Moorea Whale Watching Tours: The 9 Trips That Deliver

1.Swimming with Whales in Moorea (Half Day tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 264 reviews · from $305Our pick

Review of Moorea’s half-day whale swim, with season tips, swimming requirements, price value, safety rules, and what to expect on the boat.

“We had an amazing day out with the whales. Our guides and captain were so knowledgeable and made sure to keep everyone safe and having a good time. We were lucky enough to get in the water three times today. Saw dolphins and whales. What an amazing experience. Thanks Moorea Expeditions!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Whale Tour – Observe and swim with whales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 257 reviews · from $270Top rated

Review of Moorea’s whale-swimming tour, with practical advice on price, safety, swimming ability, guides, logistics, and what to expect.

“Swimming with the whales was amazing. Captain and crew were very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Definitely a bucket item crossed off.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Swim with humpback whales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · from $264Best value

Swim with humpback whales in Moorea, then meet rays and black-tip sharks on a small-group ocean tour with bilingual guides.

“amazing tour!! Once you’re out there you will see a lot of whales but they moving very fast and it’s hard to do snorkel. If everything went well and you have the chance of snorkeling with the whales in the water you will remember for life!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Humpback whale watching and marine life in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · from $327

See humpback whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, and reef sharks on a respectful three-hour Moorea ocean tour with Pacifik Attitude.

“I am still in awe... what an amazing experience. Our guide and captain were great and knowledgeable. The boat was only for 8 pax which is perfect. We got lucky enough to be the only boat on the 2 sites where we stopped. At the first stop we heard a singing male and you could literally feel the sound, it was crazy. He was deep so we could barely see him. Then we saw a mom and her baby sleeping and it was the most incredible event. Visibility was good. The baby whale was curious and playful. The mom was huge, probably about 15m. After they were done sleeping, they…”

Check availability →Read our full review

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

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

Review of Moorea’s private whale-swimming tour, with rays, sharks, turtles, expert guides, small groups, pricing, and practical tips.

“Pick up was on time, the boat was exactly as pictured and our guides were so knowledgeable and accommodating. Would definitely recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Swim in Moorea with Humpback Whales and More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $412

Swim near Moorea’s humpback whales, dolphins, and sharks on a small-group tour with a biologist, gear, drinks, and hotel pickup.

“Incredible experience with Robert and Mareva. Mareva is very experienced and we had an exceptional show, it was a dream for us. Thanks to them, I highly recommend.Auto-translated”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Private Whale Watching Adventure in Mo’orea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews

Review of Mo'orea's private six-hour whale tour, with practical advice on swimming, guides, weather, price, fitness, and booking.

“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”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Private Half Day Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

Review of Moorea’s private half-day whale tour, with small groups, expert guides, snorkeling gear, refreshments, price, timing, and booking advice.

“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.”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Half Day Private Whale Watching in Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews

Review of Moorea’s private whale-watching tour, with ethical encounters, snorkeling, flexible service, pricing, logistics, and booking advice.

“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”

Check availability →Read our full review