Moorea Activities and Excursions

James Samuela's Moorea Tattoo James Samuela’s Moorea Tattoo “Best Of”
Take home the ultimate Tahitian souvenier. Celebrate a new relationship or milestone. Tahitian Tattoos are both beautiful and loaded with symbolism. In addition to machine tattoos, James is the only tattoo artist in French Polynesia still practicing the traditional method of tatau.
Operates: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm. Available evenings by appointment
Location: PK 32, Mountain Side, Haapiti-Varari (between Tiki Village and Painapo Beach)
Cost Per Person: Price varies according to size and detail
Tel: 76 42 60 or 56 25 33
http://www.mooreatattoo.com

Catamaran Sunset Cruise (1hr30) “Best Of”
On a beautiful catamaran, enjoy a relaxing and romantic cruise of Cook’s Bay.
Operates: Every day except Saturday and Sunday
Cost Per Person: $76

4WD Safari Tour in Moorea Aito 4 Wheel-Drive Safari Tour (3hr30) “Best Of”
Enjoy a safari expedition to the heart of Moorea by comfortable 4WD drive vehicles. Discover wonderful panoramic views and learn about historical and archeological sites.
Operates: Every day except Sundays and Public Holidays.
Cost Per Person: $87

Wild Dolphin Watch (3hrs) “Best Of”
Conducted by an expert scientist, very educational excursion. You will learn all about the wild dolphins living right outside Moorea’s lagoon.
Operates: Monday and Thursday mornings only. Not available Dec 25 and Jan 1.
Cost Per Person: $88

Circle Island Tour with the Belvédère (Half Day)
Discover Moorea on a tour around the island including Opunohu and Cook's Bays, and the Belvedere.
Operates: Every morning and afternoon except Sundays and Public Holidays
Cost Per Person: $46

Lagoon Cruise with Picnic (6hrs)
Including visit of Opunohu Bay, snorkeling and picnic lunch on a motu.
Operates: Every day except Sunday
Cost Per Person: $119-$137

Snorkeling Safari (2hrs)
Including ray feeding, visit to a motu and snorkeling in the crystal clear lagoon.
Operates: Every day except Sunday
Cost Per Person: $45-$74

Catamaran Lagoon Tour (Half Day)
Cruise the lagoon of Moorea on board a catamaran. Visit the two bays. snorkel in a coral garden.
Operates: Morning tour only. Not available Saturday and Sunday
Cost Per Person: $104

Catamaran Lagoon Tour with Lunch Onboard (Full Day)
Cruise the lagoon of Moorea on board a catamaran. Visit the two bays. Snorkel in a coral garden and enjoy lunch onboard.
Operates: Morning tour only. Not available Saturday and Sunday
Cost Per Person: $166

Jet Ski Guided Tour
Enjoy a tour of Jet Ski on the lagoon of Moorea.
Operates: Every day except Sunday
Cost Per Person: Price varies according to hotel for pick-up.
30 min: $104-$119
60min: $163-$179

Swimming with Rays Shark and Ray Watching (3hrs)
Enjoy a thrilling encounter underwater with these friendly fish. Admire the view on Cook and Opunohu Bays from the boat.
Operates: Morning tour only on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday.
Cost Per Person: $54

Motu Excursion with Shark and Ray Watching and Picnic (6hrs)
By boat, enjoy a thrilling encounter underwater followed by a swim and a nice picnic on a motu. Food and beverage included.
Operates: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
Cost Per Person: $87

Aquablue Exploration (2hrs)
With a swimsuit and a funny yellow helmet, you will explore one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world. (From 7 years old)
Operates: Everyday except Sunday
Cost Per Person: $83

Moorea Tiki Island Tour (Full Day)
Full circle island tour of Moorea, with guided visit of the Tiki Village, lunch with a Polynesian show.
Operates: Everyday except Sunday & Monday
Cost Per Person: $96

Tahitian Feast at the Tiki Village
Splendid Polynesian dance show, Tahitian ground oven, barbecue buffet dinner, with welcome rum punch and wine during dinner.
Operates: Available Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Cost Per Person: $122

Dolphin Encounter at Moorea Dolphin Center
(For Clients Staying at the Moorea InterContinental)
Encounters with the ocean's friendliest residents are waiting at Moorea Dolphin Center at the Moorea Intercontinental Resort & Spa. Here, adults swim side by side with dolphins, while children wade in the waters with them.

Dolphin Experience (1hr)
Operates: Morning & Afternoon
Pregnant women not allowed.
Price: $187

Special Romance (1hr)
Operates: Morning Only
Couples only, Max 4 people
Pregnant women not allowed.
Cost Per Person: $243

Lagoon Discovery (1h30)
Operates: Morning Only
Pregnant women allowed.
Cost Per Person: $175

Kids Program, 5-11 years only (1hr)
Cost Per Person:: n/a

Family Program (30min)
Operates: Afternoon Only
Pregnant women not allowed.
This program can be booked if at least one child is between the ages of 3-5 years. Maximum 6 people.
Cost Per Person: n/a

Apnea Program (30min)
Operates: Morning Only
Pregnant women not allowed.
Minimum 16 years of age. For good swimmers only. Clients must feel comfortable in water and be able to do a few free dives.
Cost Per Person: $210

Dolphin Encounter at Moorea Dolphin Center
(For clients NOT staying at the Moorea InterContinental)
Encounters with the ocean's friendliest residents are waiting at Moorea Dolphin Center at the Moorea Intercontinental Resort & Spa. Here, adults swim side by side with dolphins, while children wade in the waters with them.

Dolphin Experience (1hr)
Operates: Morning & Afternoon
Pregnant women not allowed.
Price: $247

Special Romance (1hr)
Operates: Morning Only
Couples only, Max 4 people
Pregnant women not allowed.
Cost Per Person: $294

Kids Program, 5-11 years only (1hr)
Cost Per Person:: n/a

Quad/ATV Guided Tours of Moorea (2hr30 or 3hr30)
Discover the valleys and views of Moorea via a Quad/ATV. A driving license is required. Please bring your CC as it will be used during the tour as security. Sport shoes or sneakers requested. Children from 0 to 2 years old are not accepted. Children from 3 to 12 are accepted as passengers only. See descriptions below for tour details:

Discovery Tour (2hr30)
The tour starts with a short explanation how to drive these engines. Drive on the main road until Opunohu bay and then reach the Belvedere panoramic view. After a short break and a short drive, the tour will stop at the agricultural school. This is the perfect place to drive slowly through the local vegetation and listen to the explanations of your guide about the tropical fruits, vegetables and their use in the Polynesian life.
Operates: Morning only, every day.
Cost Per Person: per Quad for 1 person alone, $169; per Quad for 2 person sharing, $193

Raid Adventure (3hr30)
The tour starts with a short explanation how to drive these engines. Drive on the main road until the Opunohu bay and then reach the Belvedere panoramic view. After a short break and a short drive, the tour will stop at the agricultural school. This is the perfect place to drive slowly through the local vegetation and listen the explanations of your guide about the tropical fruits, vegetables and their use in the Polynesian life. You will then drive on a different path to the "Bounty tray" from which you’ll appreciate a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains. The next target is reaching the summit of "Magic Mountain.” You will have to drive through different valleys, and where the road ends, continue by foot for two minutes to enjoy a 360°panoramic view. Simply breathtaking!
Operates: Afternoon only, every day.
Cost Per Person: per Quad for 1 person alone, $229; per Quad for 2 person sharing, $250

Aquascope
Discover coral and marine life on board this semi-submersible.
Operates: Every day.
Cost Per Person: $61

Scuba Diving
Moorea is suitable for divers of all levels. The island is known for having an abundance of sharks (lemon, black-tip, gray, nurse) and it is the best island for seeing whales.
July-Oct: Humpback Whale season. Introductory dives and dive packages available.

Laurel of True Tahiti shares her experiences of island life on Moorea in her blog, My Life on Moorea