The 4 Best Island Tours in Tahiti

1.Private Island Tour ( 5 HOURS)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews Our pick

Circle Tahiti in about five hours with a private guide such as Fabrice, Antoinette, Vetea, or Sylvie. You’ll visit Arahurahu Marae, Maraa Grotto, Taharuu Beach, Faarumai Waterfalls, Vaipahi Gardens, and Point Venus in an air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup is available from hotels, the airport, marina, or pier, with room to adjust the pace.

“We were driven in a very nice vehicle around the entire island by a gentleman who knew it well. We made several stops where he told us about the history of the island and the people. We didn't feel rushed when we found someplace that we wanted to spend a little more time at. It was a very interesting afternoon.”

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2.Discovery of Tahiti Nui Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 115 reviews · from $115

Circle Tahiti Nui in about five to six hours, stopping at Te Fare Iamanaha museum, Mara’a Caves, Taharu’u Beach, Vaipahi Water Gardens, Faarumai Waterfalls, and Point Venus. Pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, guide, bottled water, and entrance fees are included. The usual group is capped at seven, but cruise-day arrangements can change.

“A bit of a rocky start to the tour but after things were sorted we had an informative drive around the island. Some people not happy about some things but we got an apology email and partial refund from operator.”

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3.Shared 4.5h Circle Island Tour of Tahiti Nui by Lydia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $115

Spend 4.5 hours circling Tahiti Nui with Lydia, stopping at Pointe Venus, Vaimahuta Waterfall, Vaipahi Gardens, Mara’a lava caves, and Taharuu Beach. Expect a small group of up to eight, air-conditioned transport, pickup arrangements, scenic photo stops, and clear explanations of Tahiti’s geology, culture, politics, economy, and French connection.

“Lydia knows everything about the, island, the culture, the flora, the fauna, local medicines, restaurants, well she is a great asset and a wonderful guide and person. We are very lucky we found this tour.”

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4.Sea Scooter Snorkel Tour – Lagoon Discovery : Wrecks, Coral Gardens and Tropical Fishies

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $109Best value

From Tahiti Marina Taina, Sylvain, Jeremy, and the ATAE team take you by boat to the calm Aquarium lagoon near Punaauia. You will use an easy underwater scooter to visit wrecks, coral gardens, and tropical fish sites, with fins, mask, snorkel, snacks, drinks, and photos included.

“We loved this experience. The tour operator called us early to go out because a whale was seen in the harbor. It was exciting to see then we spent a Few hours snorkeling in beautiful blue water surrounded by fish. My only complainant is that they didn’t take very many photos of us, it would have been great to have more.”

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