Raiatea Tahaa 1/2 day Coral Garden Snorkeling / Cruise Friendly
Description
This excursion is specially designed for cruise passengers spending only a few hours in the beautiful islands — but is also ideal for anyone who wants to explore the jewels of the lagoon in a half-day small group tour & friendly atmosphere. Another customized program is possible on request for groups of 8 people. Contact us at time of reservation. Unlike larger group excursions, the small-group experience of maximum 8 passengers offers a more personal, attentive and enjoyable atmosphere. Tearii, your certified local snorkeling guide & captain, joins you in the water to ensure your safety, comfort, and confidence at all times - you are never left alone. With 2 snorkeling locations, premium inclusions, and a schedule adapted to cruise ship arrivals with guaranteed on-time return, we're dedicated to delivering authentic and unforgettable experiences. We'll take great care of you and promise you won't regret it !
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Itinerary
Discover Tahaa's famous Coral Garden, one of the most stunning drift snorkel site in French Polynesia, in the heart of a preserved lagoon. Departing from Raiatea allows you to enjoy the beauty of the lagoon on a relaxing boat ride toward Tahaa, the " Vanilla Island", with breathtaking views of Bora Bora on the horizon. After an approximate 30-minute ride, we'll arrive at the Coral Garden on the motu of Tautau. Before entering the water, you'll receive snorkeling equipment, water shoes and a small briefing by Tearii, your captain and certified snorkeling guide. The gentle current makes this snorkeling experience accessible to all and enjoyable for all levels. As the current carries you along, you'll swim in a real natural aquarium and glide over vibrant coral formations while spotting abundant marine life and schools of multicolor fish. A truly magical moment that you'll never forget ! After snorkeling, relax on the beach or aboard with fresh tropical fruits and cold drinks.
On the return to Raiatea, we stop at a second gorgeous site, in the middle of shallow turquoise water, where you'll encounter and safely swim with black-tip reef sharks in their natural habitat. Swimming with them feels both thrilling and deeply serene, and offers you a last opportunity to connect with the wildlife of the lagoon.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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(23)
Super day in the company of Tea! On the tour around Taha’a, we were able to swim with the sharks, do two coral gardens, visit the rum distillery, and the pearl farm, it was really great!!!
Amazing day, great local snacks and we saw a turtle, manta rays and many sharks and colorful fish. Book this trip.
Absolutely the best tour we have ever taken through Viator! Tea was fun, professional, knowledgeable and really made sure we were comfortable and safe. At the end of the tour we felt like family. You really cannot get this kind of service and experience anywhere else. This company is 100% amazing! We saw so many amazing fish and coral sea life. We felt like we were swimming/floating in our own private aquarium. Tea and his family went above and beyond and everything was included.
Our guide Te’a (I may not be spelling correctly) was great! Very friendly, and knowledgeable. There were people on our snorkel tour that could not swim, if you can believe it, and he took the time to assist them on a floaty so they could still see the fish. He was very patient and kind. The fresh coconut and fruits provided were delicious!
Great driver, small group, lots of personal attention. All the supplies were available (mask, shoes, etc.). Snacks in the way back were good and appreciated. Good experience all around.
the boat tour was great ! took 4 hours and totally worth it. We were in a cruise and they met us at the cruise dock so it is very convenient.
Perfect for cruise ship riders as the meeting point was right on the pier where our cruise ship docked as their booth is near the tourist center. They also are very conscientious about ensuring you get on the last tender to your boat as there were other people on the tour that had to tender to their cruise ship. Our boat driver/tour guide was fantastic! Snorkeling in the coral reefs was amazing! And swimming with the reef sharks was an unforgettable experience!
This was an excellent excursion. Sarah was very helpful with information and Tea gave us an excellent experience. The boat was clean and safe. The equipment was good. The viewing of sea life, coral, sharks and rays was incredible. Absolutely recommend
It was amazing. So many colorful fish and coral. Our tour guide got us there early, before the crowds, so we had the gardens all to ourselves for a while. Then swimming with the sharks!! A little unnerving at first but what a great experience. Saw dolphins jumping in the water and even a couple giant rays!
Great experience. The guide was fantastic. The boat seats up to 8. We had 7 people, which was way better than the large groups. Swimming with the sharks was great. More than 12+ sharks around the boat. Then the we went to the coral garden. That was really cool. And finally, the guide gave us coconut bread and bananas sprinkled with coconut flakes for the ride home. Highly recommend.
