Swim with Humpbacks in French Polynesia

SEPT 3-9 | Sept 14-20 | Sept 29-Oct 4

Experience Bliss for 7 days and 6 nights
$3900 ALL INCLUDED !

(*Non-refundable deposit 50% to reserve your spot and the balance 90 days before expedition date)
SEPT 3-9 (1 spots available)
Sept 14-20 (2 spots available) Sept 29-Oct 5 (3 spots available)

The Island

Mo’orea is a stunning volcanic island, just 30min ferry off the coast of Tahiti (international airport PPT).

French Polynesia is one of the few places in the world where you can swim with humpback whales. Although this is retreat will be focusing on time in the water with the whales, we will spend a special half day touring around the island.

The Accomodation

We are fortunate enough to have landed a spacious 3 bedroom, sea front villa with pool next to our captains home. We will be departing right in front of our accommodation every day. Our captain has a workout area, pool and jacuzzi that we are all welcome to use on our off time. We also have two independent bedrooms available to us at his home. With 5 bedrooms we can accommodate everyone quite comfortably. Depending on group dynamic we will arrange the rooms at a closer date.

The Food

Fresh food served daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We will use mostly local ingredients and serve healthy yet gourmet meals. We have one lunch outing planned at the Coco beach and one dinner night at the famous pizzeria for open mic night.

About the trip

This retreat is for those who love and respect the ocean. You do not have to have any free-diving knowledge, however you must be a strong swimmer and comfortable snorkeling in the deep blue as we will be swimming at least 100m to the whales.

Mo’orea has regulations in place to respect the whales, giving them time to rest when they arrive and before they leave. During our trips we will assess their behavior before getting in the water. We will let the whales determine our interaction, which is why we plan to spend most of our time on the water to ensure our chances of some amazing encounters.

 Q+A

  • No, as long as you are comfortable in the water and can swim/snorkel at least a 100m along the surface without tiring you are fine.

  • Our meals will mostly consist of vegetarian and pescatarian meals. However if you are a vegan, not to worry, we got you covered.

  • 6 nights accommodation, 5 days on the water (3 full days, 2 half days), 2 half day land adventures, Transportation to and from accommodation to ferry , Fresh fruits and non-alchoholic drinks, Refillable filtered water, 3 meals a day, Captain and professional whale guide, and of course digital copies of photos taken by yours truly

  • No. It us up to you to purchase your Airfare to and from Tahiti (PPT), your accommodation and transport in Tahiti, and Ferry Transport to Mo’orea. Once in Mo'orea we will pick you up and everything is all inclusive. Travel Insurance (mandatory) is also a pre-requisite to joining the trip. Personal snacks and alcoholic drinks are not included in the price. Gratuity for boat captain and guide is highly recommended.

  • Since we are spending 5 days on the water, we can guarantee a beautiful interaction.

  • Yes there are sharks in the water but not to worry, your guide and I are trained to protect you and guide you in the event of a siting. To be honest, it will be quite the blessing to see :)

Schedule

WELCOME DAY

  • Arrive in Tahiti and take ferry to Mo’orea

  • You will be picked up and we will check into the accommodation

  • Meet and greet your team for the week

  • Lunch at Villa

  • Safety briefing, setting intentions for the week and Q&A

  • Welcome dinner with the group

BOAT DAY 1

  • Breakfast at the accommodation

  • 10min Breath work and Journaling (optional)

  • Board the boat and be ready for a full day out on the water searching for humpies!

  • Lunch will be served on the boat

  • Return for sunset at the accommodation

  • Group Dinner

BOAT DAY 2

  • Sunrise session on the water in search of humpies

  • Breakfast on boat

  • Back to the accommodation for lunch and a short rest

  • Island tour and sunset hike to famous view point (photo shoot opportunity)

  • Back to accommodation for dinner

BOAT DAY 3

  • Breakfast at the accommodation

  • 10min Breath work and Journaling (optional)

  • Morning spent in search of humpies

  • Lunch at the famous Coco Beach motu

  • Spend some time droning or chilling on motu

  • Swimming with Turtles

  • Visit the Sting rays and black tip sharks

  • Back to accommodation for dinner

BOAT DAY 4

  • Breakfast at the accommodation

  • 10min Movement and Journaling (optional)

  • Waterfall/beach/rest day at villa (weather dependent)

  • Back to the accommodation for a typical Polynesian cooking class

  • Onto the boat for afternoon search and sunset

  • Back to accommodation for dinner

BOAT DAY 5

  • Breakfast at the accommodation

  • 10min Breath work and Journaling (optional)

  • Board the boat and be ready for a full day out on the water searching for humpies!

  • Lunch will be served on the boat

  • Return for sunset at the accommodation

  • Group Dinner at local pizza place open mic night (socialization)

DEPARTURE DAY

  • Chill morning at accommodation

  • Breakfast and gratitude ceremony

  • Checkout at 10am

  • Transport to ferry or next accommodation