French Polynesia · CANOES & KAYAKS
12 reviewed
Good canoe & kayak trips go early in French Polynesia and the boats are small. Below are the 12 best, with current prices and the differences that genuinely change the day.
Paddle Moorea Lagoon in a transparent kayak, then snorkel with sharks and stingrays while learning Polynesian culture.
“Stopping on the way in the kayak to enjoy some pineapple juice was great. Swimming amongst the sharks and stingrays was an amazing experience. Everything about this trip was good.”
Snorkel Bora Bora’s coral gardens and manta-ray waters on a Polynesian outrigger cruise, then enjoy BBQ lunch on a private motu.
“This was by far the most incredible snorkeling I’ve done. Sam, Laila, & Heimana were the most gracious of host. A mix of fun, culture, with a little bit of humor. Scenery and clarity of water was 5 star”
Morning transparent kayak on Moorea’s lagoon, led by eco guides. Spot turtles, rays, sharks, and corals, plus a motu snack.
“We had a wonderful time with the guides. They were friendly, knowledgeable and helped us to see a lot of marine life. I highly recommend this excursion.”
Taha'a by comfortable Blue Lagoon canoe: pearl and vanilla tours, Pari Pari rum tasting, motu buffet lunch, coral snorkeling.
“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.”
3-hour guided clear-bottom kayak on Moorea's Hauru Lagoon with snorkeling, turtles and rays, and fruit juice.
“Merci pour cette visite pleines de découvertes et de savoirs ! Tortues et raies léopard étaient au rdv, majestueuses et féeriques 😍”
Modern Blue Lagoon outrigger canoe day trip around Raiatea with dolphins, UNESCO Marae Taputapuatea, and snorkeling at Nao Nao.
“Lengthy (7.5 hrs), comprehensive, and spectacular tour of Raiatea, including two snorkeling stops at deserted, private islands, a nice light lunch at a small oceanside hotel, a visit to the famous Marae, the largest and most important temple Read more”
Moorea canoe lagoon tour with Cook Bay and Opunohu, snorkeling with rays and sharks, tiki and sea turtles, and raw fish lunch on a motu.
“Paradise landscape super friendly atmosphere adorable guides perfect on many points to recommendAuto-translated”
Transparent kayak lagoon tour in Moorea with an eco guide, turtles and rays, snorkeling stop, and fruit juice on a sandbar.
“We had a great experience snorkeling and seeing some turtles and eagle rays! It was a great and enjoyable time!”
Electric paddleboarding plus snorkeling at Taha'a Coral Garden, in a small-group eco tour with gear, snacks, and a GoPro photo/video pack.
“We had a wonderful time exploring the coral garden and neighbouring spots. The e-paddles are a great experience, very easy to handle and give the opportunity to enjoy (in silence) the beauty of one of Taha’a’s top places.”
Small-group kayak on Raiatea’s Faaroa River with comfy backrests, a gentle pace, and fruit-water stops. Pickup available. From $117.
“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 on Bora Bora’s lagoon from Matira Beach on a quiet electric paddle board. Easy, eco-friendly, and great for spotting rays.
“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 lagoon to the Coral Garden for calm snorkeling, stable kayaks, and optional lagoon fishing, all in about 3.5 hours.
“The kayaks were very stable and comfortable so we could enjoy the beautiful Coral Garden. The small plus the optional snorkeling equipment is of very good quality which is very appreciable. Super activity I recommend.Auto-translated”
