The 4 Private Whale Watching Charters in French Polynesia That Earn Their Price

1.Private tour observing and swimming with humpback whales in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $1,640Our pick

Spend four hours aboard Mana’hau with guides such as Nicky, Fabien, Lolo, or Lingee, seeking humpback whales from July to November. Swim or snorkel with marine life, visit Moorea’s bays, and try the towed subwin board on a private trip for up to eight people.

“Such a wonderful experience with our guide, Nicki, and her father! Knowledgeable and personable, they geared the trip to our needs and wants. We never felt rushed as we snorkeled with stingrays, sharks, and turtles. And you cannot beat the scenery!”

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2.Private Whale Watching Adventure in Mo’orea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews

Meet at Plage de Tiahura at 8:00 a.m. for a private six-hour whale search with captain Julien and guide Teoni. You’ll learn about humpback whales, use the provided snorkeling gear, and may enter the water when conditions and regulations allow. Boat viewing is always an option.

“We had an unforgettable experience on our whale watching tour in Mo’orea! Our guide, Teoni, and captain, Julien, were both outstanding. Teoni was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive, making sure our entire family felt safe and comfortaRead more”

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3.Half Day Private Whale Watching in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews

Spend four private hours aboard Inutai with Marie and Julien, searching Moorea’s whales from July to late November. Your crew may also find turtles, dolphins, sharks, and rays, with snorkeling gear, towels, drinks, snacks, and a tour video included. Pickup is offered, and the outing returns to Moorea Marina.

“The experience of private whale watching with Marie and Julien was wonderful; and they are very nice people to spend the afternoon with! They came to pick us up at the hotel, their boat is very nice and modern, they are well informed and Read more”

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4.Private Tour Whale Watching Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews

Join Mori Ora’s crew from Moorea Marina for a private 3 to 4-hour search for humpback whales and other marine life. The crew adapts the outing to ocean conditions, approaches animals gently, and may offer time in the water for confident swimmers with fins, mask, and snorkel.

“Getting on and off the sailboat was trash in itself. Driver hit another boat with the dingy on our way to the sailboat. Got to the sailboat which looks like it's been through 3 hurricanes. There is absolutely nothing luxurious about this boat. No pRead more”

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