French Polynesia · SAILING
This is the shortlist to send someone planning the same trip: 15 sailing trips that earn their price, each with the traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you commit.
Half-day Taboo catamaran snorkeling in Moorea Lagoon, with hotel pickup, fruit and mai tais, plus small-group swims with sharks and rays.
“Great snorkeling and a great stop for lunch. The crew was great and very helpful. Enjoyed the music.”
Sunset sailing on Moorea’s catamaran Taboo. Small-group cruise past Cook’s Bay and ‘Ōpūnohu Bay, with cocktails and fruit juice.
“Leo was the best guide, captain and an underrated bartender as well! Extremely relaxing and romantic cruise around several of Moorea’s bays and points of interest. Gorgeous views and my wife and I couldn’t have been more pleased. Would highly recommend for a fun, chill and informative sunset cruise!”
Sail Bora Bora on the Vitamin Sea, snorkel a private coral garden, and enjoy a floating bar in shallow lagoon water.
“A beautiful sailing experience. This is what Bora Bora is all about. Snorkeling in clear warm turquoise waters.”
Tetiaroa Island tour by catamaran from Tahiti with breakfast, guided Bird's Island walk, snorkeling, lunch, and punch. 11 hours.
“Fantastic day trip to one of the most beautiful islands in French Polynesia. The food provided was simple and very delicious.”
4-hour Moorea lagoon sail on a traditional double canoe with fruit, cold drinks, snorkeling gear, and beginner-friendly Polynesian navigation lessons.
“Young captains bring you above and beyond any expectation! It was morning journey through blue laguna with coming out to open sea. We swam with stingrays and black-tips sharks, visited under water sculptures garden, and swam in the Read more”
Luxury Bora Bora sunset catamaran with hotel dock pickup, Otemanu Mountain views, chilled drinks and snacks. 2 hours.
“We were picked up in a skiff and transferred to the catamaran. It was a beautiful boat with plenty of room for our group. The captain and first mate were both excellent. They gave lots of great insight into the history of and local lifestyle in the area. The sun was hidden by clouds but we still had a great trip.”
Private Taboo catamaran half-day in Moorea with snorkel gear, multiple reef stops for rays and sharks, plus snacks and drinks.
“We had an amazing day with Louis and Max! They showed us gorgeous snorkeling spots with tons of fish and coral, and we got to swim with stingrays. Louis is very knowledgeable about the history of Moorea and taught us so much! Such a fun day overall :)”
Sunset sailing in Moorea on a small-group boat, with snorkeling gear, snacks, and a cocktail, plus marine life and Polynesian stories.
“The two brothers that run this trip are fantastic, their passion and knowledge of their culture is amazing and it makes this trip excetional. If a boat with loud music and lots of people is your idea of a nightmare this is the trip for you, a relaxing and peaceful way to see and learn about Bora Bora.”
Sail Moorea’s lagoon in a small group with snorkeling at Motu Tiahura, plus fruit and refreshments, hotel transfers, and expert guidance.
“Great way to see the island from the sea. Stopped at multiple snorkel spots including swimming and feed Stringrays. Would highly recommend.”
Speedy maxi catamaran day trip from Papeete to Tetiaroa with breakfast, lunch, guided island time, and reef snorkeling, capped by punch.
“It’s a long boat ride, but well worth it. Great snorkeling, bird sanctuary, shark feeding, great food……”
Private Moorea sunset sailing on the catamaran Taboo, with pickup, Cook’s Bay and Opunohu Bay views, and drinks as the sky turns.
“Awful conditions to sail this night and they still took us out. Not having a sunset is one thing, but it was windy, cold and rained and left us sitting in the zipped up cabin for over half the ride. I was in a sundress and luckily had a sweatsuit in mRead more”
Private 40-foot catamaran around Bora Bora with hotel pickup, snorkel stops, marine life, and a floating bar in 4 hours.
“Dylan and Lilu were fantastic hosts. The boat was beautiful. The floating bar was 👌🏻. Did it rain? Yes. Did that deter from the experience? Absolutely not.”
Private Taboo catamaran day in Moorea for up to 4, with snorkeling, snorkel gear, tropical fruit, and flexible stops with Captain Léo.
“It was an absolutely perfect day with Leo as our guide. He knew the best snorkeling spots and places for us to see. A very relaxing day with some of the best scenery in the world.”
Private traditional sailing on Moorea Lagoon aboard Vaapiti, with Polynesian sail skills, lagoon stops, and fruit and snacks for up to two.
“We booked this private morning trip after seeing it recommended on a few websites. We were keen to have something less touristy and more local - this was beyond perfect!!”
Private 40-foot catamaran sailing Bora Bora with hotel transfers, snacks and alcohol onboard, custom stops for swimming and snorkeling, plus ray spotting.
“Great captain and crew! We had an amazing day sailing around Bora Bora, taking in the sites, snorkeling, and soaking up the sun. A truly first-class private experience that we will remember for a lifetime!”
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