French Polynesia · CANOES & KAYAKS
The 14 best canoe & kayak trips, with what each costs, how long it takes and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start at the top and work down.
Paddle Moorea’s clear lagoon in a transparent kayak, snorkel with sharks and rays, and enjoy a small-group Polynesian outing for $51.17.
“Our two guides were fantastic, and the 3 hour kayak tour was so great. We were all so happy to have done it. We would do it again in a heartbeat, and we would bring friends!”
Review of Bora Bora’s six-hour snorkel cruise, with sharks, rays, coral gardens, a Polynesian BBQ lunch, and small-group service.
“Incredible adventure, we had the best time. The food and drinks were flowing and the music was magical!”
Review of Moorea’s 3.5-hour clear kayak lagoon tour, with turtles, rays, snorkeling, motus, fruit juice, price, and practical tips.
“The guide Nicolas was very accommodating and knowledgeable. The scenery was beautiful. Wished we would have seen more marine life.”
Review of Raiatea Blue Lagoon’s Taha’a vanilla tour, with pearl farming, coral garden snorkeling, rum tasting, motu lunch, and practical tips.
“The tour was fantastic. The snorkeling was the best ever and the island and lunch were fantastic. Fab was a terrific boat leader and the boat itself was wonderful. Great tour for the day.”
Paddle Moorea’s Hauru Lagoon in a clear-bottom kayak, spot turtles and rays, snorkel coral gardens, and enjoy fresh fruit with a guide.
“Cette balade en kayak était vraiment super ! Nous avons pu voir requin, tortue et raie depuis notre kayak transparent. Tout s’est déroulé à merveille, de bons conseils et des infos donnés par les guides pour découvrir un peu plus Moorea”
Circle Raiatea by modern outrigger canoe, snorkel Nao Nao, visit Taputapuatea, eat by the water, and paddle up Faaroa River.
“Best Day Ever!!! Beautiful outrigger boat with plenty of seating and tables. Easy to stay in the shade and be comfortable. Right at the start saw lots of dolphins. Went to a very private snorkel site. We were the only boat there. Saw lots of baby Read more”
Explore Moorea’s lagoon by canoe, spot rays, sharks and turtles, visit tiki carvings, and enjoy a motu cooking lunch for $139.68.
“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 before snorkeling and relaxing on a sandy motu.
“The beauty and effort to preserve the eco system. The clear kayaks were nice touch . The reefs and watercolor were transparent. She navigated us through a coral forest only accessible by Kayak or SUP . Caro was wonderful full of knowledge.”
Explore Taha’a by quiet electric paddleboard, snorkel its famous Coral Garden, enjoy a waterside snack, and receive GoPro photos.
“We had a wonderful trip over to the Coral Garden drift spot. Not everyone in our group was able to use a SUP so we asked for a boat trip there and back instead. The owner was so friendly and helpful - he took us over and returned to collect us a couple of hours later. Had a great trip and the drift snorkel site is incredible. Highly recommend!”
Kayak Raiatea’s Faaroa River in a small group with comfortable backrests, local insight, gentle exercise, and a practical review of value.
“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.”
Glide quietly from Matira Beach on Bora Bora’s electric paddle board, spotting fish, rays, and sharks at an easy pace for $55.
“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 its famous Coral Garden, snorkel among tropical fish, and enjoy a flexible 3.5-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.”
Explore Moorea’s lagoon by transparent kayak, swim with rays and sharks, enjoy a motu lunch, and snorkel a coral garden.
“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”
Paddle Bora Bora’s lagoon with friendly instruction, hotel-dock pickup, eagle rays, coral, white sand, and an easy downwind finish.
“Friendly tutoring, so that we are able to learn it quickly. Strongly recommended for beginners, and the coach also take photos for you”
Every kind of day out here, and the best of each.
