French Polynesia · CANOES & KAYAKS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 13 canoes & kayaks tours worth the crossing, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Paddle Moorea’s clear lagoon in a transparent kayak, then snorkel with rays and black-tip sharks on this small-group island tour.
“Very friendly and informative!!! I would highly recommend this excursion!!! We had so much fun!!! The sharks and sting rays were super cool to see and “petting the sting ray was awesome:)”
Review of Bora Bora’s six-hour snorkel cruise, with sharks, rays, coral gardens, Polynesian BBQ lunch, guides, price, and booking advice.
“This was a great romantic experience. Our Captain was extremely considerate by not speeding along when the seas were rough. Nice job. The food and preparation crew did an outstanding job. Thank you.”
Explore Moorea’s lagoon by transparent kayak, spotting turtles, rays, sharks, coral, and fish before a sandbank fruit-juice break.
“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”
Review of Raiatea Blue Lagoon’s Taha'a vanilla tour, with pearl farm, coral garden snorkeling, rum tasting, vanilla, and motu lunch.
“Such a fun day! Pearl farm was our favorite and we were so impressed by the Polynesian buffet lunch!”
Paddle Moorea’s clear lagoon, spot turtles and rays, snorkel coral gardens, and enjoy fruit with bilingual guides on this gentle three-hour tour.
“Very nice experience. We had the chance to see the turtles and eagle rays.”
Circle Raiatea by modern outrigger canoe, snorkel at Nao Nao, visit Taputapuatea, and paddle the Faaroa River with lunch included.
“This was the best excursion that we did on our trip! Jimmy met us as we disembarked our cruise ship and walked us to his boat. The boat is new, comfortable and well thought out re: usefulness. Our captain/guide (whose name I know I wouRead more”
Explore Moorea by canoe, snorkel with rays, sharks and turtles, then enjoy a motu cooking workshop and island-style lunch.
“An absolutely mind-blowing day! Our lagoon cruise by traditional canoe was easily the highlight of our holiday. We snorkelled over eight historic tiki carvings, swam with sharks and stingrays, learned to open and shred coconuts, and maRead more”
Explore Moorea’s lagoon by transparent kayak, spotting turtles, rays and fish, with snorkeling, fruit juice and a sandbar stop.
“They canceled within an hour of our scheduled trip. They did refund all of our money. The reason given was weather. The refund was very timely.”
Explore Taha’a’s Coral Garden by quiet electric paddleboard, with snorkeling, local guides, snacks, photos, and small-group care.
“We had a wonderful time exploring the coral garden and neighbouring spots. The e-paddles are a great experience, very easy to handle and give the opportunity to enjoy (in silence) the beauty of one of Taha’a’s top places.”
Kayak Raiatea’s Faaroa River in a small group with local guidance, gentle paddling, fresh coconut, and practical tips before booking.
“River kayaking was a great experience. Guide was knowledgeable, funny and kind. He had us stop at his home and brought us fresh coconut water and bought us fresh grapefruit at a stand along the river.”
Review of Bora Bora’s private electric paddle cruise, with calm lagoon views, marine life, practical tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“We had a great time looking for fish in the crystal blue waters. The water scooters are so easy and fun to use, anyone could do it. There was a large shallow bay where we got to go around and we saw many stingrays. A great experience and the tour operators were wonderful.”
Paddle Taha'a’s clear lagoon to Coral Garden, snorkel among tropical fish, and enjoy a flexible three-and-a-half-hour kayak adventure.
“We had a great time at our kayak rental. Welcoming is warm, the explanations are clear, the material is of quality, and the setting is simply exceptional.”
Paddle Moorea’s clear lagoon in a transparent kayak, swim with rays and sharks, enjoy a motu lunch, and snorkel coral gardens.
“Many thanks to Lucas and Omelia from Blue Paddle in Moorea! They are super nice and passionate, and thanks to them we spent a magical time on the lagoon. An experience we will not forget!Auto-translated”
Every kind of day out on the islands, and the best of each.
