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Activity description
Spend a fabulous half-day discovering Polynesian underwater flora and fauna on a guided snorkelling excursion in Tikehau!
This snorkelling excursion in Tikehau is the perfect way to discover the riches of the underwater world of the South Pacific, with several stops for swimming and snorkelling with the Polynesian underwater fauna. Accompanied by a guide who will be delighted to share his knowledge of the Tikehau atoll and its inhabitants, as well as raising your awareness of the need to preserve this exceptional marine environment, you will set off on a 4-hour boat trip in Tikehau!
This guided snorkelling tour of Tikehau will enable you to discover not only the atoll's lagoon, but also its ocean side and its one and only pass. You will first head out into the heart of the lagoon to the renowned manta ray cleaning station, a must-see snorkelling site in Tikehau if you want to swim close to these majestic animals! You will then enjoy a bite to eat at a local's house, in a small village where you will be warmly welcomed, before sailing out to sea to try and spot some dolphins.
Sea conditions permitting, you will have the chance to try drift snorkelling in the Tikehau Pass, a site teeming with underwater life: leopard rays, barracudas, napoleons, hammerhead sharks, etc. It is an extraordinary experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression! Then, on the way back, you will stop for a final snorkelling session in Tikehau lagoon, above a superb coral garden where you can admire a multitude of tropical fish swimming in the turquoise waters of this magical place.
Bringing together all the best snorkelling sites in Tikehau, this excursion is not to be missed during your stay on the atoll. So don't wait any longer to book it and spend some memorable moments with your loved ones!
- Pick-up at your accommodation in Tikehau or meeting directly at the Tikehau Diving centre
- Preparation of equipment and boarding of the boat
- Sail to the first snorkelling site, the old pearl farm where manta rays are usually found: launch with the guide (duration of the snorkelling session varies according to sea conditions and group level)
- Snack break at a local's house in the village next to the Tikehau Pass
- Head out to the ocean in search of dolphins to watch them, then back to the Tikehau Pass for a drift snorkelling session (only if the current in the pass "enters" the lagoon and sea conditions allow)
- Last snorkelling stop at the Coral Garden in Tikehau lagoon
- Return aboard the boat and debriefing of the adventure on the way back to the centre
- Packing up of equipment and return transfer for clients wishing to do so (excluding Hakamanu Lodge and Fafarua Lodge)
Activity requirements
Knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
A minimum number of 4 participants is required for this activity to take place.
Special terms
Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the meet-up / pick-up time and place for your activity.
The transfer is included in the price if it takes place at the Le Tikehau By Pearl hotel, the Relais Royale Tikehau, the Ninamu Resort or one of the village guesthouses.
If you wish to be picked up and dropped off at Hakamanu Lodge or Fafarua Lodge, you will have to pay a supplement on site: 7,000 xpf per person for Hakamanu Lodge / 8,000 xpf per person for Fafarua Lodge.
- Wetsuit
- All the snorkeling equipment (fins, mask and snorkel)
- Guide
- Transfer from and to your accommodation (excluding Hakamanu Lodge and Fafarua Lodge)
- Snack
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat
