Respectful whale excursion to Tahiti in 4h30
Description
Live an exceptional adventure by observing the giants of the seas, while fully respecting their universe. Aboard a comfortable and friendly boat (maximum 12 passengers), go to meet the majestic humpback whales and discover the magic of Tahiti’s marine life. Guided by an ocean enthusiast, you will discover the secrets of marine fauna and flora to live an authentic experience, rich in emotions and wonder. If conditions permit, you will even have the chance to go into the water to observe them in their natural environment. A pure moment of happiness, to live absolutely! Drinks, fruit and all the equipment (palms, masks, snorkels) are provided to fully enjoy every moment. However, this meeting remains subject to the presence of animals and cannot be guaranteed at every exit.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Check-out from Papeete Marina at 7am or 12pm depending on your tour schedule.
The day will begin with dolphin watching, before venturing offshore to meet the majestic humpback whales. On board, our passionate Naturalist Guide will share his knowledge of local wildlife for a rewarding and fascinating experience. We prefer a gentle and respectful approach: away from crowds, we take the time to allow unique encounters with cetaceans, without ever disturbing them. If conditions permit, you will even have the chance to go into the water to observe them in their natural environment. However, this meeting remains subject to the presence of animals and cannot be guaranteed at every exit.
To end this adventure, feast on local fruits and refreshments before diving into the crystal clear waters. Put on a mask and snorkel to swim in the middle of swarms of tropical fish and enjoy a magical moment in the heart of the lagoon.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
*Information on transfers* *French* - For Private Tour bookings: Transfers to and from the hotels are provided only for the mentioned hotels. - For shared Tours with a Reservation of 4 or more persons: Transfers to and from the hotels are provided only for the mentioned hotels. - For shared tours with a Reservation of less than 4 people: we invite our guests to go to Papeete Marina by their own means. *English* - For private Tour bookings : transfers to and from hotels are provided only for the hotels mentioned. - For shared Tours with a booking of 4 people or more : transfers to and from hotels are provided only for the hotels mentioned. - For shared Tours with a booking of less than 4 people: we invite our clients to make their own way to the Papeete marina.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Reviews(123)
We did the whale trip on October 20th with Tamatoa and it was exceptional. My son and I were able to swim near a calf and his mom, while respecting nature. Tamatoa is so interesting and knows everything about whales, it was very appreciative. The fruit snorkeling break was great, and the captain was great. Thank you very much for this magical moment. I recommend ++++++
Merci infiniment pour votre avis MAGIQUE 🐳💖 ! Nous sommes aux anges que vous et votre fils avez vécu une expérience exceptionnelle avec Tamatoa ! Notre équipe est passionnée par la protection de la nature et nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié notre approche respectueuse 🌿. Le snorkeling avec les fruits frais, c'était le petit plus, n'est-ce pas ? 🍍🌴 Merci encore pour votre recommandation, nous vous attendons avec impatience pour une prochaine aventure à Tahiti ! 🌊
We did the whale watching trip with another couple. Found whales within the first hour. The captain put the boat in position so we were able to view close-up on three occasions. The captain and first mate were both very knowledgeable and friendly. We speak English and the other couple spoke French. The captain took the time to make sure we all were informed of what what to expect and how to interact with the marine life. Because we saw the whales so early in our excursion, we spent the last two hours snorkeling.
Hello Thomas, Thank you very much for your positive review on our whale watching excursion in Tahiti! 🌊 We're thrilled that you were able to see whales up close and that our team could provide you with an unforgettable experience. We're proud of our captains and crew who share their passion for the ocean and whales with our guests. We're glad you enjoyed their professionalism and friendliness. We hope to see you again soon in Tahiti! Best regards, TAHITI BY BOAT
We went swimming with the humpbacks and it was the highlight of our trip! We had an amazing 3 week trip that ended with this last excursion - we were able to swim with a Momma and baby whale and spend time watching them breach, swim, disappear and come back. Our guide and driver were great and made sure everyone who wanted got time with the whales and then shared a video with us so we could share with others. Our last stop was for some delicious local fruit - and a beer, fun way to end the day
Awhhh, Nancy 🐳❤️, we're beyond thrilled you had an unforgettable whale-watching experience with us in Tahiti 🌴! Swimming with momma and baby whales is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience 🐳💕. We're so glad our team could make sure everyone got to spend quality time with these gentle giants 🌊. And the memories! Our team loves sharing the video footage with our guests so they can relive the magic 🐳📸. Huge thanks to our amazing guides and drivers for making it all happen 🌊. We're glad you enjoyed the local treats and cold beer afterwards 🍻🌴 - a perfect way to cap off an epic adventure! Mahalo for the awesome review and for choosing us for your adventure! 🌊❤️ We hope to welcome you back to Tahiti soon! 🌴❤️"
Outstanding, knowledgeable guide - he was able to predict when the whales would surface, then the six of us left our boat 300ft away and swam fast to get close. Fantastic experience. (He actually assisted our swimming by pulling us on a rope attached to a buoy - so strong!). The whale was underneath us then surfaced right next to us. Unbelievable! Highly recommend Tahiti by Boat.
Maruru roa! 🌴 for taking the time to share your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic whale encounter with our team 🐳. Our guides are passionate about providing exceptional experiences, and it's great to hear that their knowledge and expertise shone through 💡. We're grateful for customers like you who make our job so rewarding! 🙏 Mahalo for choosing Tahiti by Boat 🌊, and we hope to welcome you back soon! 🌴"
I had a magical moment! An unforgettable experience with the whale and its calf that came to the surface right next to us. A great, caring and passionate team — I recommend them 100%!
"Merci beaucoup Sylviane pour ce magnifique commentaire ! 🌊🐳 Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez vécu une expérience magique avec les baleines ! 🌴 Une équipe formidable, c'est exactement ce que nous visons à offrir ! 🙏 Nous sommes enchantés que vous ayez apprécié leur travail ! À bientôt à Tahiti 🌊😊"
We dod a half day snorkelling trip with Tamatoa and Israel, what an experience!! We swam with mother and baby whales and heard their song. Just the most amazing experience!
"Aww, we're speechless! 😍 Your review made our day! 🌊🐳 Huge mahalo for trusting us with your whale excursion adventure! Tamatoa and Israel are amazing guides, and we're thrilled you got to experience the magic of swimming with mama and baby whales 🐋❤️, and singing along to their hauntingly beautiful songs 🎶. Until next adventure, stay ocean-inspired! 🌊😊"
Boat and crew were first rate. Very friendly and professional. Equipment was excellent. Can’t give 5 stars when a whale watching excursion turns into a four hour boat ride. Seeing no whales. But that’s not the crew’s fault.
"Sorry to hear you didn't spot any whales during your tour! However, it's great to hear that the crew was friendly and professional, and the equipment was excellent. We appreciate your feedback and hope you'll have better luck next time!"Would you be available to come back with us ?
I had an absolutely exceptional whale trip this weekend with Tahiti by boat. We had the chance to launch with mom and her calf. We were also treated to a great dolphin show at the beginning of the excursion! To top it off, we enjoyed a small snack of fresh local fruit and juice on the lagoon. I recommend! Thanks again to the crew who were great throughout this excursion ☺️
"Merci beaucoup pour ce retour formidable ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez vécu une expérience aussi exceptionnelle avec nous, notamment avec la rencontre entre la baleine et son baleineau, ainsi que le show de dauphins ! Notre équipage est dédié à offrir des moments uniques, et nous sommes heureux qu'ils aient pu vous offrir une expérience inoubliable. Le petit en-cas sur le lagon était un bonus appréciable, n'est-ce pas ? Nous vous remercions pour votre recommandation ! 🌊🐋"
The guides were knowledgeable and fun. It was great to have a small group - we had 11 people in our boat.
"Merci, NatalieGarvis, pour votre avis ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié les guides, leur connaissance et leur sens de l'humour ! Nous sommes également heureux que la taille de notre groupe ait été idéale pour vous offrir une expérience personnalisée et agréable. Nous nous efforçons de maintenir des groupes petits pour garantir que nos clients puissent profiter pleinement de l'expérience ! 🐳😊"
We’ve never swim with whales before, and I was anxious about it. I’m so glad that I didn’t pass it up. There was a young woman with us on the excursion that was extremely anxious to the point of vomiting about going out into the water. The captain and guide were very considerate and patient and tried to do everything to help her. Ultimately,our guide situated us on top of a singing male humpback! Amazing!
"Merci beaucoup, Mark, pour votre avis ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez pu vivre l'expérience de nager avec les baleines et que cela ait été un moment inoubliable pour vous ! Nous sommes heureux que notre équipe ait pu vous offrir un service attentionné et patient, notamment envers la jeune femme qui était anxieuse. Nous sommes fiers que notre guide ait pu vous positionner au-dessus d'un mâle humpback chanteur, c'est vraiment un moment unique ! Merci pour vos commentaires, nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié notre excursion ! 🐳💕"
