French Polynesia Whales Expedition with Mindy

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French Polynesia Whales Expedition with Mindy
Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia
Sep 4 - 11, 2027
Group size: 6 - 6
Mindy Tran image
Mindy Tran
$4,000
Deposit: $500

About this trip

Picture this: turquoise water so clear you can see straight to the sand, whales gliding by close enough to take your breath away, and evenings that end in fire shows and flower crowns. This is 8 days built for the girls who want the ocean, the adventure, and a little luxury too, all wrapped into one unforgettable week on the island of Moorea.

You'll spend your mornings swimming with whales, stingrays, and sharks, your afternoons exploring the island by moped and ATV, and your evenings soaking up sunsets, private chef dinners, and one seriously dreamy day in an overwater bungalow. This trip is intimate by design, just 7 of us, so it feels less like a group tour and more like a girls' trip you'll be talking about for years.

Wildlife Sightings

While Moorea is one of the best places in the world to encounter humpback whales, sightings are never guaranteed. We are working with nature, not a schedule, so while our guides know the waters well and give us the best possible chance. Whales, stingrays, and sharks encounters ultimately depend on the ocean that day. Every expedition is still an incredible experience on the water, sightings are simply the magic on top.

Swimming Ability

This trip includes open-ocean activities, including swimming in proximity to wild humpback whales, stingrays, and nurse sharks. Participants must be confident swimmers, comfortable in open water, and able to enter and exit the water from a boat. If you have any concerns about your swimming ability, please reach out before booking so we can talk through what to expect.

What's included

Accomodation

7 nights at the shared Airbnb (3 double occupancy rooms shared beds, 1 single occupancy room)

Whales Expedition

One half-day and three full-days of whale expedition on a private boat with local guides

Snorkel masks and fins

Transportation

Round trip taxi from Moorea ferry terminal to airbnb, 8 days of shared car and moped rental

Meals

One private chef welcome dinner on your first night on the island, and 3 lunches on full-day expeditions, daily breakfast

Activities

Swim with stingrays and sharks at the lagoon, making flower crowns, ATV island tour

ADDED BONUS

Day pass to the luxury overwater bungalow to enjoy the amenities and Polynesian dance and fire show

What's not included

International Flights

Round trip to Tahiti - Faa'a International Airport (PPT)

Ferry Ticket

Round trip to and from Tahiti to Moorea

Travel insurance

Gratuities

Meals not mentioned

Personal wetsuit

Sept 4th: Arrival Day

Sept 4th: Arrival Day image

Fly In & Ferry Over

Wheels down in Tahiti, then straight onto the 3:15pm ferry to Moorea because we don't waste a single hour of paradise.

You'll be scooped up at the ferry terminal and whisked to our private Airbnb, where a local private chef is already prepping a welcome dinner of traditional Polynesian dishes.

Sept 5th

Sept 5th image

Half Day Whale Expedition & Three Pines Outlook Hike

A shorter first outing on the water to get everyone acclimated before the full day expeditions ahead. Lunch not included today.

A scenic hike up to one of Moorea's most iconic lookout points, with sweeping views over the island and lagoon. Dinner not included tonight. But I will take you to the best local spots

Sept 6th: Full Send

Sept 6th: Full Send image

Full Day Whale Expedition

A full day on the water with the whales, lunch included. This is the real deal after yesterday's warm up.

Wind down with a sunset dinner of your choosing, then rest up for another big day tomorrow.

Sept 7th

Sept 7th image

Whales & Flower Crowns

Another full day whale expedition, lunch included.

In the evening, a local guide teaches the group how to make traditional Polynesian flower crowns.

Sept 8th: The Big Day

Sept 8th: The Big Day image

Lagoon Life, Whale Day & Resort Reset

Swim in the lagoon alongside manta rays and nurse sharks, an unforgettable morning in the water. Straight into a full day whale expedition, lunch included.

After, we will have a day pass to relax at the resort, overwater bungalow views, pool time, massages, and all the photos you could want.

Dinner at the resort starting at 6:30pm, followed by a Polynesian dance performance and fire show to close out the biggest day of the trip.

Sept 9th: Free Day

Sept 9th: Free Day image

Sleep In & Free Day to Explore

Explore the island, hit up local shopping, or squeeze in another photoshoot. Fully open, fully yours.

Sept 10th: ATV Tour

Sept 10th: ATV Tour image

Island by Land

Trade the water for the trails on a guided ATV tour through Moorea's interior, waterfalls, viewpoints, and local stories included.

Sept 11th — Departure

Sept 11th — Departure image

Checkout & Take Ferry back to Tahiti

Check out of the Airbnb and transfer to the ferry terminal for the 10am ferry back to Tahiti. Once you land in Tahiti, you will be on your own to grab a taxi to the airport. Please book your return flight for later in the afternoon so you have enough time for the ferry, taxi, and check in without feeling rushed.

Map of the trip locations

A. Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia

Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia

About your organizer

Hi, I’m Mindy

 

By day, I’m a doctor, but outside of work, you’ll usually find me planning my next trip, on a plane, or helping someone else get theirs booked.

Travel has always been more than just a hobby for me, it’s something I genuinely love. I’ve explored 25+ countries (and counting), hosted group trips, and planned countless itineraries for friends, family, and now clients who just want someone to take the stress out of it all.

 I know how overwhelming planning can feel: coordinating people, budgets, flights, hotels, and trying to make it all actually happen. That’s where I come in. I turn “we should go on a trip” into a real, booked, and organized experience.

 Whether it’s a girls trip, a romantic getaway, or a big group adventure, I’m here to make it easy, fun, and something you’ll actually follow through on.

 

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