Moorea: Whale Swimming Boat Trip

★ 4.6

Swim with humpback whales in Moorea during a 4-hour small-group boat trip with safety briefing, snorkeling time, and lagoon wildlife.

“A magical activity that respects the environment and the whales. The kids (big ones) and I thought it was an absolutely wonderful time. A memory for life!”

112 reviewsFrom $295by Moorea Expedition

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Half Day Small Group Whale Watching

Half Day Small Group Whale Watching - The max-6 boat setup: what it really changes on the water

10.Half Day Small Group Whale Watching

★ 5.0

Small-group Moorea whale watching with a max-6 boat, humpback sightings, snorkeling gear, and drinks plus fruit, in about 4 hours.

“Unique experience. Only 6 guests were allowed on board, which improves the experience. The small number of participants is very advantageous in the water. We saw two adult humpback whales underwater during the first snorkeliRead moreAuto-translated”

88 reviewsFrom $267.22by Moorea Sea Experience

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