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28 Best Things To Do in Moorea, French Polynesia

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Welcome to the magical island of Moorea, French Polynesia! Located just a quick thirty-minute ferry ride from Tahiti, there are so many things to do in Moorea. This skyrocketed its popularity and made it one of the most visited islands for travelers making the journey out this way.

While it may be known as “Tahiti’s little sister,” this list of top Moorea things to do is not little at all. After an entire week exploring this slice of paradise, I’ve fallen completely in love with just about everything Moorea offers.

Known for its mesmerizing and rugged landscape, pristine white sand beaches, delectable cuisine, rich marine biodiversity, stunning sunsets, and welcoming Polynesian culture – there certainly is a little something for everyone on Moorea.

The 28 Best Things to do in Moorea, French Polynesia


I’ve compiled a list of what I think are the best Moorea attractions, favorite food experiences, fun tours, and a whole lot more in this guide! While I had a whole week on the island and my Moorea itinerary was jam-packed, it’ll be quite challenging to do everything on this list.

Before adding this island to your Tahiti itinerary, read through this helpful Moorea travel guide and enjoy the photos as much as I enjoyed taking them!


1) Moana Lagoon Snorkeling & Lunch Tour

Moorea Lagoon Tour

First things first, this was by far my FAVORITE DAY during my week on Moorea, and if I could only choose one thing to do – it’s this day trip!

The first stop is a snorkeling spot where you’ll get the chance to get up close and personal with blacktip reef sharks, sting rays, and tons of fish. I’ve never been surrounded by so many sharks before, and while it was a tad bit nerve-wracking at first, they’re pretty chill and aren’t known to be dangerous.

The sting rays are equally as beautiful. You can actually touch them lightly to feel their smooth skin while they elegantly glide past you.

Moorea Lagoon Tour

Swimming with Sharks and Sting Rays in Mooreav


On the second stop, we visited a beautiful coral garden with some of the best reefs I’ve ever seen on a snorkeling trip. It’s also a common spot for turtle spotting (we saw quite a few on our trip).

The third and final spot was lunch at Coco Beach Restaurant, which is on a private island just off the coast of Moorea. This was easily one of the best meals I’ve had in French Polynesia, and you cannot miss it (but more on that later).

My group of friends and I booked a private tour with Corallina Tours, and I can’t recommend them enough! The company’s owner is…

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