The 4 Most Popular Private Whale Watching Charters in French Polynesia

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

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

Join Mana Moorea Tours aboard the Mana’hau for a private four-hour trip around Moorea. Guides including Nicky and Fabien tailor the route to your group, with whale watching from July to November, plus snorkeling with rays, sharks, turtles, and other marine life. Equipment and safety gear are supplied, and pickup is available.

“What an incredible experience we had with Nicky and Fabien! Not only were they knowledgeable, you could tell how passionate they were about each whale/dolphin/fish we saw. They had our safety as their top priority and were very in tuned to each whale's movementRead more”

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2.Private Whale Watching Adventure in Mo’orea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews

Spend six hours off Mo'orea searching for humpback whales with captain Julien and guide Teoni. You will learn how these wild mammals behave, watch from the boat, and, when conditions and regulations allow, enter the water with them. The private format suits groups of up to six, but swimming requires moderate fitness and may not be possible every day.

“This had to be one of the most amazing experiences of my life. When the whales swam towards us I had tears in my eyes. Teoni is the best guide you can find, knowledgeable, patient, experienced with a good eye almost spotting whales Read more”

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3.Private Half Day Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

Spend about four hours off Moorea with a captain and guide, looking for humpback whales from August through November. The private boat carries no more than six people, with fruit, drinks, and snorkeling gear included. Louis and Teddy may be part of the team, and pickup is offered from Coco Beach Restaurant.

“This excursion was one of our highlights on our vacation. We were able to see the whales, sharks and stingrays. Louis and Teddy were exceptional. They were so accommodating to our needs and always stayed in great communication. This is definitely one for the books.”

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4.Half Day Private Whale Watching in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews

Spend four private hours aboard Inutai with Marie and Julien, searching Moorea’s waters for humpback whales, dolphins, turtles, sharks, and rays. Pickup may be available, and the crew can shape the outing around your schedule, snorkeling, snacks, drinks, or quiet time on deck. Whale season runs July through late November.

“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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