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3 hours 30 minutes
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French Polynesia is a destination for Whales between July to November.
After 1 year of gestation in Antartica, the whales migrate to the North where the water is wormer to give a birth.
Since 2002 French Polynesia is a sanctuary for whales. (Humpback Whales are the most encounter cetacean. But we can also meet rorqual, Orcas and dolphins)
BORA OCEAN ADVENTURES is register as a whale watching company with the agreement of The Directorate Of The Environment. “arrêté n°005927”
That means we can allowed you to snorkel near the whales safely .
Has our crew is equipped of hydrophone, it gives us more chances to listen and locate the whales.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
We pick you up by boat at your hotel or meeting point. It’s a 3.5 hours tour with our guide and Captain. Morning or afternoon We provide snorkeling equipment, waterproof jacket/bags and towels. During the tour, fresh water, tea and a snack will be served
Snacks
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Coffee and/or Tea
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Pickup included
Pickup included
46 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Julie P,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
We didn't see any whales, but the guides did everything they could to try to find whales and to still endure we had a great time. We got to see all the sides of beautiful Bora Bora
Yang L,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
saw nothing,We saw nothing during the three-hour boat ride. The guide came to pick us up in a timely manner. In fact, we didn't go far before stopping to look for humpback whales. The trip was rather boring because we didn't see any whales.
Stay02692946265,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Pros: the guide and the captain were very kind and professional. On the day of our trip, we unfortunately did not see whales which is a possibility to be expected unfortunately So think carefully before making the exit Namely that the exit is very expensive 400 € for two We understand that wildlife can be difficult to see. Having said that, I am very disappointed against the company and I will explain why, we cut our visit short because we were surprised by a storm with wind and swell very important yellow vigilance and maintains exit knowingly following this disappointment, I wrote to the company to request a commercial gesture. The return to the dock was very difficult, even dangerous apparently, it was not possible to predict it according to the return of the company? I think they took the risk anyway? They called the boat several times to see if we were all right the storm was so big that a wreck stalled and a boat even turned over Thank God we had a very experienced captain and guide.. I didn’t get back right away and the feedback I got was negative that they were entitled to their rights and that there was no ban on going out and that there would be no readjustment to the rate If you are planning excursions, I advise against Bora Bora, but more on Moorea or other islands.
Andrew T,,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
Excellent guide and captain who did all they could to find the whales. Unfortunately saw and heard one from the boat but disappeared so we could not swim with them.
gcodrut,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The guys who took us to see the whales were really nice and attentive to every need. I also really liked the fact that in addition to being very prepared they were very careful and respectful of whales always checking their behavior before approaching. Highly recommended
Duane D,,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
Get Experience, saw a couple of whales from a distance. Unfortunately, didn't get to swim with them. The guides gave it their all, Van't make nature do what you want.
SophieD3079,,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Watching whales 🥽🐳🐋 it was magical 🤩 We are greeted with a smile and a drink After a short briefing on launching And there a big male showed us his tail several times, so slapped in the water And his singing 🎶 bewitched me Being able to swim with a whale and hear it sing underwater was extraordinary A huge thank you to malaki and the captain Sophie from Belgium 🇧🇪







Nick B,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We got a fantastic education on humpback whales and had a good look at the island from the sea. Everything about the tour was excellent apart from not being able to find the whales! While I knew this was a possibility, it was still disappointing.



C9870USandreac,,Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had the best experience whale watching, we managed to spot several whales and got to swim with three young adult males that stopped and were really playful. We were very fortunate as it was the start of the season. Remi and Capitan Arii were marvelous in explaining and especially spotting the whales, deciding when to go in the water and swim with the humpbacks. An overall fantastic experience! Would recommend if you come to bora bora to book with them.
Tom B,,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Everything was perfect. We swam with three humpback whales. It was really incredible. Remi and Arii (our guides) did it really perfectly.


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