Top Moorea Whale Watching

Your whale outings are organized in small groups to favor a friendly, comfortable and respectful experience for animals. Each outing is different: Your captain and guides choose the best viewing areas according to the weather conditions, the sea state and especially the behavior of the whales, in order to encourage natural and respectful encounters. We privilege you: small groups a relaxed and friendly atmosphere an animal-friendly approach Check-out is directly from the beach at Sofitel Moorea. Snorkeling equipment and wetsuits are included, as well as hot drinks and local snacks during the outing. Depending on the day, you can also observe dolphins, sea turtles and other animals emblematic of Polynesia. More than an excursion, we just wish you all the best in sharing your passion for the ocean and whales.

Moorea is one of the few destinations in the world where you can still swim with cetaceans and observe them underwater. Join us for the experience of a lifetime! Thanks to the experience of our captain Tamatoa, we can offer you a unique experience, full of emotion, and with respect for cetaceans. Our crew will be more than happy to share their love for the ocean life and lifestyle with you. More than just a whale watching tour, we invite you to immerse yourself in our culture and learn about how we love our lagon and our island. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard! ***Let’s not forget that humpback whales are wild animals. Our priorities are the respect of the mother and newborn’s privacy along with your safety.

Embark on an engaged and animal-friendly tour with an experienced crew who will analyze the behavior of animals and make gentle approaches. A small group tour to guarantee you an authentic and unforgettable experience. It is possible to encounter other species of marine mammals than humpback whales such as globicles, long-billed dolphins, narrow-billed dolphins, sperm whales, flying fish, hunting seabirds. Swimming with wildlife is never guaranteed, but the passionate crew will do everything possible to make your experience incredible.

Get up close to some of the most majestic ocean creatures on a half-day small-group tour from Moorea. Depending on the season and the conditions, you can swim with dolphins, humpback whales, stingrays, and even sharks. You’ll be provided with snorkeling gear and flotation devices so you feel comfortable in the ocean. Strong swimming skills are necessary.

In order to guarantee a better experience for our customers, our tower has a maximum capacity of 6 people, i.e. two times less than a classic tour generally offered on the market. This allows our guide and our captain to take care of you. It is essential for us to ensure respect for the tranquility and well-being of animals, and more particularly humpback whales. This is why having a capacity of up to 6 customers allows us to have a minimum impact on the animals. It also promotes better observations and interactions with animals.

IMPORTANT REMINDER : This is a NON-SWIMMING tour - It's a whale watching tour from the boat. There will be no possibility to upgrade to a swimming tour once you book this tour. Get up close to some of the most majestic ocean creatures on a half-day small-group tour from Moorea. Observe whales, possibly dolphins and more wildlife around Moorea. Please note there is a group of 6 swimmers on board. Their presence is necessary for our boat to get close to the whales. Without the swimmers on board we have to stay 300 meters away.

With over 15 years of experience, we would be happy to welcome you aboard our boat and share our knowledge about the ocean and humpback whales on a small group outing with an experienced, ocean-friendly Guide who will safely guide you through the launches.

Join a small-group whale watching experience in Moorea, limited to a maximum of 4 passengers. We intentionally keep the group small to offer a more personal and comfortable experience. After locating the humpback whales, you can observe them from the boat and, when conditions and regulations allow, enter the water with our guide to experience these magnificent animals in their natural environment.

Embark on a Committed and Animal Friendly Tour with an experienced crew who will analyze animal behavior and make gentle approaches. A small group tour to guarantee you an authentic and unforgettable experience. It is possible to encounter other species of marine mammals than humpback whales such as globicles, long-billed dolphins, narrow-billed dolphins, sperm whales, flying fish, hunting seabirds. Observation from the boat.

Embark on a half-day excursion to meet the majestic whales, with the unique opportunity to swim alongside them. At KoaBoatTour, our guides and captains are trained and experienced for this kind of excursion. Passionate about protecting marine wildlife, they ensure that every interaction with whales is respectful. We follow strict protocols to guarantee the well-being of whales, while offering you the chance to swim alongside them in their natural habitat and this in small group (max 4 people in addition to the guide).

Since 2002, French Polynesia is known as one of the biggest ocean wildlife sanctuary. Moorea’s lagoon perfectly reflects its rich diversity. Among many others inhabitants, we invite you to meet the iconic stingrays, black tip sharks and sea turtles. Keeping in mind our commitment to respecting species and their environment, we be delighted to share with you the playground of Tamatoa’s childhood. You will benefit from his experience, guaranteeing you a one-off adventure. Private tours can also be arranged - contact us directly or visit our website for more information.

We offer you an extraordinary experience: swimming , observing, listening to whales. We are new to tripadvisor but we have been organizing tours since 2020. Our aquatic guide experienced in approaching these mammals will reassure you if necessary and accompany you to live this extraordinary experience. Your safety is paramount, there will be no launching if all the conditions are not met: behavior of whales suitable for observation, state of the sea . If Mother Nature allows you to (frequently) , then prepare for a magical moment.

We have the privilege here in French Polynesia to swim with these beautiful mammals in their breeding grounds. While we focus on being respectful towards humpback whales in their natural habitat, your safety is also a huge priority. Our guides are qualified and experienced in practicing ethical observations in and out of the water, you will be briefed with information about the animals. This activity does require some physical aptitude for those wanting to swim with them, some observations are much better from the boat than in the water.

Privatize our boat to observe whales in their natural environment in compliance with regulations, supervised by a team concerned with your safety and animal welfare. We will share our knowledge and passion for the Polynesian marine environment and will do our utmost to ensure you have an unforgettable experience. Although unpredictable, it is not uncommon in Moorea to contemplate whales with their calf, love parades, jumps, pectoral fin strikes, caudals out of the water. These observations of the vessel do not require any particular physical ability. If the behavior of the animals and the sea conditions allow, we can offer people over 15 comfortable with fins, mask and snorkeling framed by our Aquatic Guide with these giants of the oceans. You may also have the chance to meet dolphins, globicles, turtles, skates and sharks.

Enjoy our very comfortable and small group boat to spend a relaxed, unique and unforgettable experience! We are committed to sharing our passion for the lagoon and the ocean, we love to meet our customers and adapt to their desires.

Embark on an unforgettable day on the water to discover the marine fauna of Moorea in the company of our guide and our captain, both natives of the island. In order to offer you better services and benefits, our tour is limited to a maximum of 6 people so that our team can take care of you. Your day will begin with a navigation in our beautiful lagoon with several stops around the island where you can observe different marine species in the company of our professional guide who will share with you his knowledge of rays, sharks, turtles and dolphins. . Fresh fruit and drinks (water, fruit juice, punch) will be served on board during a relaxing break in our beautiful lagoon.

In order to guarantee a better experience for our customers, our tower has a maximum capacity of 6 people, i.e. two times less than a classic tour generally offered on the market. This allows our guide and our captain to take care of you. It is essential for us to ensure respect for the tranquility and well-being of animals, and more particularly humpback whales. This is why having a capacity of up to 6 customers allows us to have a minimum impact on the animals. It also promotes better observations and interactions with animals.

Embark on an engaged and animal-friendly tour with an experienced crew who will analyze the behavior of animals and make gentle approaches. A private tour that can be adapted to your wishes to guarantee you an authentic and unforgettable experience. It is possible to encounter other species of marine mammals than humpback whales such as globicles, long-billed dolphins, narrow-billed dolphins, sperm whales, flying fish, hunting seabirds. Swimming with wildlife is never guaranteed, but the passionate crew will do everything they can to make your experience incredible.

Our crew have spent their lives in the ocean and will be happy to share with you their passion for the sea and fishing! Come and enjoy an unforgettable day on a private boat and live the adventure of a lifetime!

Embark on an unforgettable day on the water to discover the marine fauna of Moorea in the company of our guide and our captain, both natives of the island. Your day will begin with a navigation in our beautiful lagoon with several stops around the island where you can observe different marine species in the company of our professional guide (rays, sharks, turtles, dolphins...). We will also go to the south coast of the island to discover the less developed part of Moorea. Fresh seasonal fruit as well as drinks (water, fruit juice, punch) will be served on board by our crew who will take great care of you to make this day memorable.

Moorea is one of the few destinations in the world where you can still swim with cetaceans and observe them underwater. Join us for the experience of a lifetime! We can offer you a unique experience, full of emotion, and with respect for cetaceans. Our crew will be more than happy to share their love for the ocean life and lifestyle with you. More than just a whale watching tour, we invite you to immerse yourself in our culture and learn about how we love our lagon and our island. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard! Let’s not forget that humpback whales are wild animals. Our priorities are the respect of the mother and newborn’s privacy along with your safety.

Since 2002, French Polynesia is known as one of the biggest ocean wildlife sanctuary. Moorea’s lagoon perfectly reflects its rich diversity. Among many others inhabitants, we invite you to meet the iconic stingrays, blacktipped sharks and sea turtles. Keeping in mind our commitment to respecting species and their environment, we be delighted to share with you the playground of Tamatoa’s childhood. You will benefit from his experience, guaranteeing you a one-off adventure.

It is a shared activity EN small committee (maximum 5 people) Off the beaten track. We'll spend half a day just enjoying the moment. Laughs, sharing and happiness on the program.