Top Moorea Whale Watching

Half-Day Humpback Whales Encounter in Moorea

4 hours

Many people come to Moorea to snorkel in the coral gardens but if you travel here between July and November there’s the chance to see whales on their seasonal migration. With a small group and dedicated guides who follow all whale-protection regulations, head out into the ocean to spot the amazing creatures. If conditions and whale behavior allow on the day, over-15s may even swim and snorkel with the whales.

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from $229

Whale watching and swimming in Moorea

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.

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from $235

Whale watching 6 people half day

Led by experienced local guides, this tour offers a rare chance to see whales in their natural environment, in the water, if conditions allow. We always prioritize safety and the well-being of the animals. The guide carefully evaluates sea conditions and whale behavior before allowing guests to enter the water. Groups are limited to six people in the water at a time, for a more intimate and respectful experience. You’ll be on a new, comfortable boat equipped for safety and designed to make your time at sea enjoyable.

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from $265

Moorea Whales Watching and Swimming Half Day Shared Tour

Moorea Whales Watching and Swimming Half Day Shared Tour

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.

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from $294

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Half Day Small Group Whale Watching

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).

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from $259

Watch and Swim with Humpback Whales in Moorea

Watch and Swim with Humpback Whales in Moorea

Price varies by group size

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from $317

Enjoy a comfortable boat and a small group experience with our passionate guides who will be happy to share their knowledge of humpback whales and other marine animals. We will be keen to have you observe the whales while being respectful in our approach. A small group of 6 people maximum makes this experience even more unique and intense. We love meeting our customers and like to create a friendly bond in our group.

Shared Whale Expedition

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.

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from $282

Private boat tour to swim with whales and sharks

Private boat tour to swim with whales and sharks

Price varies by group size

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from $488

Half day whale watching | Without launch

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.

Half day whale watching | Without launch

WHALE TOUR - Watching and Swimming with Whales

from $132

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from $318

Whale Watching Moorea

Swimming with Whales in Moorea

3.8

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from $147

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.

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from $294

4 Hour Private Humpback Whales Encounter in Moorea

4 Hour Private Humpback Whales Encounter in Moorea

from $1,589

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.

Lagoon Exploration and Snorkeling in Moorea

4 hours

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 these humpback whales, your safety is also a huge priority. Our guides are qualified and experienced in this sector and will brief you in all you need to know about these mammals and their history. This activity does require some physical aptitude for those wanting to swim with them, you can also observe from the boat. We hope to see you on one of our tours shortly.

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from $141

Private Whale Watching Adventure in Mo'orea

Private Whale Watching Adventure in Mo'orea

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $1,765

Moorea: Private 4-Hour High-End Boat Excursion

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from $1,059

Embark on Inutai with your private crew! 4 hours to discover the majestic whales but also all the species present in the waters of Moorea (turtles, dolphins, sharks, rays ...) Our tour is totally private and tailor-made. We adapt to your desires and your schedule. Do you want to eat on the boat? Enjoy our cocktails and champagne? Take a shower after snorkeling or just sunbathe? Everything is possible, it's up to you!

Half Day Private Whale Watching in Moorea

Half Day Private Whale Watching in Moorea

from $1,471

Private Half Day Whale Watching Tour

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from $1,412

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.

Private tour whale watching and swimming in Moorea

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from $1,412

Let yourself be guided on our best spots in semi-private lessons and enjoy a total immersion experience on this half day. Marine, a world champion monopalm and certified apnea instructor, will guide you on an immersive experience on Moorea Island. Take your time and take a deep breath to fully enjoy this unique experience. Beginners are welcome - an introduction to apnea can be done before the outing.

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Freediving exploration

from $210

Our private day tour is the ultimate whale watching experience. It lasts 8 hours in order to optimize the chances of having good interactions with the animals because it leaves more room for research and the possibility of having quieter moments on the water. Our guide and captain will take good care of you throughout the day and will be able to adapt to your wishes. It is essential for us to ensure that the tranquility and well-being of animals, and more particularly humpback whales, are respected. This is why having a capacity of 6 customers maximum allows us to have a minimum impact on the animals. This also promotes better observations and interactions with animals.

Private full day whale watching tour with lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $2,883

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 (rays, sharks, turtles, dolphins...). Fresh fruit and drinks (water, fruit juice, punch) will be served on board. The tour will end with a superb lunch by the water in a restaurant with a breathtaking view of the lagoon (coco beach or Toahere Beach House depending on availability). The meal is included and will include a dish of your choice (grilled meats or raw fish), a dessert and a drink (beer, punch, fruit juice or water).

Lagoon Tour in Moorea in Small Group with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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from $212

Half Day Tour lagoon discovery marine fauna flora small group

Privatize our boat for a personalized experience. We will adapt to your desires, you can decide to devote more time to an activity. We will offer you among other things: - Snorkeling with stingrays and black tip sharks - Snorkeling with turtles - Snorkeling in a coral garden - Snorkeling on the site of submerged tikis - Search for dolphins - Navigation in the bays, passes and the ocean - A relaxing swim on a sandbank A water guide will ensure your safety and share his knowledge. Drinks and small snacks are included

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from $165

Private Marine Excursion and snorkeling in the lagoon of Moorea

Private Marine Excursion and snorkeling in the lagoon of Moorea

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from $1,059

Half Day Tour lagoon discovery marine fauna flora small group

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What are people saying about Moorea

Windy_L, May 2026

Small group and excellent guides

Book this trip. It starts early so you get the sand bar snorkel to yourself. The guides were so warm and friendly to the guests. We encountered sting rays, black tip reef sharks, spinner dolphins and many tropical fish. We had very good fortune to also see a sail fish. Highly recommend.

Swimming with Whales in Moorea

Lucy_Z, Nov 2025

Must do in Moorea!

Once in a lifetime experience swimming with a mom and baby whale! Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and gave clear instructions to ensure we were safe and also able to get very up close and personal! Would highly recommend Moorea Expeditions for this experience!

WHALE TOUR - Watching and Swimming with Whales

Summer_L, Nov 2025

Henua saves the day!!

What an incredible experience, with an incredible guide! We were travelling to Moorea on a cruise so I was very worried about communication without having wifi. At first I was very upset, I tried reaching out on several occasions looking for answers on where to meet, how do we know who they are, what if the ship can’t dock but we have no wifi; those sort of questions. It took days to get a response and every time I asked something in return to their response… days. The night before we left, we were ready to cancel because of the lack of communication and not knowing for certain what was happening. Thankfully everything worked out for the better, and our guide Henua, was absolutely incredible. He is a huge reason this trip is getting 5 stars. His people skills, knowledge, and leadership through this whole experience was amazing. Apart from the whales, he is the reason for the 5 stars, I give him as a guide 5+ stars for this experience. Thank you for this amazing opportunity!

Whale watching and swimming in Moorea

Cotter_W, Oct 2025

Ivy and Christoph were...

Ivy and Christoph were amazing hosts and very knowledgeable. Knew exactly where to be and how to interact. While you can’t guarantee what you’ll see we saw a mom and calf and got amazing pictures. Highly recommend! Of note: they provide wetsuits so you don’t need to rent any Also if you’re not a great swimmer don’t hang on to the life ring Ivy has for safety. She’s not your personal tow float.

Whale watching 6 people half day

Donna_E, Oct 2025

Unbelievable experience

What a great day, we went on a search for humpback whales with Doris. She prepared us with facts about whales, safety briefing, and how we would enter and act in the water. Our first time we went in the water the whale left. Then we went on to find a mom and baby. I had two really close passes, first the baby. It was so moving started to get choked up. Then the baby and mother passed. I know there is no guarantee to swim with a whale but if it works it’s unbelievable the size and scope. Worth every penny! Doris is very knowledgeable and tries her best to find and deliver on the swim . She really seems to know her whale behavior. Loved it!

Half Day Small Group Whale Watching

KELLY_H, Aug 2025

Best tour we took

Best tour and guide (Mana). Fantastic fantastic fantastic. I’d recommend in a heartbeat! This operation has its stuff together - small boat (6passengers) with 2 experienced and knowledgeable crew. However would recommend being in fairly good shape and being a good swimmer. Also take your motion sickness drugs before you go - can end up in choppy waters in open ocean. Most amazing thing though!!