Tahiti Water Excursions
Sunset on the Island of Moorea (1.5 hours)
A must-do in Tahiti! Enjoy a magnificent sunset with outstanding views on Moorea’s island from the lagoon of Tahiti. Offered by boat, or on jet skis. Available daily except December 25 through January 1.
Dolphin Watching (2 hours)
Spend a couple of amazing hours with a pod of spinner dolphins. These playful dolphins will leave you spellbound with their leaps and acrobatics. Depending on the weather, you may also be able to get in the water and swim with them. Boat tours are available daily except during whale season (estimated to occur between August 15 and October 31) or as otherwise noted. Jet ski tours available daily, year-round.
By Boat
- InterContinental-West Coast (2.5 hours/morning)
- Marina Taina-West Coast (1.5 hours/morning)
- East Coast (1.5 hours/morning). Available Tuesday – Sunday
By Jet Ski
- West Coast (1 hour/morning)
Whale Watching
Whales come to Polynesia’s warm waters from August to October to mate and give birth. Getting up close and personal with these wild sea mammals is an unforgettable experience. Available August through October during the days listed below.
- Intercontinental, West Coast ( 3 ½ hours/morning). Available daily.
- Marina Taina, West Coast ( 3 ½ hours/morning). Available daily.
- East Coast ( 3 ½ hours/morning). Available Tuesday-Sunday.
Jet Ski Guided Tour (2 hours)
After a quick briefing from your guide, hop on your jet ski and follow the guide to explore the lagoon of Punaauia and Faa’a with its great view of Moorea. Depending on conditions, you may head to the fisherman’s bay to see the dolphins, stop for a swim at the aquarium where you can admire the tropical fish and coral gardens, or go right up to Papeete harbor. Pricing is based on two people sharing one jet ski. Minimum age to operate the jet ski is 14. Children ages 6 through 13 may ride with an adult. Children under 6 may not ride on the jet ski. Available daily.
Private Surf Course with Michel Demont (4 hours)
Meet Michel Demont, 6 times European Champion, South Pacific champion 2007, and champion Tahiti 2009, who will teach you the secrets of surfing. Great for first time surfers or those with experience. Courses include transportation, board surfing, and insurance. Surf boards and waves will be selected based on your skill level. Available daily.
Snorkeling Guided Tour on the West Coast (2 hours / Morning)
Set off on a Polynesian style outrigger pirogue for a trip to the Aquarium. The Aquarium site is 10 minutes from the diving center and within Tahiti’s lagoon. The site is well-known by the divers for its clear waters and wealth of multi-colored fish. Your guide will be with you throughout the trip. Available daily.