- I don’t want to or can’t go in the water, will I enjoy the snorkeling tour?
- I don’t know how to swim, or not a good swimmer… can I go in the water?
- It is not sunny, the sky seems to turn in bad weather … is the tour canceled?
- What things should I take for my snorkeling trip on a catamaran?
- What things should I take for my Sunset catamaran trip?
- Can I take my photo / video equipment on the boat without risking getting it wet?
- I am on Tahiti and I would like to take a ride with you, how should I come?
- How to meet you ? Could you provide transfers round trip ?
- I am sensitive to motion sickness, will I have seasickness?
- Are wild animals dangerous?
Yes of course! First you will enjoy a beautiful morning of navigation on the lagoon of Moorea! We move throughout the tour in postcard landscapes. Lagoon with multiple shades of blue, paradisiac motus (small islets on the coral reef), majestic mountains with lush vegetation … you will be amazed! Thanks to the crystal clear water of the lagoon, you will see rays, sharks, fish, corals swim all around the catamaran without going into the water!
First of all it is essential to warn your captain about your swimming level. He will be all the more vigilant when monitoring your swimming. If you can not swim it is possible to go in the water on the stork and shark snorkeling stop. This one is on a sandbank where generally the majority of people have feet (except children). You will not have your feet on the other stops, however.
We provide you with floating fries, a lifeline attached to the boat as well as life jackets. Do not hesitate to ask your captain for them.
Due to our climate, forecasts are unreliable in Polynesia. The weather can change a multitude of times in the same day! Sun, cloud, downpour, wind, sun, downpour … This does not affect our outings as long as the security conditions are met. Remember that during snorkeling trips you spend most of the time in the water, and that the boat has an awning (roof) and a tarpaulin closure system to protect you. If however we have to cancel an outing you will be notified by phone / email / concierge / text message.
Bring your bath towels and your sun protection: cream, glasses, hat, lycra, covering clothing… think about the protection of the flora and fauna of the lagoon, choose coral friendly solutions. We also recommend that you take warm / waterproof clothing in case of rain or wind. It is hot in Polynesia but sometimes on can have some chills. Don’t forget your camera / go pro to immortalize your outing!
Plan a coral friendly sun protection, even at the end of the day the sun can play tricks on you. We strongly recommend that you take a small warm and / or waterproof item of clothing to wear over your shoulders (waistcoat, pareo, etc.). Sometimes after a day spent in the sun it can be a little chilly!
Of course, we have protected spaces to put your photo and video equipment. However, we recommend that you provide a waterproof bag for safety because we are never immune to a wave or a sudden downpour. Above all, do not forget after the tour to share with us your beautiful memories and identify us on your publications (@voilamoorea #voilamoorea #tabooboat) it fills us with joy every time!
We could organize your transfers by car between Vaiare (Moorea) ferry terminal and departure of the tour for a minimum of two passengers. If you are alone, you will have to join us on your own, either at the starting point or at a pick-up point.
If you book a tour starting in the morning (departure around 7:30am): From Monday to Friday take the Aremiti Ferry at 5:40pm or 5:50pm
If you book an afternoon tour (departure between 11:15am & 12:00pm) : From Monday to Friday take the Aremiti Ferry at 8:00pm. On Saturday & Sunday, it will be the 9:00am Aremiti Ferry.
Check out the schedules and fees for the Terevau Ferry
Check out the schedules and fees for the Aremiti Ferry
Book a Taxi on Moorea with Phillipe +689 87 37 54 49, Manu +689 87 38 38 90 or Mareva +689 87 28 65 54
We could organize your transfers from hotel lobbies and along the ring road, otherwise you have to meet the car along the main road of the island.
If you have a rental car/scooter, you could meet us directly
- The morning appointment is at our boat mooring (Google Maps link)
- The afternoon appointment is in the parking lot of Tahiamanu public beach, in front of the restrooms (Google Maps link)
- The full day tour ending with sunset appointment is is in the parking lot of Tahiamanu public beach, in front of the restrooms (Google Maps link) park your car along the road next to the Coco Bull Spa sign and then meet us in the parking lot. Do not park your car in the public beach car park, it will be closed before the end of the tour.
- The sunset appointment is at our boat mooring (Google Maps link) park your car along the road next to the Coco Bulle Spa sign, Do not park your car in the public beach car park, it will be closed before the end of the tour.
If you need a ride, please find the additional price below for a transfer round trip (per booking) :
- Pihaena area : free
(Hilton, Motu Iti, guest houses & airbnb between Pihaena – Vaipipiha)
- Cook’s Bay – Maharepa area : 4000 xpf
(Manava, Cooks Bay Hotel, Kaveka, guest houses & airbnb between Super U Are & the Manava)
- Maharepa, Tiaia, Temae area : 6000 xpf
(Sofitel, Poerani, Waihini, Green Lodge, Moorea Golf lodge, Villa Bella Vista, résidence Bel Air, guest houses & airbnb between the Manava & the Sofitel)
- Teavaro – Ferry terminal area : 7000 xpf
(guest houses & airbnb between the Sofitel & the ferry terminal, and for ferry arrivals)
- Opunohu Bay – Papetoai area : 4000 xpf
(Papetoai dock, Lagoon Dream, Robinson’s Cove, Tropical Garden, guest houses & airbnb between Tahiamanu public beach and Snack Mahana)
- Tiahura – Petit Village – Hauru area : 5000 xpf
(Tipaniers, Moorea Sunset Beach, Legend’s residence, Hibiscus, Moorea Island Beach, Moorea Beach Lodge, Niu Beach Hotel… guest houses & airbnb between the Tipaniers and the Moorea Beach Lodge)
- Tiki Village – Nuuroa area : 7000 xpf
(Fare Tokoau, Tapu Lodge, Fare Edith, Linareva, guest houses & airbnb between Fare Tokoau and Linareva)
- The rest of the island : on request
(Haapiti, Afareaitu, Vaiare, Mark’s Place, Fare Arana…)
You are unlikely to get sick on Taboo. Evolving mainly on the lagoon, which is a space protected from strong swells, navigation is gentle. On the other hand, catamarans, thanks to their two hulls, are known to be very stable boats and reluctant to promote seasickness.
If you’re worried about being sick, talk to a healthcare professional about what you can do to protect yourself.
Your captain will explain to you before each snorkeling stop the behavior to adopt as well as the safety instructions to be observed for your experience to be magical. The animals you will meet are wild and harmless animals. However, they can be dangerous if they feel threatened. Remember that you are living in their natural habitat and everything will go smoothly! 🙂
