French Polynesia Liveaboard 2026

Price

$6,350 pp.

Duration

10 Days, 9 Nights

Date

15-24 June 2026

Max Group Size

8

Sail aboard a catamaran between the Tuamotu’s most beautiful atolls, a paradise for Napoleons, manta rays and reef sharks.

The Tuamotu Islands, sublime coral rings scattered in the blue waters of the South Pacific, offer exceptional scenery and snorkeling. During this week of pure escape, we’ll sail between three coconut-fringed atolls aboard a catamaran privatized for our group of 8. Each day, we’ll snorkel the crystal-clear waters of the atolls to discover the Polynesian reefs, a paradise for sharks, Napoleons, manta rays and sea turtles.

Coral reef and sharks snorkeling in Fakarava

Enjoy a tailor-made trip designed for snorkeling fans! In the heart of the Fakarava World Biosphere Reserve, our itinerary includes the exploration of three of Polynesia’s most spectacular and unspoiled atolls. We’ll snorkel at over 12 different sites, including Fakarava’s legendary South Pass.

Snorkeling with Napoleon wrasse in Fakarava

From snorkeling to life on board, from landings on wild islets to swimming in pristine lagoons, we’ve planned everything to offer you the experience of a total escape, in contact with the untouched nature of the atolls.

Coral reef in Fakarava

The Tuamotu Islands offer unparalleled underwater experiences. We’ll snorkel at a variety of sites, including coral drop-offs filled with reef fish, sandy lagoons visited by Napoleon and blacktip sharks, manta ray cleaning stations, as well as exploring passes by drift snorkeling.

Fakarava snorkeling liveaboard

For our small group, we have chartered the Aqua Tiki II, a comfortable 18-meter catamaran with only 4 cabins. All cabins, with a capacity of two people, offer private bathrooms and toilets.

Our Itinerary

Mon, 15 Arrival in Tahiti, transfer to the resort, group dinner
Tue, 16 Flight to Fakarava, embarkation, 1st snorkeling
Wed, 17 Snorkeling safari (Fakarava)
Thu, 18 Snorkeling safari (Fakarava)
Fri, 19 Snorkeling safari (Kauehi)
Sat, 20 Snorkeling safari (Kauehi)
Sun, 21 Snorkeling safari (Toau)
Mon, 22 Snorkeling safari (Toau)
Tue, 23 Snorkeling safari (Fakarava)
Wed, 24 Disembarkation, flight back to Tahiti, end of service (or optional trip extension to Moorea & Bora Bora)
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Guillaume is the cofounder of Snorkeling Report and Planet Snorkeling. His passion is to find new, virgin snorkeling spots and spread the word to the whole world.

French Polynesia Snorkeling Liveaboard 2026

 

15-24 June 2026 – 10 days/9 nights
$6,350 per person
VIP cabin: +$150 per person

 

Optional trip extension Moorea + Bora Bora
24-30 June 2026 – 7 days/6 nights
Organized by our local partner. Pricing and programme available on request.

 

Prices are based on double occupancy. All-inclusive from Tahiti Faaa Airport.

 

Services Included

  • 8 nights full-board accommodation onboard the Aqua Tiki II, from 16 to 24 June
  • 1 night accommodation at the Te Moana Tahiti Resort, in a Sea View Studio, on 15 June
  • Your guides and all snorkeling activities throughout the trip
  • All meals, drinking water and syrups throughout the stay
  • All transportation and transfers from/to Tahiti Airport, including flights between Tahiti and Fakarava
  • 2 hours of high-speed internet connection by satellite every evening during the whole cruise

Services not Included

  • International air tickets from your home to Tahiti Faaa Airport
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Waterskiing and wakeboard (€25 per session)
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
  • Trip insurance
  • Gratuities and tips
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