Join a small-group, biologist-led whale-swim off Moorea during the July–November migration. Learn about humpback behavior, slip into clear tropical water, and watch mothers, calves and singers while following strict, conservation-minded guidelines.
Join a small-group, biologist-led whale-swim off Moorea during the July–November migration. Learn about humpback behavior, slip into clear tropical water, and watch mothers, calves and singers while following strict, conservation-minded guidelines.
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Operated by MOOREA MOANA TOURS · Moorea, Society Islands
A swell of ocean opens into Moorea’s lagoon as the boat eases away from the reef and the island’s volcanic ridges shrink to a green horizon. Salt and warm air fill the boat; guides scan the surface and a biologist listens for song, ready to judge whether the encounter will be calm enough to enter the water.
moderate.
4 hours.
Moderate — comfortable swimming and basic snorkeling skills required; ability to climb in/out of a small boat.
Regulated swim-in periods run annually from July 20 to November 20; tours outside these dates are prohibited.
No — sightings depend on whale behavior and weather; operators will prioritize safe, non-invasive viewing and may cancel if conditions aren’t suitable.
Yes — participants should be comfortable snorkeling in open water and able to follow guide instructions for safety around large cetaceans.
Yes, wetsuits and basic snorkel equipment are typically provided; you can bring personal gear for fit and comfort.
Moorea and neighboring Tahiti have long cultural ties to the sea; traditional voyaging and oral accounts recorded seasonal marine migrations long before scientific studies.
Strict seasonal regulations and small-group limits aim to minimize disturbance; visitors are asked to follow guidance, use reef-safe products and support operators with conservation-minded practices.
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