Whale Watching in Tahiti: Intimate Marine Adventure

Embark on a private Kaoriki Boat Tour and experience the breathtaking beauty of Tahiti’s west coast mountains. Discover the vibrant Punaauia Lagoon, swim with turtles, observe dolphins, and explore underwater wrecks. End your tour on the stunning sandbank of Taapuna.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Punaauia - Open during the whale season from July to November, this tour offers guests the chance to search for and observe humpback whales in their natural environment with certified local experts.
    The tour features a safety briefing, picturesque ocean navigation, respectful whale observation, and informative commentary on whale behavior and…
What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Sunscreen, seasickness treatment, your own material if you wish
Additional Information

“This is more than just a tour — it’s a bucket list experience in Tahiti.”
Embark on one of the most memorable marine adventures in French Polynesia with this 5-hour whale watching tour in Tahiti.
From July to November, participants have the chance to search for and observe humpback whales in their natural environment, guided by certified local…

Location
3 pontons
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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426frederickh
Oct 25, 2025
Exceptional boat and captain - 1- The super stable and super comfortable boat 2- Captain Naea whose smile brings back the sun and whales. Unbelievable knowledge of his island. And he is also the king of barbecue on the boat 😋 3- The exceptional experience, a sublime encounter with a mother whale and her calf a few meters away For all this I can only put on as many stars as possible and thank Naea and her crew. Lunch at the barbecue on the sandbar is just amazing. One of the best days I've spent in my life. Mauru'uru 😍👍
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M3601leemmab
Sep 30, 2025
Incredible experience with a perfect crew! A magical moment:) - Excellent experience! Our Captain Naea and our guide Isabelle were very caring for us. Their explanations are very clear and they make us share their passion perfectly. You can feel their respect and love for these wonderful animals that are whales. My spouse and I had a magical time! Unfortunately we did not manage to swim with them this time, it also happens. But watching them from the boat is already so amazing! We will try our luck again another time with great pleasure at the idea of finding Naea and Isabelle. Thank you both very much for this incredible discovery!
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O2670bntomm
Aug 19, 2025
Tahiti - My husband and I are here on our honeymoon, and this is our first excursion. Naia was so friendly, genuine and truly enjoys sharing his knowledge and life experiences living in Tahiti. Not to mention, we got a video of my husband and I, that he shot for us, on his GoPro while snorkeling amongst the fish and the shipwrecks. This was my first time ever snorkeling and at first, I was scared and having a hard time breathing underwater with the snorkel - with gentle guidance, Naia instructed me on how to relax and breath properly, and right away I had a much better experience once I got the technique down. Although, we did not get to swim with the turtles due to rough waters, we did appreciate that he put our safety first! We went to the sand bar and had delicious fruit, and fresh papaya and punch as we swam and snorkeled on the sand bar. Afterword, we cruised back to the hotel while the sun started to go down, while listening to Tahitian music. 10/10 recommended.
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499kalil
Aug 18, 2025
Genial - Amazing great accompaniments and I was able to swim 10 meters from a whale so memorable thank you for everything we recommend
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Miguelmc27
Aug 14, 2025
Magical! - Today was a day we will never forget! The captain and guide were absolutely amazing – they taught us about the local culture, the respect for the animals, and the mana that connects everything here. We were lucky enough to see dolphins and whales, and even swim next to two whales – a mother and her baby. Both came right up close to us… truly an unreal experience! After that, we went snorkeling around the reef surrounded by countless colourful fish, and even explored a sunken plane and boat. If you come to Tahiti, you must contact Tahiti Snorkeling & Whale Tour and do this trip – it’s 100% worth it. A huge thanks to Captain Naea and our guide Teva for giving us an unforgettable day!
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Usaz2025
Aug 2, 2025
Amazing experience - Had an amazing morning with friends, this trip felt like magic. We were lucky to watch some whales and i can’t be more grateful for the great trip! Thank you, 100% recomend
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Lesadnets
Nov 4, 2024
3 hours outing + 3 times 'drop' (went into the water) + 7 whales - My husband and I signed up yesterday for a "Whale Outing." The experience exceeded our expectations! It wasn't just whale watching, but the whales swam with us in THREE different places with SEVEN different whales. We were so lucky! Captain Naea and Keanu are the best team for this activity. They collaborate so well throughout the release to offer us the best experience. Thank you Keanu and Naea for your amazing job!
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Heiitic2019
Nov 4, 2024
Nice experience - The tour is great, the guide accompanies us well, the material is of good quality! Thank you again for a wonderful day!
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Margauxli256ks
Nov 4, 2024
An unforgettable experience! - Amazing experience! Fish, turtles and a beautiful whale with its calf 😍😍 This is probably my best memory of my trip to Tahiti! Special mention for the team that was adorable, and with a great boat! Go ahead, you will not regret!!
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748raianat
Nov 3, 2024
AMAZING - That was great! Naea the guide was really warm, welcoming and kind. The safety rules are well given and the time spent on the Kaoriki was unforgettable! There were whales, turtles, it was beautiful. I cous strongly advise this excursion
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From $200
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).