Bora Bora Eco Snorkel Cruise Including Snorkeling with Sharks and Stingrays
Description
Enjoy a unique experience in the lagoon of Bora Bora by discovering our lush aquatic fauna, the Polynesian culture and our legends. Whether you are a couple, family or friends, in shared or in private ; take advantage of this unique and fun excursion to learn about the life of the coral reef and the complex biodiversity and how our Polynesian culture is deeply connected to the lagoon through its fascinating history. Our approach Is 100% focused towards the respect of marine life and ensures you a magical experience while preserving the aquatic fauna and flora (no feeding of the sharks, rays and the protection of coral) Depending on the weather conditions and the season, you will be able to explore 3 different eco-tourist areas of the island.
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Searching for shark and the rays This excursion begins in the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon of Bora Bora. With the water at knee height and the white sand under your feet, you will have the chance to walk among sting rays and black tip sharks. You will also be able to immerse yourself and swim with the tropical fish. Go in search of the different species of rays present in the lagoon of Bora Bora (Mantas, eagle rays, stingrays). Your guide will give you all the knowledge and recommendations you need to know for an optimal encounter with rays and sharks made with respect for animal life.
Coral Garden At the Coral Garden, you will observe thriving marine life in clear, calm waters with a mask and snorkel. Discover a multitude of colorful tropical fish, which live in symbiosis with the reef, providing them with a shelter against various predators. The Eco-Friendly Getaway to Bora Bora is the most popular activity on the island! So don't hesitate, take the plunge!
Along the way… During this tour, depending on weather conditions and the time of year, you are likely to spot sea turtles, dolphins, whales, leopard rays, mantas.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring sunscreen, hat, swimwear and towel
Reviews(557)
Not a lot of frills, but you won’t miss them because the snorkeling is so good. I’ve been on snorkel cruises on catamarans with 30 or more guests, where you all end up in a tight crowd of life jackets and flippers, fighting to glimpse a few parrotfish or a lone sea turtle. This tour is on a small boat with maybe 10-ish people max, so you have plenty of elbow room in the water to make your own way (and no cumbersome life jacket required). The two locations are unbeatable — a close encounter with dozens of sharks and rays, followed by a meander through a coral labyrinth of more colorful lagoon-dwelling species than I could count. Absolutely spectacular. On the boat between the two spots, we circled some spinner dolphins jumping in the surf. And later our diver and guide serenaded us with ukulele and singing before the return trip.
Ia Orana, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the small-group atmosphere and the incredible snorkeling with sharks, rays, and the vibrant coral gardens. It’s also great to know that seeing the spinner dolphins and ending the tour with music from our guide made your day even more special. Thank you for choosing Moana Adventure Tours. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Bora Bora! Kind regards, Team Moana Adventure Tours
The reef Was impressive and love the ocean and feeling on a boat. The staffs were very friendly and guided me through the reefs. It was the first time that I love snorkeling. If you like snorkeling you mist do it in bora bora
Ia Orana, Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your first snorkeling experience and that our friendly team helped make it so memorable. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in beautiful Bora Bora!
We booked this tour through a Paul Gaugin cruise. It provided the experience of snorkeling with rays and black tip sharks-not the black tip reef sharks that tend to eat you. The water is crystal clear and shallow enough for most people to stand on the sandy bottom. Snorkel masks provide underwater views, snorkels and fins are not necessary. The guide actually pets and kisses the rays. You can touch them if you desire and they come close enough to you. Do not approach them or seem aggressive as they do have stingers in their tails and you do not want to deal with that. Remember Steve Irwin, The sharks come close , but you do not touch them or appear aggressive as they are predators, just the smaller version of the ones outside of the lagoon. Underwater cameras or phones in protective cases work well, and the water clarity actually allows good pictures from above the water. The trip includes going past over water bungalow developments and to another shallow area where a floating snack is provided and more rays cruise by, including right between your legs.
Ia Orana, Thank you for your detailed review — your title definitely made us smile! We’re glad you enjoyed the clear lagoon, the close encounters with rays and blacktip sharks, and the beautiful snorkeling spots around Bora Bora. Our team always does its best to make these moments both memorable and respectful of the marine life. It’s great to know that you also enjoyed the different stops, the views along the way, and the floating snack experience. Thank you again for sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back for another lagoon adventure in Bora Bora! Kind regards, Team Moana Adventure Tours
Short and sweet excursion. First stop was in shallow water to snorkel with black tip sharks and sting rays. Second stop was to a nearby coral garden that had amazing coral and diverse marine life. Excursion lasted about 2 hours
Ia Orana, We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. “Short and sweet” is exactly what we hope this tour feels like — a beautiful glimpse of Bora Bora’s lagoon, from the shallow waters with rays and blacktip sharks to the colorful coral garden. We’re happy you enjoyed the marine life and the different stops along the way. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you again in Bora Bora! Kind regards, Team Moana Adventure Tours
Amazing jet ski tour around the island with fantastic tour guide! Boat pick up was on time from our resort.
Ia Orana, Thank you for your lovely review! We're happy you enjoyed the jet ski tour and that everything went smoothly from the resort pick-up. We hope to see you again in Bora Bora! Team Moana Adventure Tours
Very good experience, very friendly guide, you can take your time for snorkeling and a very good meal on a motu. Delighted with our day.
Ia Orana, Merci beaucoup pour votre retour ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez pu profiter pleinement du snorkeling à votre rythme, ainsi que du repas sur le motu. C’est exactement l’esprit que nous aimons partager : une journée agréable, détendue et bien accompagnée sur le lagon de Bora Bora. Merci encore pour votre confiance, et au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau. Cordialement, Team Moana Adventure Tours
Thank you very much for this lovely Jean
Ia Orana, Merci beaucoup pour votre retour ! Nous sommes heureux que vous ayez apprécié cette belle expérience sur le lagon de Bora Bora. Nous transmettrons avec plaisir votre message à Jean, qui sera touché par votre attention. Merci d’avoir partagé ce moment avec nous, et au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau. Cordialement, Team Moana Adventure Tours
The weather was not pleasant on the day of our tour, but c'est la vie. Vincent and Temere were very fun and knowledgeable. Vincent explained things to us in both English and French! I felt like I got a full tour of Bora bora They made us feel welcomed! The snorkling spot was gorgeous! Highly recommend coming here for a great snorkeling experience!
Ia Orana, Thank you for your kind review! Even with less-than-perfect weather, we’re happy that you still enjoyed the snorkeling and the full lagoon experience. Vincent and Tehere will be glad to know that their energy, knowledge, and bilingual explanations made the tour enjoyable for you. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you again under sunnier Bora Bora skies! Kind regards, Team Moana Adventure Tours
An exceptional day with a captain who was simply fabulous, taking care of those who were not reassured in the water with great kindness and empathy. 3 snorkeling sites One with manta rays One with rays and sharks A coral garden close to the ocean All in a remarkable Polynesian atmosphere
Ia Orana, Merci beaucoup pour ce magnifique retour ! Nous sommes très touchés par vos mots sur l’attention et la bienveillance de notre capitaine, surtout envers les personnes moins rassurées dans l’eau. C’est essentiel pour nous que chacun puisse profiter du lagon en confiance. Nous sommes heureux que vous ayez apprécié les différents spots de snorkeling, les rencontres avec la vie marine, le jardin de corail et l’ambiance polynésienne de cette journée. Merci encore d’avoir partagé cette belle expérience avec nous. Cordialement, Team Moana Adventure Tours
Most amazing experience. Love and Tema were great captains and guides! We were in good hands and saw a Manta Ray too!
Ia Orana, “Best Day of My Life” is one of the greatest compliments we could receive! We’re so pleased that Love and Tema made you feel safe and well cared for throughout the tour. Seeing a manta ray was certainly an unforgettable bonus! Thank you for sharing such a special moment with us. Kind regards, Team Moana Adventure Tours
