The WhaleSwim Adventure was truly AMAZING and FUN. Well organized, clean and comfortable accommodations, very tasty and filling breakfasts. Dinners that were provided by a private chef were tasty and unique. Rae was always available to keep things running smoothly and gave clear information as to what to expect and what was expected of us in terms of being on the boat, getting into the water, and Whale etiquette. We were very delighted by the consciousness of all the people who are part of making the outings safe and respectful for the Whales. The captain and first mate were highly skilled at finding the Mama Whales and Babies and knowing when it was right to go into the water with them. Every precaution was taken to keep everyone accounted for throughout the daily outings. Lots of information was shared about the Whales. And being with such a group of highly conscious people made the trip so very fun and pleasant. We made new friends, some of which we have stayed in contact with. We recommend going with WhaleSwim for the adventure, the camaraderie, the beauty of Moorea, and most important, a once in a lifetime experience to consciously swim with these amazing gentle giants.

My experience was so very wonderful that it is hard to describe in purely tourists terms. Here we were, a group of world travelers together for the first time, unknown to Rae's fine staff who are to keep us safe as we float in the middle of the ocean!
There was never a moment of disappointment for me, not in terms of the accommodation or in any way I can imagine. It was really thrilling.
The whales were the focus, being safe and swimming with them peacefully on their terms was our primary purpose. They are so very generous and gentle. We observed other tours not being quite so sensitive and I appreciated being with Rae Gill's WhaleSwim group. Maire and his staff took care of us and knew whether the whales were playful or not - they were not distracted from their tasks as they took their job seriously. Thank you!
WhaleSwim is a lifetime experience and though How lucky was I to do this trip!
I have so much respect for Rae, Maire, and Magenta. I am grateful to them for providing a safe and enriching experience beyond imagination.
I also thank the kind and patient local caretakers of our stay in Moorea as it is a spectacular Island inside and out.
Travel with WhaleSwim and open your heart to a miraculous experience! They are real professionals.

We joined Whaleswim hoping to realise a life's ambition. We were not disappointed! We we're booked for 6 half day swims although due to weather conditions we had to go with 4 half days and 1 full day. I'm so glad we did!! That full day will never be forgotten. We had seen 2 adults and a calf cruising along so followed along, a respectable distance away from them....whales come first with this crew, just as it should be! We were about to call it a day with them when they turned and came our way so in we got. I can't quite describe the feeling of looking at these amazing animals in the eye but that's what happened, all 3 of them. We swam along together for over a mile, at times the Mum dropped down and left her calf to play around with us for a while then decided to part ways with us...baby was less keen and came back for more! You know you have been blessed when your captain has to take 5! On the way back we had breaching whales and a shark and ray swim. I had wondered if I would be scared to get in the water but the crew are so there for you, and have eyes everywhere! Our first swim being a great example of that....Maire got into the water to look for the whales and check that it was ok for us to get it. We swam over to him and he was pointing down into the water.....you will be amazed at how difficult a humpback whale is to see in the water! Eventually I made out the white along her pectoral fins . A short while later she let her calf come up to play before ascending herself. Sublime. On another occasion we called time on our time with a Mum and calf as there were more boats arriving and whale harassment is not acceptable with Whaleswim. We can't wait to return and have everything crossed for the same team, Rae, Magenta and Maire.