Private Tahiti Lagoon Snorkeling and Lunch Boat Tour

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

This lagoon tour is designed as an intimate, slow experience that puts Tahiti at the center of your trip. From the moment you meet your crew, you are welcomed in authentic Polynesian tradition and guided by certified and knowledgeable professionals As the tour is private, the pace is flexible, so you never feel rushed between stops. Access to the water is made easier thanks to a comfortable sled rather than a steep ladder, which helps many guests enter and exit the lagoon with confidence. Throughout the tour, your guide shares stories about Tahitian culture, traditional navigation and daily life, while also explaining marine life and good practices that protect it today. Lunch is a fresh Polynesian‑style meal based on in-season local products, served in a quiet corner of the lagoon, so that your time on the water supports local sourcing and low‑impact, eco‑conscious tourism.

Example Menu

Main

Raw Fish marinated in coconut milk

Traditional Tahitian Dish - « poisson cru »

Dessert

Fresh Fruit Platter

selection of fresh local fruits in season

Main

Polynesian root crips

A selection of in season traditional Polynesia root vegetable crisps

What's Included

Safety equipment
access to the water is via a towed sled, not a ladder.
Sound system on board
Certified Captain / Guide
Towels and reef-safe suncreen
All snorkeling gear provided (Goggles, snorkel, fins and wetsuit)
Local Beer and fruit Punch included - other alcoholic beverages at extra cost upon request
Authentic Storytelling
Private boat
Traditional Polynesian lunch
Portable Shower
Land transport to and from your accommodation
No toilets on board
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In Paofai gardens, in Papeete, on the left of restaurant Le Moana when looking towards the sea

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

During this private Tahiti lagoon tour for 2 guests, you meet your crew at the agreed dock and are welcomed in authentic Polynesian tradition before boarding a small boat reserved just for you. You cruise across the lagoon and visit several areas: a first stop in a shallow coral garden to get comfortable in the water and recognize key fish species, a second that may focus on eagle rays or turtles, and another at a popular spot with myriads of fish and wrecks, with your guide sharing Polynesian stories and local life at each place. Exact locations can change depending on your pick-up point, wind, swell, and visibility so that conditions stay safe and enjoyable. At midday, you anchor at a sandbank where you can stand in clear water and look back at Tahiti’s peaks or contemplate Moorea, and enjoy a fresh Polynesian-style lunch prepared with local products, with time to swim, float, or relax on the boat. Throughout the tour, your guide explains the regulations and good practices that protect the lagoon and how visitors can help preserve the reef, before a relaxed cruise back to the original departure point. Ideal for couples who want an intimate, eco-conscious tour of Tahiti’s lagon.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Wild Explorer Tahiti

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Tags

Dining Experiences
Snorkeling
Ports of Call Tours
On the Water
Lunch
Shore Excursions
Involves Animals
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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