Private Snorkeling Tour Bora Bora

Private Snorkeling Tour Bora Bora, Your Boat, Your Guide, Your Day

Your own boat, your own naturalist guide, and an itinerary built around what you actually want to see

This is the private snorkeling tour for guests who want the Bora Bora lagoon on their own terms. Your group, your boat, a naturalist guide who adapts the itinerary to the weather, your interests, and how you feel on the day. No fixed route, no strangers on board, no rushing past a manta ray because the guide has to keep to a schedule.

The base price covers two people and the boat takes up to eight, so families and larger groups can join at an additional cost per person. Snorkeling equipment, beach towels, snacks, water, and soft drinks are all included. The guide is a naturalist, not just a boat driver, which means you learn something about what you are seeing rather than just floating past it.

Booked an average of 96 days in advance, the longest lead time of any tour on this site. If you are planning a special trip to Bora Bora, book this first.

How the tour works

Three and a half hours, fully adapted to your group on the day.

1. 01
   Pickup from your hotel. The team confirms your pickup time and location by email after booking. If your accommodation is not on the standard pickup list, let them know and they will arrange it. Confirmation is instant at booking.
2. 02
   Your guide plans the day. Before setting off, your naturalist guide discusses what you want to see, how experienced you are in the water, and what the conditions are like. The route is built around that conversation, not a printed schedule.
3. 03
   Snorkeling at the best spots for that day. Coral gardens, stingray areas, manta ray cleaning stations, shark spots, eagle ray zones. Your guide knows where the marine life is on any given morning and takes you there. Snorkeling equipment is provided.
4. 04
   Snacks and return. Snacks, water, and soft drinks are served on board. The boat returns you to your pickup point at the end of the three and a half hours.

What’s included

Who is this tour for

• Honeymooners. The operator specifically designs this for couples who want a unique and personalised experience. No strangers, no fixed stops, and a guide who understands what makes a day memorable.
• Families who want undivided attention. Up to 8 passengers on one boat, with a naturalist guide who adapts to the pace and interests of the whole group including children.
• Anyone who has done the group tours and wants more. You have snorkeled with the sharks and stingrays. Now do it with a guide who can tell you why the manta rays are at that spot and what they are doing there.
• Guests celebrating something. The private format and the flexible itinerary make this the right tour for anniversaries, proposals, and any occasion that deserves more than a shared boat.

Is this tour good for families?

Yes, and it is one of the best private options for families in Bora Bora. The boat takes up to 8 passengers so the whole family goes together. The naturalist guide adapts the pace and the stops to what works for your children on the day. Infants sit on laps. For families with young children who are not confident snorkelers, the guide can focus on shallower, calmer spots. Browse family tours in Bora Bora for other options.

Good to know before you book

• Book 96 days ahead on average. The longest lead time of any tour on this site. If this is on your list, book it before anything else.
• Base price covers 2 people. Additional passengers up to 8 can be added at extra cost. Contact the operator after booking to arrange this.
• Specify your accommodation at booking. If your hotel is not on the standard pickup list, note it in the booking and the team will sort the logistics.
• Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a rash guard. Three and a half hours in the open Pacific sun is a long time. Reef-safe sunscreen protects the coral you are there to see.
• Bring an underwater camera. A naturalist guide who knows where the marine life is gives you better photo opportunities than a standard group tour.
• Weather dependent. Cancelled in poor weather with a full refund or alternative date offered.
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with back problems, heart conditions, or serious medical conditions.