The 4 Most Popular Tahiti Whale Watching Tours

1.Respectful whale excursion to Tahiti in 4h30

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · from $222Our pick

Join Tahiti by Boat for a four-and-a-half-hour search for humpback whales from Papeete Marina. With guides such as Moana, Remy, Israel, and Bernardo, you may watch dolphins, enter the water near whales when conditions allow, and snorkel among tropical fish. The boat carries up to 12 people, with fruit, drinks, and gear provided.

“This was the highlight of my trip. It was the end of the season, so we didn't expect to see much. However, we got to swim with a mom and her calf. It was a truly magical experience.”

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2.Tahiti island: Whale watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 79 reviews · 5 hours · from $227

Set out from selected Tahiti hotels for a five-hour whale-watching trip with up to 12 people. Guides such as Israel, Teva, and Moana combine local knowledge with careful safety advice. You may snorkel, see dolphins, and enter the water near humpback whales when conditions are right. Drinks, fruit, and equipment are included.

“Amazing experience. Israel really knew the area and where the whales were. He was able to speak in both French and English and when the time came to swim with the whales, he and his crew were extremely helpful getting us prepped and into the water as well as getting close to the whales. I highly recommend booking an experience with them!”

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3.Guided Small Group Whale Watching and Swim Tour Tahiti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $238Top rated

Join Teiki and the Wild Explorer Tahiti crew for a four-and-a-half-hour whale search from Papeete Marina. Groups are limited to six, with wetsuits, masks, fins, snacks, and drinks included. If whale behavior and sea conditions allow, confident swimmers may enter the water. Otherwise, you’ll enjoy surface viewing and sheltered snorkeling with turtles, rays, fish, and coral gardens.

“This excursion must go to the top of your list. From the moment we stepped on the boat everything was first class! Our guide Teiki spent a lot of time giving the small group a great understanding of the animals. The safety training and care oRead more”

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4.Whale watching on the preserved and quiet coast of Paea (Pk26)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $205Best value

From Paea’s quiet west coast, you’ll ride the 28-foot Stenella toward humpback whales near Paea and Papara. Guides explain whale behavior, play male calls through an onboard listening system, and may allow a supervised swim if sea conditions and whale behavior permit. Choose a boat for six swimmers, up to 12 swimmers, or a private group.

“A superb whale trip with a most respectful approach I highly recommend seeing you soonAuto-translated”

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