Moorea Lagoon Excursion – Explore the turquoise waters and marine life

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private EXCURSION
Make it unforgettable

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We believe that travel is about
creating memories that last a lifetime.

That’s why our tours are designed
to leave a lasting impression
in your mind and heart.

With friends, family our your loved one,
make this moment one to remember
with a private, personalized tour.

Contact us

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Our vision

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Offering responsible tours,
in line with sustainable tourism.

A professional crew
dedicated to
your safety

A thoughtful
approach of the observed species

An activity
in compliance with
local regulations

A team that cares of the ocean and its ressources

A Team That Makes a Difference for Your Water Activities in Moorea

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Find out more about our story

ARE WE LIKED?

  
 
 
 
  EXCELLENT  
  
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 Gerard Bosch 
 
29 September 2026
 
 
  
Departure 09/15/26, afternoon. It was our first time swimming with whales. We were two groups of five who took turns in the water, always with the two local guides. I have to say that we did an extraordinary job, they helped us at all times and were aware of everything. This for a long hour and a half that we were in the water. Almost the entire time, seeing a female whale with a very curious calf. It was demanding, but above all an incredible experience. Thank you for your work! We believe that wearing a wetsuit is important.

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 Antonio Sinsaez 
 
27 September 2026
 
 
  
A whale tour with 12 people = a lottery. Regulations allow 6 swimmers per guide and boat, and Tama Tours takes 12 split into two turns. On a tour of about 4 hours, where much of the time goes into finding the whales and waiting for the right moment, one of the two groups is left with almost no chance. This time it was us. After almost 3 hours searching for the perfect moment, we finally found a mother and her calf resting at the surface. The other group went in first, and we waited on the boat for 50 minutes. When we could finally get in, the whales had already moved on and it was all a rush. They chose the groups themselves without asking anyone, even though we had all paid the same. When we complained, the guide's answer was that it was the cheapest tour and "well, now you know". The vast majority of companies in Moorea work with a maximum of 6 swimmers, and for good reason. We saw it for ourselves with two other companies, and the experience was completely different: calm, no turns and truly enjoyable. Only book tours with a maximum of 6 swimmers and no turns.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 EL VIAJE DE TU VIDA 
 
27 September 2026
 
 
  
IF YOUR DREAM IS TO SWIM WITH WHALES, DO NOT BOOK A TOUR WITH MORE THAN 6 SWIMMERS OR ONE THAT SPLITS PEOPLE INTO TURNS.

I'm sharing our experience with Tama Tours so this doesn't happen to anyone else. It was one of the worst experiences of our lives.

In Moorea, a whale tour means searching for the whales, watching their behavior and, if it's safe, swimming towards them. This isn't a zoo: they're wild animals and every day is different. Sometimes you see them on the first try, sometimes you swim and have to go back to the boat. It all takes time and patience.

Regulations allow only 6 swimmers per guide and boat. With 6, everyone gets to live the experience. Tama Tours takes 12 people and splits them into two groups of 6 who swim in turns. On a 4-hour tour, one group will almost certainly miss out.

After almost 3 hours of searching, we found a mother and her calf resting at the surface. The first group had the experience of a lifetime, and we were really happy for them. We waited on the boat for about 50 minutes while the captain kept saying "5 more minutes and we switch", but those 5 minutes never came.

When it was finally our turn, there was hardly any time left and the whales had started moving. We jumped in 3 times, swimming fast and desperately, all rushing and stress. At one point I slipped and fell in too early. They gave me a dirty look and nobody helped me back on board; I had to climb up however I could with my fins on. We never saw them, they were too far away.

Rushing doesn't work with whales: you need calm and the right moment, the exact opposite of what we got. The way this tour is organized, it's a lottery depending on your group.

They chose the groups themselves. Nobody asked who wanted to go first, even though we had all paid the same, and nobody offered the second group a lower price. When I told the guide it wasn't fair, he said it was the cheapest tour and that's how it works. I said I'd rather pay more for a better experience, and he answered: "Well, now you know." He also told us we hadn't seen whales because of our "bad vibes". You can't say that to someone who has travelled halfway around the world to fulfil their dream of swimming with whales. That night I was in tears.

To be fair, we don't question the professionalism of the guide or the captain, and we know this is nature: sometimes you see them and sometimes you don't. The problem is the organization. Putting 12 people on a whale tour doesn't work.

We know this because afterwards we did two tours with two other companies, both wonderful and with a maximum of 6 swimmers. On the first one we saw whales twice, and it was an incredible experience. We're so happy we got to live it: we finally felt what we had come all this way for. On the second one we didn't see them because they kept moving, but we still came back happy. We tried calmly, swam looking for them, heard their songs, and it was beautiful. With Tama Tours, the problem wasn't not seeing them: it was the poor organization and the way we were treated.

The vast majority of whale tour companies in Moorea, I'd say 90-95%, only take 6 swimmers. That alone shows this tour doesn't work with more people, and running it with 12 is simply not viable.

My advice: ONLY BOOK TOURS WITH A MAXIMUM OF 6 SWIMMERS AND NO TURNS.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Liesbeth Van Gils 
 
27 September 2026
 
 
  
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Snorkeling with the whales is the best thing I have ever done! The experienced guides from Tama Tours are real locals who know and understand the ocean and the whales perfectly. They ensure a unique experience! I got to admire the whales from the water multiple times, incredible!!! Highly recommended, do it with Tama Tours!

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 Audrey Bodart 
 
25 September 2026
 
 
  
A wonderful outing with Tam! 🐳 🐬 🐢😍 We were spoiled rotten! Highly recommended!

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 Banusan Balan 
 
25 September 2026
 
 
  
An incredible experience with TAM! 🐋🌊 We were lucky enough to swim with sharks and watch dolphins and whales. Truly unforgettable moments! I recommend it 100%! 🤙🌺

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 Miriam Eichler 
 
24 September 2026
 
 
  
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Thank you to TamaTours! It was wonderful, and we were incredibly lucky to see eight whales. I felt safe at all times, and the animals were always treated with respect. TamaTours provides fins and masks if yours don't fit, which I was very grateful for! A wetsuit is highly recommended, as you spend a considerable amount of time in the water! Thank you so much for the experience! It was wonderful!

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 Emily Smith 
 
23 September 2026
 
 
  
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We booked a private whale tour for 4 people and had the best day! Our guide and captain were so well informed and helped us have the most incredible encounter with two humpback whales. We would go back to Mo’orea just to do this tour again!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Emily S 
 
23 September 2026
 
 
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10/10 experience!!
We booked a private tour for 4 of us and it was the best experience we had during our whole trip!! Our guide and captain were so well informed and gave us an incredible experience with the whales
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Frédéric Rodriguez-Busto 
 
22 September 2026
 
 
  
Tama and Nono are passionate and respectful of safety rules; they know perfectly well how to approach whales. And above all, they are super friendly. Maururu

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