Sunset Cruises in French Polynesia: The 15 Best Sailings

1.Sunset Cruise : Moorea Sailing on a Catamaran named Taboo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 245 reviews · from $156Our pick

Sail Moorea’s coast aboard the small catamaran Taboo, with bay views, island stories, cocktails, and a sunset over the lagoon.

“Leo was a great guide, giving us good historical and cultural information during the sail, as well as plenty of opportunities for photos and conversation. One thing to keep in mind - you will board a small skiff to get out to and onto the catamaran. If you have any disabilities or difficulties in getting in and out of boats, this might not be for you. However, Leo and other passengers will assist if you’re just a bit tentative about the transfers.”

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2.Bora Bora Sunset Cruise and Dinner at St James restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 118 reviews · from $296

Cruise Bora Bora’s lagoon at sunset with champagne, then enjoy dinner at St James, with small-group service and main-island transfers included.

“Beautiful experience. With a cup of wine amd romantic life local music. A must if you are visiting this heaven on earth. We felt bonded between ocean and sunset. Thanks”

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3.Bora Bora: Small Group Stargazing Tour Including Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $153

Watch Bora Bora’s sunset from a small boat, then learn Polynesian star navigation on a private motu with music, bubbly, and hotel pickup.

“Outstanding guides and tour! We had Manu and Nono, they took us to watch the sunset and then to a private island to stargaze. We saw the Milky Way and many zodiac symbols, and Manu also taught us the history of French Polynesia. They also provided light snacks and drinks to us, overall a great experience!”

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4.PRIVATE Sunset Cruise : Moorea Sailing on a Catamaran named Taboo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews

Review of Moorea’s private Taboo catamaran sunset cruise, with Cook’s Bay sailing, open-ocean views, drinks, transport, price, and tips.

“This was absolutely the highlight of my honeymoon with my husband! The captain of the boat was so friendly, accommodating, and loved sharing information about the island with us. He served us delicious mai-tais, played traditionRead more”

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5.Bora Bora: Combo Sunset Cruise & Romantic Dinner at St James

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews · 4 hours · from $280

Sail Bora Bora’s lagoon at sunset, sip champagne, then enjoy a romantic waterside dinner at St James in Vaitape.

“The sunset was just spectacular. The food was good and our boat driver had a beautiful voice when she sang.”

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6.Moorea Sunset Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $112Best value

Watch Moorea’s sunset from a small boat, hear island legends, sip a cocktail, and snorkel near turtles, rays, and sharks.

“We had a great time drinking rum punch, seeing the sunset, and swimming with sharks and rays! Our guides were wonderful and informative.”

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7.Luxury Private Sunset Cruise and Motu Dinner in Bora-Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

Cruise Bora Bora at sunset, snorkel if you wish, then enjoy a private three-course motu dinner with wine, champagne, and ukulele music.

“This was an amazing experience with the boat ride and the tour guide singing with a ukulele The sunset was beautiful and dinner on the private island was absolutely fantastic! Really nice people”

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8.Private Bora Bora Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $351

Review of Bora Bora’s private sunset cruise, with lagoon views, Champagne, hotel transfers, captain-led insight, pricing, and practical tips.

“Terry was friendly & accommodating. He was pleasant to talk to & shared things about the French Polynesian culture/history.”

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9.Lagoon Service Private Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Review of Bora Bora’s private sunset cruise, with hotel pickup, drinks, ukulele music, Teavanui Pass views, pricing, and booking advice.

“Ronne made the sunset cruise experience an unforgettable memory. The weather was perfect, and the cruise was so very special. Ronne showed us some highlights of the island that he loves so much and serenaded us the entire time. I highly recommend!!”

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10.Private Boat Trip with Sunset / sunset cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

Watch Tahiti and Mo'orea glow at sunset on a private one-hour boat trip with snorkeling, local stories, drinks, and room for six.

“We used the activities center for several things; Sunset boat cruise, diving , and they found a company that took us on a Safari. Firstly, the staff at the center was delightful and were able to answer all our question. They really had to look arouRead more”

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11.Sunset Cruise in Tahiti

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $229

Tahiti sunset cruise with lagoon snorkeling, Moorea views, a cocktail, Polynesian music, and a small group limited to eight people.

“Our guide Romauld was a joy to be around! Very knowledgeable, tool us to a great snorkel spot, had some incredible sushi, and wine of course. One of the best, most unforgettable sunsets we've ever seen. We'll be back!!”

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12.Bora Bora: Private Sunset cruise on the lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 5 reviews · 2h 30m

Review of Bora Bora’s private 150-minute sunset cruise, with lagoon views, wine, appetizers, hotel transfers, and practical booking advice.

“nous avons tout adoré accueil balade apéritif le service le petit cadeau d'accueil l'emplacement pour le coucher du soleil le confort et la beauté du bateau la disponibilité du capitaine avec ukulélé et chanson. c'était tout simplement féerique”

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13.Moorea Sunset Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $170

Watch Moorea’s sunset from a luxury floating lounge, visit rays and sharks, enjoy drinks and snacks, and cruise past Opunohu Bay.

“Excellent 2 hour tour. Went out of their way to pick us up and our hotel boat dock. To ensure we observed the sunset they paid for a taxi to take us back to our hotel since it was too dark to return by boat. Snacks and drinks were provided and were excellent. A souvenir gift was also provided. Very nice.”

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14.Private and Local Sunset Cruise in Tahiti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $362

Watch Tahiti’s sunset from a private boat, with local drinks, snacks, snorkeling gear, and a quiet sandbank stop on the lagoon.

“I am a year late doing my review, but Gabriel was AMAZING! He made sure my friend and I were comfortable the whole time. Very good experience!”

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15.Reef Discovery Private Sunset Cruise in Bora-Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Review of Bora Bora’s private two-hour sunset cruise, with Motu Tapu views, snacks, drinks, optional Champagne, and starry returns.

“The sunset cruise was really great. This was one of the most relaxing parts of our time in Bora Bora for sure. Great snacks, great views, great drinks and a great atmosphere.”

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