Guided Snorkelling Excursion in Tikehau

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From€42

5.5 hrs

Occasionally sporty

From 6 years-old and up

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Discover the incredible underwater flora and fauna of French Polynesia on a full snorkelling excursion in Tikehau!

Tikehau Guided Snorkelling Tour

From€42

5.5 hrs

Occasionally sporty

From 6 years-old and up

Tikehau Guided Snorkelling Tour

From€42

5.5 hrs

Occasionally sporty

From 6 years-old and up

Practical information

A guided snorkelling excursion in Tikehau comprising 4 stops: the manta ray cleaning station, the Tuheiava Pass, the coral garden and the open sea to look for dolphins.

Swimming in water hovering around 27°C all year round
Manta rays can be seen all year round, but with a greater chance of sightings between April and October
If conditions allow (sea conditions, animal behaviour, etc.), it is possible to go into the open sea to snorkel with dolphins

Course of events

Please allow up to 5.5 hours for the whole experience.

Pick-up from your accommodation in the main village of Tikehau by car or from your hotel/boarding house by boat (excluding accommodation too far away)
Welcome to the dive centre, where there are toilets, changing rooms and showers
Distribution of snorkelling gear and equipment
Briefing on the activity and safety instructions
Boarding the boat
Sail to the manta ray cleaning station (approx. 10 minutes)
Launch for 30 minutes to 1 hour of snorkelling
Sail to Tuheiava Pass (approx. 30 minutes)
Launch for 30 minutes to 1 hour of snorkelling
Back on board the boat, enjoy a hot drink and a light snack
Launch for 30 minutes to 1 hour of snorkelling in the coral garden
Sail out to sea (approximately 5 minutes) to search for dolphins
If dolphins are encountered and conditions are optimal, you may be able to enter the water to snorkel with the dolphins
Navigation back to the dive centre (approx. 30 minutes)
De-equipping and debriefing of the experience on the terrace
Transfer back to your accommodation in Tikehau and end of the activity

Activity requirements

All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.

Written parental authorisation is required for minors to participate in this activity.

A minimum number of 2 participants is required to run this activity.

Special terms

Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.

This activity is not accessible to individuals who are less than 3 months pregnant (for those over 3 months, accessible with medical approval) or people with reduced mobility.

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor directly to organise the pick-up point and time. Please note that the transfer from Hakamanu Lodge is not included and costs 5,000 xpf per person.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

Anyone wishing to accompany the divers on board without taking part in the activity can reserve their place as a "Spectator".

Meeting point:

Pick-up from your accommodation in Tikehau to be arranged with the instructor

Spoken languages:

French, English, German

Included

Guide
All the snorkelling equipment (wetsuit, fins, mask and snorkel)
Snack (doughnuts, fresh coconut)
Water
Tea
Round-trip transfer between your accommodation in Tikehau and the dive centre

Excluded

Lunch

Do not forget to bring

Swimwear
Towel
Environmentally-friendly sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat / Cap

From€42

Tikehau Guided Snorkelling Tour + Introduction to Spearfishing

From€42

5.5 hrs

Occasionally sporty

From 16 years-old and up

Tikehau Guided Snorkelling Tour + Introduction to Spearfishing

From€42

5.5 hrs

Occasionally sporty

From 16 years-old and up

Practical information

A guided snorkelling excursion in Tikehau comprising 4 stops: the manta ray cleaning station, the Tuheiava Pass, where you will discover spearfishing, the coral garden and the open sea to look for dolphins.

Swimming in water hovering around 27°C all year round
Manta rays can be seen all year round, but with a greater chance of sightings between April and October
If conditions allow (sea conditions, animal behaviour, etc.), it is possible to go into the open sea to snorkel with dolphins

Course of events

Please allow up to 5.5 hours for the whole experience.

Pick-up from your accommodation in the main village of Tikehau by car or from your hotel/boarding house by boat (excluding accommodation too far away)
Welcome to the dive centre, where there are toilets, changing rooms and showers
Distribution of snorkelling gear and equipment
Briefing on the activity and safety instructions
Boarding the boat
Sail to the manta ray cleaning station (approx. 10 minutes)
Launch for 30 minutes to 1 hour of introduction to spearfishing and snorkelling
Sail to Tuheiava Pass (approx. 30 minutes)
Launch for 30 minutes to 1 hour of snorkelling
Back on board the boat, enjoy a hot drink and a light snack
Launch for 30 minutes to 1 hour of snorkelling in the coral garden
Sail out to sea (approximately 5 minutes) to search for dolphins
If dolphins are encountered and conditions are optimal, you may be able to enter the water to snorkel with the dolphins
Navigation back to the dive centre (approx. 30 minutes)
De-equipping and debriefing of the experience on the terrace with the distribution of the catch of the day, which you can take away with you
Transfer back to your accommodation in Tikehau and end of the activity

Activity requirements

All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.

Written parental authorisation is required for minors to participate in this activity.

A minimum number of 2 participants is required to run this activity.

Special terms

Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.

This activity is not accessible to pregnant people or disabled people.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

Anyone wishing to accompany the divers on board without taking part in the activity can reserve their place as a "Spectator".

Meeting point:

Pick-up from your accommodation in Tikehau to be arranged with the instructor

Spoken languages:

French, English, German

Included

Guide
All the snorkelling equipment (wetsuit, fins, mask and snorkel)
Harpoon
Catch of the day
Snack (doughnuts, fresh coconut)
Water
Tea
Round-trip transfer between your accommodation in Tikehau and the dive centre

Excluded

Lunch

Do not forget to bring

Swimwear
Towel
Environmentally-friendly sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat / Cap

From€42

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Practical information

Meeting point:

Pick-up from your accommodation in Tikehau to be arranged with the instructor

Spoken languages:

French, English, German

Cancellation: Flexible

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Free rescheduling or refund if the activity must be cancelled due to bad weather.

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About the activity

How would you like to combine encounters with several of French Polynesia's must-see species on the same trip? Manta rays, turtles, blacktip sharks, tropical fish and even dolphins are just some of the animals you are almost sure to spot on this guided snorkelling excursion in Tikehau. Comprising 4 stages, this adventure will take you to the must-see snorkelling sites on the atoll: the manta ray cleaning station, the Tuheiava Pass, the coral garden and the open sea. What's so special about this experience compared with other snorkelling tours in Tikehau? You can choose whether or not to add an introduction to spearfishing in the Tuheiava Pass (only available to those aged 16 and over)!

Your guided snorkelling tour in Tikehau will take place on board a RIB boat, which will accommodate a maximum of 6 to 8 participants. You will be supervised by professionals who will ensure your safety throughout the activity, while sharing with you a wealth of information about the underwater flora and fauna of Polynesian waters. The aim is for you to learn more about this exceptional biodiversity, while at the same time taking in the sights and sounds of the best snorkelling sites in Tikehau. And, during the navigation off the atoll, you might even be able to take to the water to swim with the dolphins, conditions permitting! Ready to create some unforgettable memories of the beauty of the South Pacific seabed?

If so, don't wait any longer to join Raie Manta Diving on this superb snorkelling excursion in Tikehau! With a small group, you are sure to enjoy some magical moments in the atoll's clear, warm waters.

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