Swimming with sharks and rays in Moorea: the complete guide
Where to swim with blacktip sharks and stingrays in Moorea, is it safe, when to go and how to book a lagoon tour. Everything you need to know.
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All-Inclusive Vacation in Moorea: Diving and Excursion Packages
All-inclusive vacation in Moorea: no all-inclusive resorts, but packages that include lodging, diving, and excursions. What’s included and how to choose the right one.
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Cost of Living in Tahiti in 2026: Prices, Food Budget, and Meals in Moorea
Cost of Living in Tahiti in 2026: Food Prices, RVs, Restaurants, and Groceries in Moorea Compared to France, Plus a Tip to Save €235.
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Artist in Residence 2027
Each year, Cook's Bay hosts an artist-in-residence for a stay, so they can share their perspective and expertise with our guests. It’s a new way to experience
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Moorea Diving: Best Diving Spots & How to Plan Your Dives
Diving in Moorea: Discover the best dive sites, marine life, dive centers to choose from, and our tips—from first-time divers to experienced divers.
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An Extraordinary Breakfast Experience in Moorea
Starting this year, our breakfast is à la carte rather than a set menu. The idea is simple: everyone can customize their breakfast based on what they’re in
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Moorea or Bora Bora: Which Polynesian Island Should You Choose?
Moorea or Bora Bora? Compare the two islands in terms of their lagoons, cost, atmosphere, and accessibility, and find out which one is worth visiting on your first trip to Polynesia.
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Weather in Moorea: Is the Rainy Season a Myth or Reality?
Weather in Moorea: temperatures, rain, water, seasons… Find out, month by month, the best time to visit and avoid unpleasant surprises.
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Sydney to Tahiti: The New Direct Flight to Discover Moorea
Air Tahiti Nui flies non-stop from Sydney to Papeete from 14 December 2026: about 8 hours, twice a week. Until then, it takes more than 11 hours via Auckland. Our tips for...
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Flights to Tahiti: how to get to Moorea from the airport
Paris–Tahiti: 21 to 22 hours with a stopover, 3 airlines (Air Tahiti Nui, Air France, French Bee). Then 10 minutes by plane or 30 to 50 minutes by ferry to Moorea.
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Tahiti to Moorea Ferry: 2026 Schedules, Prices and Tips
Papeete to Moorea by ferry: 30 to 50 min, 3 companies, about 1,500 to 1,900 XPF one way. No night boat: landing after 3 p.m.? Read this before you book.
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When Is the Best Time to Visit Moorea and French Polynesia? Advice from Locals
May to October for sun and whales. November, December, February and March for warm water, fewer crowds and up to 30% off. Straight from our team in Moorea.
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