French Polynesia Adventure: Beaches, Lagoons & Coral Reefs

Your journey begins on Mo’orea, a volcanic island of emerald peaks and turquoise lagoons. Stay at a beachfront resort where you can step directly into the water to swim or snorkel among black-tip reef sharks, turtles and rays.

Spend your days exploring the island’s lagoon on guided snorkelling excursions or diving trips, with opportunities for both beginners and experienced divers. 

Back on land, you can hike to viewpoints overlooking Opunohu Bay or enjoy a traditional Polynesian meal at sunset. Evenings are peaceful, marked by the sound of waves and the scent of frangipani in the air.

Continue to Rangiroa, the second-largest atoll in the world. Its vast lagoon and more than a hundred coral channels make it one of the most rewarding diving destinations in the world.

Here, the focus is on connection with the ocean. Experienced divers can explore Tiputa Pass, known for dolphins and large pelagic species, while snorkelers will find calm shallows filled with colourful coral and schools of fish. When you’re not in the water, visit the Pink Sands of Vahituri, where coral-tinted beaches glow under the tropical sun.

Evenings are for you to unwind and savour all that Rangiroa has to offer – a quiet meal of freshly caught seafood and an uninterrupted horizon.