- 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 don’t have a vehicle, how do the transfers work?
- I am on Tahiti and I would like to take a ride with you, how should I come?
- 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!
For private tours, transfers are offered throughout the island, along the ring road (we do not go up private easements and paths).
For shared tours, the transfer is offered from 2 people on the ring road between the Vaiare Maritime Station and the Tiki Village. It can be considered from 3 people between Mark’s place and the Afareaitu pharmacy. Otherwise, you will have to consult us and book a roundtrip taxi either to the starting point or to a pick-up point.
Book a Taxi on Moorea with Taxi Gisèle at +689 87 31 16 90 (phone and Whatsapp) or by email pahigisele@mail.pf.
We offer transfer 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 8am):
- From Monday to Friday take the Terevau ferry at 6:40 am.
- On weekends, take the Aremiti ferry at 6:55 am.
If you book a tour with a departure during the day, contact us to agree together on the ferry to take.
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 Taxi Gisèle at +689 87 31 16 90 (phone and Whatsapp) or by email pahigisele@mail.pf.
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! 🙂
