The 6 Best 2-Day Experiences in French Polynesia

1.Bora Bora: 1/2 day lagoon safari – Shared tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 4 hours · from $117Our pick

Swim with blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, manta rays, and tropical fish on a four-hour Bora Bora lagoon safari with hotel pickup.

“We travel a lot and therefore often participate in local excursions. Bora Bora was the first time we got more on an excursion than the description stated. The description mentioned three snorkeling stops without making any further promises. We got the full Bora Bora itinerary: the Coral Garden, blacktip sharks, stingrays, eagle rays, manta rays (!). WHAM! The full itinerary, in fact. We also looked for dolphins, but if there aren't any in the bay, there aren't any in the bay. As a group of nine, it was a relaxed snorkeling experience; drinks, good cheer, and explanations of Bora Bora were well taken care of. We'll definitely keep the phone…”

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2.1/2 day Tahaa coral garden – departure Raiatea / ideal for cruise passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 149 reviews · from $144

Drift-snorkel Taha’a’s Coral Garden from Raiatea, with colorful fish, clear lagoon views, small groups, and cruise-friendly timing.

“We did this excursion on two consecutive days, the first in the afternoon, and the second on the following morning. The first day was far more enjoyable because it was high tide, approximately 2.5 feet higher than low tide the next day, making the drift snorkel much safer. I would not recommend this excursion at low tide because of increased risk of getting scratched by coral and snorkelers damaging the coral by trampling and crashing into it.”

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3.Boat tour 1/2 day Excursion in the lagoon of Moorea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · from $121Top rated

Review of Moorea’s four-hour lagoon boat tour, with turtles, stingrays, black-tip sharks, coral gardens, guides, price, and practical tips.

“This was the best tour of our cruise we snorkeled with mantarays beautiful fish our two guides showed us so much of Moorea by water All I can say is just do this cruise you will love it!!”

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4.Eco guided excursion to the lagoon of Moorea in transparent kayak 1/2 day morning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $91Best value

Paddle Moorea’s clear lagoon in a transparent kayak, spot turtles and rays, snorkel between motus, and enjoy fruit juice on a sandbank.

“My sisters, partners and I had such a fun time exploring the lagoon on clear kayak's. We were able to spot much more sea life in the clear kayak's - turtles, sharks, eagle rays and an abundance of fish. Once we arrived at the lagoon, we spotRead more”

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5.1/2 day “Treasures of Raiatea” by boat – ideal for cruise passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · from $144

Review of Raiatea’s half-day boat tour, with the Faaroa River, pearl farm, lagoon views, local fruit, cruise timing, price, and practical tips.

“We thoroughly enjoyed after afternoon with our captain/guide Julien. He arrived early at our meeting point with a sign that clearly showed our names. We first went to the pearl farm by boat. Most of the ride was parallel to the reef. So we enjoyed the beautiful colours of the water. The pearl farm was interesting and gave insights to this important cultural industry. The trip up the fresh water river was very serene. Julien served us fresh fruit, juices and water. He was good humoured and pleasant. We encountered some swells o. The return to port but the boat handled them well and Julien was very competent. We thoroughly…”

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6.DEEP SEA FISHING 1/2 day (private group)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews

Review of Tahiti Ocean Adventures’ private half-day fishing trip, with local crew, heavy tackle, mountain views, snacks, and honest booking advice.

“The boat was small with a driver that only put out one line and boated us around for 3 hrs, the only water was a large bottle that was warm and already open. After three hours of nothing we went to the reef area and caught to small guppiRead more”

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