Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo in Papeete, French Polynesia
Papeete, French Polynesia

Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo

Outty Ranking 56 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews6.5 hoursFrom $265
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56/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

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Is Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo worth booking?

Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo is a 6.5-hour experience in Papeete, French Polynesia, from $265 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
6.5 hours
From
$265 per person

Welcome aboard Taboo ! Taboo is a cozy sailing wooden catamaran and the perfect way to discover Mo’orea’s wonders. Get ready to share with us a memorable day :) The tour is around 6h30/7h long, from midday to the Sun setting down. You’ll first enjoy magical wildlife encounters and then our famous Sunset Sailing Cruise. We are going to sail along the North coast and do 3 snorkeling stops to explore underwater wildlife. You'll swim with black tip sharks & sting rays, colorful tropical fishes in a coral garden, Tikis (traditional polynesian statues), clams… and we will looking for turtles too. Then, we are going to sail to Cooks and Opunohu bay as well as on the open ocean to enjoy a quiet moment with Mo’orea majestic landscapes and the Sun setting down. We serve a tasty and delicious plate of fresh local fruits and beverages (maitai cocktails, fruit juices and water). Taboo offers intimate sailing cruises (max 8 guests) and guarantees to offer you the experience of a lifetime !

What you get

    About this experience

    Welcome aboard Taboo ! Taboo is a cozy sailing wooden catamaran and the perfect way to discover Mo’orea’s wonders. Get ready to share with us a memorable day :) The tour is around 6h30/7h long, from midday to the Sun setting down. You’ll first enjoy magical wildlife encounters and then our famous Sunset Sailing Cruise. We are going to sail along the North coast and do 3 snorkeling stops to explore underwater wildlife. You'll swim with black tip sharks & sting rays, colorful tropical fishes in a coral garden, Tikis (traditional polynesian statues), clams… and we will looking for turtles too. Then, we are going to sail to Cooks and Opunohu bay as well as on the open ocean to enjoy a quiet moment with Mo’orea majestic landscapes and the Sun setting down. We serve a tasty and delicious plate of fresh local fruits and beverages (maitai cocktails, fruit juices and water). Taboo offers intimate sailing cruises (max 8 guests) and guarantees to offer you the experience of a lifetime !

    What's included

    Included

    • maitai cocktails
    • Round-trip shared transfer
    • water
    • Fruit juices
    • plate of fresh tropical fruits
    • snorkeling gear

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Papeete

    Parking: Please park your car in the parking lot across the road from the marina (on the mountain side). ⚠️ Do not park in front of the gates of the marina.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Parking: Please park your car in the parking lot across the road from the marina (on the mountain side). ⚠️ Do not park in front of the gates of the marina.

    Options you can book

    • Hilton Moorea area transfers

      Pihaena area transfers: Pick up from/to the Hilton Moorea, Motu iti, Vaipipiha residence, Fare Om... Pickup included

    • Hibiscus area transfers

      Papetoai, Tiahura area: Pick up from/to M. Beach Lodge, M. Island Beach, Hibiscus, Tipaniers, M. Sunset Beach, Fare Club, Niu Beach, Lagoon Dream... Pickup included

    • Manava area transfers

      Maharepa, Paopao area: Your stay is between the Hilton and the Manava : Pick up from/to Manava, Cooks Bay Hotel, Kaveka... Pickup included

    • Tropical Garden area transfers

      Papetoai, Opunohu Bay area: Pick up from/to Robinson Cove, Tropical Garden, Fare Hiva... Pickup included

    • Tiki Village area transfers

      Hauru, Varari, Nuurua area: Pick up from/to Fare Tokoau, Tiki Village, Fare Edith, SCI Vainau, Linareva... Pickup included

    • Sofitel area transfers

      Maharepa, Tiaia, Temae area: Pick up from/to Sofitel, Poerani, Bel Air residence, Golf... (temae path : appointment at the golf) Pickup included

    • No transfers needed

      Meet us at the departure point: You don't need transfers & plan to meet us directly in front of the restrooms of Tahiamanu beach's parking lot

    • Cruise ship in Opunohu Bay

      Boat pickup from Papetoai dock: Pick up by boat from/to Papetoai dock if your cruise is anchored in Opunohu Bay in MOOREA (NOT Papeete dock in TAHITI ISLAND) Take care of the end time: Available if your cruise ship spend the night in Moorea. The tour ends between 6:00pm & 7:30pm depending on the season. Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en, fr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 4 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Voila moorea

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    1 mention

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Alex_M · March 2025

    Amazing crews & great experience

    What an incredible experience! Crews for both snorkeling and sunset cruise were amazing and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

    via Viator

    Cindy K · January 2025

    Excellent guides!

    Max and Jade were excellent guides on our afternoon snorkeling trip. They took us to the right places to see black-tipped sharks, sting rays, green turtles. It was an excellent afternoon. Leo took over as captain for the sunset cruise and he, too, was an excellent captain/guide. It was a full day and so much fun!

    via Tripadvisor

    C8265RJanthonya · July 2024

    Doris & Maxime - the best!

    We had a wonderful time snorkeling (first timers) with Doris and Maxime. 10/10 would come again!! Friendly to newcomers.

    via Tripadvisor

    Walt_Z · December 2023

    Beautiful snorkeling, tremendous views, excellent interaction from guides.

    The snorkeling and sunset cruise on Taboo was excellent! Captain Leo and crew were very courteous and engaging. The snorkeling spots were beautiful and Capt. Leo shared great information about fish and local culture. The clouds didn't cooperate for our sunset cruise but that did not stop it from being a great adventure. Sailing outside the barrier was exciting and again, Capt. Leo engaged us in great conversation, and he makes a great Mai Tai! We loved the experience and recommend this full day snorkel and sunset tour!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    6.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $265 to $286
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Voila moorea, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.3.

    See everything Voila moorea runs

    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)88
    Review evidence (18% weight)23
    Booking momentum (14% weight)12
    Value for money (12% weight)90
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Papeete.

    How much does Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo cost?

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    Prices start at $265 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Papeete usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo take?

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    Plan for about 6.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Papeete is not rushed.

    Is Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Papeete, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Papeete can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Papeete and add a light layer if any part of the 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Papeete within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Papeete?

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    On Outty we rank every Papeete experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 5 Hours Tahiti Island Tour - West and East Coast - small group, Moorea 4WD Tour: Magic Mountain, Belvedere, Pineapple Road & More, Moorea 6-Hour Snorkeling and Lunch Shared Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Papeete?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Papeete?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo?

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    Included: maitai cocktails; Round-trip shared transfer; water; Fruit juices; and plate of fresh tropical fruits. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 23 listed pickup locations in and around Papeete. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo offered in?

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    It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Papeete. Standard cancellation terms apply.

    What do travelers say about Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Full Day Tour : Moorea Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran named Taboo?

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    There are 8 options to choose from, including Hilton Moorea area transfers, Hibiscus area transfers, Manava area transfers, Tropical Garden area transfers. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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