French Polynesia · TEAHUPO'O & THE TAHITI PENINSULA
15 reviewed
The road down the Tahiti peninsula runs out before Teahupo’o, and the wave is another boat ride past that. These tours reach it, some by 4WD to the end of the tarmac and some by boat to sit off the reef pass while it breaks. Prices, durations and swell notes are below.
Small-group West Coast Tahiti to Teahupoo with waterfalls, black sand beaches, marae sites, and an optional Olympic surf boat ride.
“It was an absolutely fantastic. Learned so much about the island and local customs. Tracey is a very knowledgeable person and loves her island”
Watch Teahupoo big waves up close from an aluminium catamaran with a local surfer captain and a small group in Tahiti.
“Stunning day out on the water & watching surfers catch some huge waves was awesome! Loved it, would do it again”
A small-group West Coast Tahiti day trip to Teahupoo, with waterfalls, black sand, gardens, and culture stops, plus an optional reef boat ride.
“Due to the ship arriving slightly late, we missed our originally assigned tour guide. By chance, we ended up with Hine instead. Unexpectedly, she brought an unexpectedly wonderful experience to our rainy day trip. She proved to be sincere, kind-hearted, and full of enthusiasm, showing special care for the elderly. She demonstrated exceptional patience with my family members and showed thoughtful consideration throughout. Despite the awful weather, we enjoyed constant laughter and joy along the way. Her presence made the entire experience truly worthwhile. We all adored her - she made us feel such warmth and familiarity, just like family..”
Humpback whale swims off quiet Paea and Papara on a 28-foot boat, with respectful DIREN rules, provided snorkeling gear, and real field conditions.
“Being in the deep water and seeing only the whale submerge and emerge below me. Incredible. I didn’t get a photo because my battery in my underwater camera died before the swim”
Shared boat half day tour from Teahupoo to boat-only valleys and a river walk, ending with coral garden snorkeling.
“Wonderful captain and crew! We loved going on land and learning about the local trees and plants. Great knowledge and great stories.”
Private land and taxi-boat day in Tahiti, from Punaauia’s pool and caves to Teahupoo’s surf reef and the Faarumai waterfalls.
“Phillipe was amazing! Knowledgeable, fun, friendly, flexible, comfortable car, arranged all! Amazing lunch at local spot. Will always book with him!”
2-hour jet ski outing in Puna'auia, Tahiti, with an instructor, lagoon and ocean views, and often wildlife sightings like turtles and dolphins.
“Very good would go again and again full blast out to sea prepared to get wet..did see a whale as well. Got to see far more past Papeete. Good fun”
Take a taxi boat for a close-up view of the Tahiti Pro at Teahupo'o, watching world class surfing from a covered, safe vantage.
“Having watched the WSL over the years to say tv does not do Chopes justice is an understatement! The force of the wave is just phenomenal and the conditions were far from optimal when we visited. We arrived after the WSL event had fRead more”
Small-group Tahiti Iti boat trip with Teahupo'o wave signs, pearl farm stop, snorkeling, and Polynesian music in 4 hours.
“We recently took the Discovery Excursion of the Authentic Tahiti Peninsula, and it was truly an unforgettable experience! Our guide, Romuald, was absolutely fabulous — warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. From the very beginning, Read more”
Tahiti Peninsula humpback whale watch and optional swim in a small group, with snorkeling gear and a safety-focused local crew.
“This was an incredible swim with whales tour - Romuald was an amazing guide! He was funny, accommodating, knowledgeable and really cares about safety of both the passengers and the whales. After reading reviews on other swiRead more”
Watch Teahupoo waves from a safety-channel boat, hear local legends and surf stories, and get a prime view of coral-breaking power.
“La actividad es normal, demasiada expectativa... Pongo regular porque es demasiada cara para lo que es, además, no te explican nada, la información que se tiene de ella es de la que hayas leído en internet.”
Whale watching and calm snorkeling in Tahiti with hydrophone whale song, snacks and fruit, and a boat-only stop at Fenua Aihere.
“Super moment... Accueil au top explications données.. On ass vu au moins 20 baleine avec mise à l eau dans le respect total de l animal. À faire conseillé”
Teahupoo Olympic wave day in Tahiti: grottos, gardens, a boat ride to the surf zone, and flexible lunch if weather turns.
“wonderful day getting close to the surfing action and feel of the vibe of the surfing action. Lunch in the logoon was loverly. Our driver was like an angel who went out of her way to show us the way to our accommodation after the tour. Great day”
Full-day Tahiti tour with a private taxi boat to Teahupoo surf spot, plus caves, waterfalls, gardens, and black sand at Pointe Vénus.
“Super journée avec yoyo et Philippe au téléphone régulièrement. Nous avons fait les plus beaux sites de île avec le spot à ne pas manquer la vague de teahupoo avec timothe .Journée formidable on s’en souviendra et on reviendra. MICHEL MADO Mai 2025”
Half-day wholesale fishing on a traditional Poti Marara near Teahupoo. Shimano gear, captain Yoann, drinks included.
“Fishing trip off the peninsula with 'Teahupoo Leisure and Fishing Boat' and its captain Yoann”
