Join me!
in a crazy once in a lifetime experience swimming with the majestic Humpback whales of French Polynesia!
Group 1: Sept 28 - Oct 05
Group 2: Oct 05-12 - FULL
Join me for an incredible 7 days trip in Moorea, French Polynesia: One of the only places in the world where you can swim with whales! We will be spending 5 days in the water looking for whales with our private boat to make sure we will get as many interactions as possible! But we won’t stop at the whales, we will also make sure to keep some time to go swim with stingrays, reef sharks and turtles. And if we are lucky we might even encounter some dolphins or other pelagic sharks and fish!
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What's included?
Whales
5 days (2 full days, 3 half days) on a private boat looking for whales and other marine life with experienced local guide and captain
Accomodation & transfers
Accommodation for 7 nights on an amazing villa by the beach
Transfer from Moorea's Ferry (or Moorea's Airport) to the villa on arrival and departure
Activities
One traditional show and banquet at the Tiki village to discover the Polynesian culture
One Free Day to explore the island with possibility to go diving, quad biking, etc.
Food
First night welcome dinner and drinks
Basic breakfast every morning
Lunches while full day on boat*
*(please note this is a traditional lunch, if you have a specific diet you might have to bring your own lunch).
Photos
Digital access to all my photographs taken during the trip for you to keep
Optionnal photography and editing workshops with Joeva
What's not included
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International airfare to French Polynesia (Papeete, Tahiti). We can, however, help you make the reservation. Please contact catherinemorin@experiencegroupe.com so that she can help you.
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Transportation/parking to the airport from your home town
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Ferry or flight to Moorea (the ferry costs around $30 for a round-trip ticket; Joeva will provide you with all the information before departure).
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Food/drinks not mentioned - Lunches when not on the boat and dinners (except the first night, and the last night during the evening Polynesian show). The villa is within walking distance of several stores, restaurants/snacks. There's also a full kitchen in the villa, which you're free to use.
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Optional activities on the day off if you wish: diving, quad biking, jet-skiing, horse riding, etc. (You'll receive a list with all the prices and we'll book everything for you).
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Medical and travel insurance (mandatory). Contact Expérience Groupe, they can help you obtain insurance.
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Additional personal expenses
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Tips for guide and captain (not mandatory but always welcome)
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Anything not mentioned in the 'Inclusions' section.
Where are we staying?
In a wonderful villa in the amazing Cook's bay in Moorea! An amazing beach front paradise just for us! Free kayaks and paddle boards included.
The villa comes with double rooms and few options for single use* (please note that single people will have to share a room).
*Please let me know during booking what kind of occupancy you will prefer.
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Is it for me?
If you are an ocean lover and a good fit swimmer (capable of swimming a long time in wild open ocean) then yes it is! You don’t need to be a diver or freediver as we will only be snorkeling.
You don’t particularly need to be a photographer to join the trip, I will be offering photography and editing workshops and giving advices to people who are interested but you are also more than welcome to join us without a camera or with just a gopro!
I’m bilingual French/English so you are more than welcome to join the tour if you speak one of these 2 languages! I will make sure to always translate everything for everyone.
Itinerary Example (subject to change)
Day 1
Arrival in French Polynesia, transfer to Moorea (flight or ferry at your own expense). Pick up from the ferry/airport by myself and check in at the villa.
Welcome drinks and dinner on arrival with a little presentation about the whales and what to expect during the week.
Day 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7
5 days on the water looking for whales and other marine species! (2 full days, 3 half days)
Free evening/afternoons to relax, enjoy the beach, the pool or the free kayaks and paddleboards.
Photography and editing workshops by myself on the evening if you are interested.
Day 5
Free day in the middle of the week to relax or discover the island. You will have the option to choose from different activity (at your own expense): diving, atv tour, jet ski, hiking, etc.
Day 7
Goodbye dinner with a Traditional show and banquet at the Tiki village, discover the incredible Polynesian culture!
Day 8
Time to say goodbye :/ I will drive you back to the ferry or Moorea Airport.
Price
5250 CAD$ per person ( approximately U.S $ 3890) - double occupancy
(same price if you are single but you might have to share a room)
Installment payments available
Book now !
For more information and to book your spot, please follow this link
I'm proud to partner with a Canadian travel agency to organise this expedition, so my expedition is 100% legal and professional ! (Be careful, à lot of photographers offers tours without thinking of the legal requirements).
The travel agency can also help you organize the rest of your stay in French Polynesia, as well as help you book your flight ticket. All the info are in the link above.