I went on this holiday alone and love love loved it for so many many reasons but especially the... read more
I went on this holiday alone and love love loved it for so many many reasons but especially the... read more
I've recently returned from an incredible 7-day trip on the "Magical Humpbacks in Tahiti Tour" with... read more
We booked with whale swim adventures to go on 8 days of whale swimming and it was just brilliant, everyone is supportive and friendly and they really make sure you are looked after as well as get good experiences.
Swimming with whale is amazing, the water is very clear and warm and it is just magical.
The lodges where you stay and beach are also very beautiful and comfortable, there are activities and small shops close by - the island itself is truly like something out of a magazine.
I can't recommend this tour provider or tour enough and plan to use them again in the future, it was without doubt the trip of a lifetime :)
Incredible life changing experience. Better than I ever imagined. (Small selection of my GoPro photos attached to my review)
Whaleswim have the best boat on Moorea for swimming with whales, with loads of space, shade, seating and easy access to and from the water. One member of the boat crew (Teri’i) stayed on the boat whilst the boat captain (Marie) and tour leader (Sabri) accompanied and guided us in the water to maximise our whale experience combined with keeping us safe.
Very professionally organised and supervised. Safety of guests combined with well being of the whales was paramount.
I have no hesitation in recommending Whaleswim in Tahiti (Moorea) and will definitely use them again.
Amazing experience better than we could have imagined everyone in the tour was fabulous and we would recommend this trip 100% just brilliant. The boat was excellent and we felt that we were on the best tour and our interaction with the whales was unbelievable
I cannot express how wonderful my experience was with whale swim! The accommodations were really nice. From the coordination of the trip before going all the way through arriving at the hotel, we had no worries the whole time and everything was taken care of. Annah and Michael were our guides and they were so fantastic! They made sure our safety was priority and of course assuring we had the best oceanic adventure with swimming with whales! Helping with our gear, giving us tips, planning everything ahead of time, etc. Rain or shine that is their priority. We were able to have some unforgettable experiences with whales and we couldn’t have had the experience we did without our skipper Noah as well. His knowledge of how to spot the whales is a science and so unique. The whole crew worked really hard to make sure we had an unforgettable time and they were very respectful and conscious of the whales safety as well. On the slower days we also had unforgettable times exploring different areas and one of my favorite moments was eating our packed lunches in a picturesque spot you could only dream of. The people were fantastic and happy to say probably life long friends. Everyone got along great and had a wonderful time. The team really puts your experience as a priority and we are looking forward to book with this company again as soon as we can make another trip happen. I highly recommend whale swim to everyone.
WhaleSwim Adventures in Moorea is an amazing lifetime experience. Rae has a wonderful company and a fantastic crew. The organisation prior to the trip was fantastic. Plenty of correspondence and information given. I was picked up at the ferry port without any problem. The accommodation was superb. I'm trying to think how to describe it. Small place with about maybe 10 rooms, some overlooking the beach, others looking into the private garden. Yes, the rooms were on the small side but when you've come to Tahiti to swim with humpback whales how long are you actually going to spend in your room!? There were clean and comfortable and beautifully decorated. The location was excellent - sat right on the beach and a 5 minute walk to where you get picked up from for the whales. There is no hotel restaurant but a fantastic kitchen where you can prepare your own meals. Breakfast for us was organised by an outside company and although a little bit on the slow side (with regards to getting to the boat on time) it was lovely. Some evening meals were provided by an outside company also and were all very nice.
Now onto the whales. AMAZING. The boat was large, spacious and comfortable and was perfect for getting on and off into the whales. The skipper was a man of few words but he was obviously passionate about the whales and seemed to be able to 'read' the whales well and knew when was a good time to get in the water and when it wasn't. We had incredible days out on the water. There are always going to be days which are a bit on the disappointing side (ie very few whales) but that's nature for you and why it's especially good to go with a company like this where you have several days on the water. The half day trips were a perfect time as usually it didn't take long to find the whales and it gave me the opportunity to go diving.
This is my second trip with WhaleSwim and both have been fantastic. Both times I have been fortunate enough to be with a wonderful group of people, all who are equally as passionate about whales as me.
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.