About this tour
Spend a half-day exploring Bora Bora's lagoon on a private guided snorkel trip, with your group as the sole visitors to this premium location. After 3.5 hours investigating coral formations and tropical fish, wade into the shallows for a Polynesian lunch served with Mount Otemanu as your backdrop. The tour includes all equipment, a local guide, refreshments, and hotel or port transfers, running roughly five and a half hours total.
Highlights
- Private access—your group alone in the lagoon
- 3.5 hours of guided reef exploration and fish spotting
- Polynesian lunch eaten waist-deep in calm water
- Mount Otemanu views from your dining spot
- All snorkel gear, towels, and beverages provided
- Hotel and port pickup included
What to expect
A guide meets you and leads your group into the lagoon for the opening three-and-a-half-hour snorkel. Expect to float over reefs, observe local marine life at a moderate pace, and surface frequently to rest and hear commentary. Your guide will point out notable creatures and formations. In the second half, the boat anchors in shallow water near the shore. You'll wade to a dining setup where staff serve warm Polynesian dishes—typically fish, taro, coconut preparations. Sitting in ankle-to-waist-deep water, you'll eat, swim, and photograph the volcanic peak across the bay. Pack energy for both swimming and sitting still.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required; those with spinal injuries or heart conditions should skip this tour. Infants must sit on an adult; children need constant supervision. Bring reef-safe sunscreen. If your cruise ship arrives late, the operator won't refund—plan buffer time. The 'private' designation means no other groups share your date.
Frequently asked
- How long does Reef Discovery Private Full Day Lagoon Tour & Water Lunch take?
- Reef Discovery Private Full Day Lagoon Tour & Water Lunch runs for approximately 5h 30m.
- How much does Reef Discovery Private Full Day Lagoon Tour & Water Lunch cost?
- Prices start from USD $1807 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Reef Discovery Private Full Day Lagoon Tour & Water Lunch run?
- This tour operates around French Polynesia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Reef Discovery Private Full Day Lagoon Tour & Water Lunch?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. Coral Reef Info earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Coral Reef Info summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.