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Spend five hours on Moorea’s lagoon aboard a family-run glass-bottom boat, snorkeling at rich coral sites and sharing a homemade lunch on a private motu. Expect close encounters with turtles, rays and reef ecosystems guided by locals.
Spend five hours on Moorea’s lagoon aboard a family-run glass-bottom boat, snorkeling at rich coral sites and sharing a homemade lunch on a private motu. Expect close encounters with turtles, rays and reef ecosystems guided by locals.
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Operated by Captain Taina · Moorea, Society Islands
A warm trade wind pushes salt-scented air across the lagoon as the glass-bottom boat eases away from Moorea’s reef; sunlight fractures through shallow water and lays the coral gardens bare. Onboard, the guide — a local born to these waters — points to fins cutting through turquoise, and the boat’s viewing pane becomes a moving aquarium for those who’d rather not snorkel.
easy.
5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; snorkeling requires basic swimming ability but glass-bottom viewing is available for non-swimmers.
No — basic snorkeling experience helps, but the boat provides gear and the guide offers assistance; non-swimmers can use the glass-bottom viewing area.
Yes — the small, shaded glass-bottom boat and family-style motu lunch make the tour friendly for kids; confirm age and any special needs with the operator.
Common sightings include green turtles, eagle rays, whip rays, and blacktip reef sharks; sightings are wildlife-dependent and cannot be guaranteed.
Yes — a homemade Tahitian raw fish salad, kebabs, seasonal fruit, and drinks including local rum, pineapple juice, beer and water are provided on the private motu.
Moorea’s motus and lagoon have long supported Polynesian fishing and navigation; family-held islets are often used today for private cultural gatherings and subsistence gardening.
Operators typically follow reef-friendly practices; avoid touching coral, use reef-safe products, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact on sensitive lagoon habitats.
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