Join me!
in a crazy once in a lifetime experience swimming with the majestic Humpback whales of French Polynesia!
Group 1: Sept 12-18
Group 2: Sept 18-24
Group 3: Sept 25 - Oct 01
Group 4 (tentative): Oct 01-07
Join me for an incredible 7 days trip (6 nights) 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!
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 6 nights in some amazing luxury villas with an incredible ocean view
Transfer from Moorea's Ferry (or Moorea's Airport) to the villa on arrival and departure
Activities
One traditional show and banquet to discover the Polynesian culture
Some free time to explore the island with possibility to go diving, quad biking, etc.
Inclusions
Photos
Food
Accomodation & transfers
Digital access to all my photographs taken during the trip for you to keep
Optionnal photography and editing workshops with Joeva
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).
Where are we staying?
We will be staying in 2 villas in a wonderful luxury residence with an incredible view on the lagoon ! There is a jacuzzi in each villa and you will have access to the residence's gym and swimming pool.
Free Wifi and Air Con in every room!
The villas come with double rooms and few options for single use* (please note that single people might have to share a room).
*Please let me know during booking what kind of occupancy you will prefer.
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Itinerary Exemple
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, 5, 6: 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 jacuzzis or swimming pool. You can also use your time off to do different activity (at your own expense): diving, atv tour, jet ski, hiking, etc.
Photography and editing workshops by myself on the evening if you are interested.
-Day 6: Goodbye dinner with a Traditional show and banquet, discover the incredible Polynesian culture!
-Day 7: Time to say goodbye :/ I will drive you back to the ferry or Moorea Airport.
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. But It's important to be a very good swimmer.
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.
Price
6995 CAD$ per person ( approximately U.S $ 4950 or 4300€) - double occupancy
(same price if you are single but you might have to share a room)
Installment payments available
Apply Now !
Please only fill out this application if you are 100% committed to joining one of my whale expeditions. Applications help me create groups where everyone shares the same vibe, and is confident in their swimming abilities, ensuring the best experience for all. I’ll personally contact you after you apply to confirm your spot and send your payment 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.
Raphael, France
«Please know that it's thanks to you, your videos, and your passion for the ocean that I was able to realize a dream: swimming with whales. I'm grateful.
You've helped people realize their dreams. That's a great quality. Thank you so much »
Ashley, US
« The whale expedition in Moorea was one of the most amazing trips ever!! I want to come back!»
Austin, Australia
« The whale trip was definitively my highlight for 2024 ! Thank you so much »
Odile, France
Two years ago, I discovered the Instagram profile of a photographer who seemed as passionate about whales and Moorea as I was.
I followed her posts with great interest, until the day Pierre and I decided to join her on one of the most incredible adventures she organized: a week-long whale-watching expedition on the most beautiful island in the world… Words cannot adequately describe the intensity of what we experienced during that week: from meeting incredible people from all over the world to the majestic encounter with the queens of the ocean… Our lives have changed forever thanks to her.
That person is Joeva, and she simply made my dearest dream come true, and so much more ♥️♥️
Charles, Malta
Standing face-to-face with such phenomenal sea creatures, breathing, smelling and listening to the ocean, and experiencing the unique wildlife and landscape of this sheer paradise with like-minded people under Joeva’s attentive care is an exhilarating, out of this world experience that you have to do at least once in your lifetime. It is a privilege!
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.