Half-Day Humpback Whales Encounter in Moorea
Description
Moorea is one of the few destinations in the world where you can still swim with cetaceans and observe them underwater. Join us for the experience of a lifetime! Thanks to the experience of our captain Tamatoa, we can offer you a unique experience, full of emotion, and with respect for cetaceans. Our crew will be more than happy to share their love for the ocean life and lifestyle with you. More than just a whale watching tour, we invite you to immerse yourself in our culture and learn about how we love our lagon and our island. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard! ***Let’s not forget that humpback whales are wild animals. Our priorities are the respect of the mother and newborn’s privacy along with your safety.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Reviews(42)
Went out 8/1 AM to try to swim with the whales and found 2 right away! Our snorkel guide and boat captain were personable and funny and we able to get us on the tour last minute when Viator cancelled on us. They were very professional once we got in the water and made sure we were in safe positions compared to the whales the whole time. After our time with the whales we had 20 minutes to kill before our tour ended so we visited a snorkel spot that had tons of turtles and even a couple lemon sharks. Awesome experience!!
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad we could get you out with us. Seeing whales, turtles, and even lemon sharks in one trip is pretty special! Thanks for choosing us, and we hope to see you again soon. 🐋🐢 Tama Tours Team
Unfortunately, it was a windy day so we weren’t able to swim with the whales, although we did see them out of the water. I only gave three stars because they were only supposed to take six of us and they allowed other people who came up at the last minute to join us so we had to take turns getting in the water as only 6 are allowed at a time. It was disappointing to sit and wait for the second group of 6 to finish their dive before we could get in. The crew did try diligently and stayed out longer than they should have to try and get close to the whales.
Ia orana, thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry the windy conditions didn’t allow a swim with the whales — safety always comes first. We also apologize for the waiting time due to the groups rotation in the water. We understand the disappointment and appreciate your patience. Thank you for acknowledging the crew’s efforts that day. We hope to welcome you again in better conditions for a truly magical experience! Mauruuru
Wonderful experience. Very friendly and professional crew. We felt safe and comfortable throughout the whole cruise. Highly recommended service! We were very lucky to see a baby humpback from very close distance multiple times. Surpassed our expectations by far 😁
Ia orana, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you felt safe and comfortable with our crew throughout the tour. Seeing a baby humpback up close is always an incredibly special moment ✨ — we’re so happy it surpassed your expectations! Mauruuru for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again soon!
Whale tour with Tama, Noemie and the capi just amazing! Respect for nature and the whale remains a priority for Tama which makes the moment even more magical. The guides are super funny and pleasant with a lot of knowledge. If you want to have an unforgettable time, full of love, laughter and magic I recommend Tama thoroughly!
Ia orana, merci beaucoup pour votre magnifique message ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez vécu un moment aussi magique en notre compagnie 🐋✨ Votre recommandation nous touche énormément — au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau ! Mauruuru
The most unforgettable and mystical experience of my life! At one point I became sandwiched between mom and baby and as baby swam by, her pectoral fin nearly brushed my cheek! Touched by magic❤️ Truly an amazing moment that I will never forget. Thank you, Tama Tours!!!!
Ia orana, we're so happy you got to experience such a magical moment 🐋✨ Thank you for joining us and sharing your beautiful words! Mauruuru
Great trip. Boat crew was awesome. Incredible experience. Put us right on top of a mom and baby whale. Would highly recommend
Ia orana, we’re so glad you had such an incredible experience with us and the whales! Thank you for your recommendation — we’d love to welcome you back again someday! Mauruuru roa
We booked this tour on my birthday and it did not disappoint. The crew was awesome and knew right where to put us in the ocean, so that the humpback whales would pass right by us. We saw the father, mother and calf swim right past us. This was truly an unforgettable experience and one that I will never forget. I highly recommend this whale tour with Tama Tours.
Ia orana, we’re so happy you chose to spend your birthday with us and that it turned into such an unforgettable experience! Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation — we hope to see you again one day! Mauruuru roa
Tama tours excelled well beyond my expectations. I spent three half days with Tama and his crew. They were all fantastic, professional, and made the most out of our time together. We were able to experience multiple humpback whales up close in their natural habitats - all experiences I will never forget! I HIGHLY recommend Tama Tours. If you're on the fence, just book it. You won't regret it.
Ia orana, we’re so glad your time with us went beyond expectations and gave you unforgettable memories. Thank you so much for recommending us — we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! Mauruuru roa
Tama our captain & Noemi our guide were professional and respectful of the ocean and whales. They are very knowledgeable of the ocean and made sure we had a memorable experience. We got so close to a mama and calf, but it’s important to be grateful for being in the mana of the ocean and you will be looked after. Thank you for your manaakitanga (hospitality).
Ia orana, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that we made your experience memorable and that you enjoyed being so close to the mama and calf. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the respect and care we show for the ocean and its creatures. Your kind words about our manaakitanga (hospitality) truly touch us—thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure! 🐋 Mauruuru roa
Incredible afternoon out- swam with a few whales and it was really an incredible experience. The staff were great too. I would highly recommend. Just be ready to swim and bring good fins!
Ia orana, thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an incredible afternoon swimming with us. Your recommendation means a lot to us 🙏. We hope to welcome you back on board for another adventure soon 🐋 Mauruuru
