French Polynesia Humpback Whale & Shark Expedition

-currently not available-

Please note: as the influx of tourism activity surrounding humpback whale encounters has exploded in recent years, we are no longer offering this expedition until local regulations have adapted to the increase in demand to provide a sustainable and ethical experience for the whales. Our priority with our expeditions is animals first, always.

TAHITI & MO'OREA

From mid-July to mid-November, humpback whales are present in the warm waters of Mo'orea; they migrate from the Antarctic waters to calve and reproduce. French Polynesia is one of the few places where it is possible to swim with them and observe them directly in their realm. The calves are particularly curious and are masters at eliciting memorable emotions from guests. The primary activity for the wildlife expedition is focused on humpback whale, shark, and stingray interactions.

THIS WILDLIFE EXPEDITION WILL IMMERSE YOU IN THE RICH MARINE LIFE OF THE MOOREA REEF, LAGOON, & PELAGIC ECOSYSTEMS.

 SESSION ONE • 

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

SESSION TWO • 

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

For reservations or information:

DESCRIPTION

You will experience:

• the crystalline waters of the sand bottom lagoon including a personal encounters with pink whipray stingrays and blacktip reef sharks

• drift through a channel towards the outer reef to observe spotted eagle rays and grey sharks beneath you in the pass

• pelagic interactions with cetaceans including spinner dolphins, rough toothed dolphins, and humpback whales & a chance to encounter pelagic shark species including oceanic white tip sharks and silky sharks

• outer reef shark aggregates with black tip reef, white tip reef, grey reef, lemon, and nurse sharks

• full day Tahiti expedition aimed towards tiger shark encounters with a likelihood of multiple species including black tip, grey reef, nurse, lemon, white tip, and more

*No SCUBA certification necessary for any of the interactions. 

INCLUDES

• 6 full days on the water

• luxury shared lodging and amenities with full kitchen, wifi, parking, hot water, and air conditioning

• fresh fruits and non-alcoholic beverages onboard during full day excursions

• local guide captain and personal marine biologist (Kori Garza) as in-water guide

• digital copies of professional quality photos taken during your expedition

EXCLUDES

• airfare (Airport code PPT)

• transportation to Mo'orea from Papeete, Tahiti (but we will assist in your arrangement!)

• meals

• gratuity for boat captain

• personal expenses & travel insurance

• car or scooter rental (if you want to explore and a bit of independence)