Privatize a boat and explore Moorea’s lagoon on your terms: snorkel among stingrays, turtles and submerged tikis, search for dolphins, or relax on a sandbank. This guided private excursion balances wildlife encounters with safety and local know-how.
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You step off the small dock and the boat slips into the lagoon like a quiet animal, the hull parting a film of glass-green water. Moorea’s bays open one after another—broad, shallow basins rimmed by coral and coconut palms—while the guide reads the morning: where dolphins pushed through the swell yesterday, where blacktip sharks circle the passes today.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness and comfortable swimming ability; must be able to float and swim short distances
Wildlife
History
Moorea’s lagoon sits on an eroded volcanic base and features cultural sites—submerged tikis and former marae reflect centuries of Polynesian presence now intertwined with reef growth.
Conservation
The lagoon’s coral gardens are sensitive; prioritize reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral or feeding wildlife, and follow guide instructions to limit disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Private Marine Excursion and snorkeling in the lagoon of Moorea today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a fitted snorkel mask
Although equipment is provided, a personal mask that seals well reduces leaks and fog during longer swims.
Use reef‑safe sunscreen
Protect coral by applying reef‑safe sunscreen before boarding and reapplying out of the water when needed.
Mind the currents at passes
Passes can have strong flow—follow your guide’s instructions on where to enter and exit the water to avoid being swept out.
Protect your phone and valuables
Bring a small dry bag for electronics and keys; splashes are common when landing on sandbanks or swimming alongside wildlife.
Personal snorkel mask
Better fit and anti‑fog performance speeds comfort in the water, especially during longer swims.
Rash guard or swim shirt
Provides sun protection and a bit of thermal insulation in wind or shade.
summer
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects your skin while supporting coral health—apply before boarding to avoid contaminating the water.
summer
Small dry bag (5–10L)
Keeps phone, keys and small essentials dry during transfers, swims and sandbank stops.