French Polynesia Catamaran Cruises: the 7 Best Days on the Water

1.Half Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sailing on a Catamaran named Taboo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 529 reviews · from $157Our pick

Spend four hours on Moorea’s lagoon aboard Taboo, a small catamaran limited to eight people. Snorkel at several sites, swim near blacktip sharks and stingrays, look for underwater tikis, and enjoy fresh fruit, juice and maitais. Guides such as Leo, Max, Louis and Mai provide local stories and help in the water.

“Wonderful time on the water and the snorkeling was awesome. We had good time making friends and learning about Tahiti”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 245 reviews · from $156Best value

Sail Moorea’s northern coast aboard the compact catamaran Taboo, with Captain Leo or Neil sharing island stories as you pass Cook’s Bay, Ōpūnohu Bay, and the barrier reef. Enjoy a Mai Tai or fruit juice, then settle in for sunset with no more than eight people aboard.

“Our sunset tour was great. We learned a lot about Moorea and the lagoon, and sailed in the ocean a bit before checking out the sunset. We would do it again!”

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3.LUXURY Catamaran Bora Bora : Sailing, Snorkeling & Floating Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · from $327

Spend four hours aboard the 40-foot Vitamin Sea catamaran, sailing past Mount Otemanu, snorkeling a private coral garden, and stopping at Paradise Bay for drinks at a floating bar. Hotel or port pickup, beverages, and a professional guide are included. Crew names may include Tony, Alex, Clement, or Paula.

“Everything was great! Highly recommend this tour. Ocean time with floating bar allowed us to get to know others in the group as well as our hosts/crew.”

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4.From Tahiti: Tetiaroa Island Tour by Sailing Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 156 reviews · 11 hours · from $227

Meet your crew at 5:45 AM in Papeete for a catamaran ride to Tetiaroa. Enjoy breakfast, a guided walk to Bird’s Island, a Tahitian lunch, reef snorkeling, and punch on the return. The tour runs in English and French, though some island commentary may be easier to follow in French.

“Great catamaran, beautiful location, food was excellent. French speaking so missed a bit of the explanation by the guide on the island. The boat crew tried to explain to us separately which worked ok.”

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5.LUXURY Catamaran Bora Bora : The Sunset Escape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · from $267

Set sail from your hotel dock aboard Vitamin Sea, a 46-foot catamaran with lounge music, shaded seating, front nets, chilled drinks, and snacks. Captain Thelma, Alex, Camille, or another crew member guides the evening around Bora Bora, with sunset views toward Mount Otemanu.

“We were picked up in a skiff and transferred to the catamaran. It was a beautiful boat with plenty of room for our group. The captain and first mate were both excellent. They gave lots of great insight into the history of and local lifestyle in the area. The sun was hidden by clouds but we still had a great trip.”

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6.LUXURY PRIVATE Catamaran Bora Bora : Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews

Spend four hours aboard Vitamin Sea, a former racing catamaran, with a private captain and host. Sail Bora Bora’s lagoon, stop to snorkel among tropical fish, then relax at Paradise Bay’s floating bar with chilled drinks, snacks, music, and hotel pickup included.

“Exceptional! This was one of our most favorite activities on our trip to Bora Bora. Captain Thelma and First mate Oceana were outstanding. The Vitamin Sea Too is an incredible boat with everything you need for a relaxing day on the water. ThRead more”

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7.LUXURY PRIVATE Catamaran Bora Bora : Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews

You’ll spend about six hours aboard Vitamin Sea, a private catamaran for up to nine people. Captain-led sailing includes Otemanu views, snorkeling, sting and eagle rays, snacks, drinks, alcohol, hotel transfers, and a stop for lunch at your own expense.

“Great captain and crew! We had an amazing day sailing around Bora Bora, taking in the sites, snorkeling, and soaking up the sun. A truly first-class private experience that we will remember for a lifetime!”

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