Magic Mountain Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Magic Mountain. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Moorea 4WD Tour Inc. Belvedere, Pineapple Farm, Magic Mountain...

• Franckyfranck Tours Moorea—Half-Day Tours

• Grand Tour Quad Excursion in Moorea (Single or Two-Seater)

• Enjoy Moorea Day Tour

• Moorea Cruise Ships: 4x4, Belvedere, Pineapple, & Magic Mountain

If you choose to visit Magic Mountain independently and hike to the lookout, you’ll have to pay 200 Pacific francs (around US$2) at the hut near the trailhead. However, many people like to join guided tours that include other Moorea attractions or activities, such as visiting a tropical fruit plantation or riding an ATV off-road. Tour costs vary depending on duration, group size, and inclusions. Expect to pay around US$60–70 for a half-day tour, upwards of $150 for a full-day tour of Moorea highlights, around $130 for a half-day ATV tour, and $240 for a full-day ATV and Jet Ski combo tour.

Plan to spend about 1.5 hours hiking up Magic Mountain, and then back down again. The paved trail is quite short—about 2 miles (3.3 kilometers)—and ascends about 590 feet (180 meters). Generally the difficult level is considered to be easy, but the time it will take your group will vary depending on your fitness levels and how often you stop for a break—as well as how long you stop to admire the views from the top.

The hike to the top of Magic Mountain isn’t too difficult, generally being described as easy, but how difficult you find it will depend on your own fitness level. The 2-mile (3.3-kilometer) path is smooth and paved, and ascends about 590 feet (180 meters) to the lookout. The hike is likely to be more challenging in the hot midday sun, or if you don’t have adequate water, so come prepared.

The best time of day to hike up Magic Mountain is in the early morning, before temperatures get too hot. If you’re visiting on a guided tour you usually won’t have any control over the timing, but the views from the top are great at any time of day—as long as the weather is fine. Sunset can also be a great time to visit. If you’re hiking, time your walk carefully so you’re not left walking for too long in the dark.

When hiking up Magic Mountain, plan to wear comfortable shoes, light clothing such as activewear or a t-shirt and shorts, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a small bag to carry drinking water and your wallet. There’s no need to wear rugged hiking shoes as the trail is paved, but comfortable sneakers or sandals are more suitable than flip-flops.