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Waterfalls and Hiking in Tahiti

The inside of Tahiti is the part almost nobody sees, because the coast road stays on the coast. The Papenoo valley runs from the north shore up into the old volcanic crater on an unsealed track, past waterfalls and marae, and that track is the reason these tours exist: it needs four-wheel drive or a guide, not a hire car. Shorter walks reach waterfalls and the water gardens on the south coast.

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Ranked by the number of verified reviews, not by what anyone paid us. More than half of the most-booked trips start on Moorea, a 30 to 50 minute ferry ride from Papeete.

17 tours available · Sorted by number of verified reviews. Prices from GetYourGuide as of our last update. The current price and availability are shown on GetYourGuide before booking.

Moorea Cruise Ships: 4x4, Belvedere, Magic Mountain Pineapple

Moorea Cruise Ships: 4x4, Belvedere, Magic Mountain Pineapple

⏱ 4 hours · 4.6 (259)

A Moorea tour by 4WD makes it easy to visit the island's top attractions in just a few hours while your cruise ship is docked.\nHead out to the Belvedere, Magic Mountain, pi…

from €66 per person

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Tahiti Half-Day Small Group Circle Tour - Waterfalls & Caves

Tahiti Half-Day Small Group Circle Tour - Waterfalls & Caves

⏱ 4.5 hours · 4.7 (217)

Discover Tahiti on a half-day small-group circle tour. Enjoy an expert, passionate guide and a comfy AC minivan as you explore Mara’a Grotto, Faarumai Waterfalls, and scenic vie…

from €104.02 per person

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Tahiti Safari Islander Day Trip Expedition Discovery 4×4 Papenoo Maroto

Tahiti Safari Islander Day Trip Expedition Discovery 4×4 Papenoo Maroto

⏱ 7 hours · 4.8 (100)

Tahiti Safari Islander is dedicated to an authentic discovery of Tahiti, combining adventure, nature and Polynesian culture. The experience showcases the richness of the island&…

from €132 per person

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Moorea 4WD Tour: Magic Mountain, Belvedere, Pineapple Road.

Moorea 4WD Tour: Magic Mountain, Belvedere, Pineapple Road.

⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (99)

More than just a tour: discover Moorea with a passionate local guide through its breathtaking scenery, rich history, Polynesian legends, and must-see highlights on a 4WD safari.…

from €58 per person

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Moorea: 4WD Tour with Magic Mountain, Gardens & Distillery

Moorea: 4WD Tour with Magic Mountain, Gardens & Distillery

⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (61)

Explore the island of Moorea on a 4WD tour. Visit Magic Mountain, a vanilla plantation, a local liquor factory, and more.

from €55 per person

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Tahiti: West and East Coast Island Tour with Waterfalls

Tahiti: West and East Coast Island Tour with Waterfalls

⏱ 5 hours · 4.8 (41)

Explore the west and east coasts of Tahiti on a guided tour with a Native Tahitian. Visit the Marae Arahurahu, the Grottos of Maraa, the Botanical Garden Vaipahi, and the Faarum…

from €86 per person

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Moorea: 2-Hour Moorea Lagoon Tour, Coral Garden Visit, and Refreshments

Moorea: 2-Hour Moorea Lagoon Tour, Coral Garden Visit, and Refreshments

⏱ 2 hours · 5.0 (6)

Discover Moorea in a different way with our jet ski tours! Explore breathtaking landscapes, encounter marine life and experience thrills. Discovery and fun in an exceptional set…

from €197 per group up to 2

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Tahiti: Guided Hiking Tour in a Biodiversity Sanctuary with Swimming

Tahiti: Guided Hiking Tour in a Biodiversity Sanctuary with Swimming

⏱ 4 - 6 hours · 5.0 (5)

A 4-hour guided hiking tour in the heart of a 230-hectare private forest sanctuary, 40 minutes from Papeete – away from Tahiti's usual tourist routes.

from €84 per person

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Tahiti: Waterfalls, Black-Sand Beaches & Local Tastings

Tahiti: Waterfalls, Black-Sand Beaches & Local Tastings

⏱ 4.5 hours · 3.6 (5)

Discover Tahiti’s 6 must-see highlights, island stories, traditions and local life. You may also enjoy a special local moment, such as a product tasting or cultural immersion.

from €84 per person

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Moorea: Guided ATV Tour with Magic Mountain Views

Moorea: Guided ATV Tour with Magic Mountain Views

⏱ 3.5 hours · 4.0 (4)

Explore Mo'orea on a guided ATV tour. Drive through Cook’s Bay and the Paopao Valley, visit the school of agriculture for a jam and juice tasting, and ascend Magic Mountain…

from €187.31 per group up to 2

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Tahiti: Northeast Coast Waterfalls&Viewpoints Half Day Tour

Tahiti: Northeast Coast Waterfalls&Viewpoints Half Day Tour

⏱ 5 hours · 5.0 (4)

Explore Tahiti’s northeast coast on a guided tour from Papeete. Visit waterfalls, enjoy panoramic views, and discover the island’s rich history and culture.

from €533.68 per group up to 7

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Tahiti: Scenic Polynesian Day Tour with Waterfalls & Sacred Marae

Tahiti: Scenic Polynesian Day Tour with Waterfalls & Sacred Marae

⏱ 5 - 8 hours · 5.0 (3)

Discover Tahiti on a guided tour with Lydia who came for 3 days and married a Tahitian 30 years ago. See the black sand beach at Point Venus, and explore the Water Gardens of Va…

from €587.95 per group up to 8

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Moorea: Private photo shoot between the lagoon and the mountains

Moorea: Private photo shoot between the lagoon and the mountains

⏱ 1.5 hours · 5.0 (1)

Enjoy a photography experience in Moorea with a professional photographer. A sensitive and respectful approach where light enhances the bonds that unite you.

from €329 per group up to 6

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Tahiti: Educational Forest Walk & Nature Scavenger Hunt

Tahiti: Educational Forest Walk & Nature Scavenger Hunt

⏱ 3 hours · 5.0 (1)

The first educational forest in French Polynesia, to be explored at your own pace — a free, fun and immersive experience in the heart of a 230-hectare private estate, 40 minutes…

from €21 per person

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Tahiti: Hike in the Fautaua Valley

Tahiti: Hike in the Fautaua Valley

⏱ 6 hours 0

Explore the Fautaua Valley on a hiking tour through the heart of Tahiti's tropical nature, among lush forests, rivers and spectacular landscapes.

from €220 per person

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Tahiti: Guided Quad Biking Excursion – Swimming at Lake Vaihiria/Waterfalls/Fruit/Coconut

Tahiti: Guided Quad Biking Excursion – Swimming at Lake Vaihiria/Waterfalls/Fruit/Coconut

⏱ 3 hours 0

Explore the heart of Tahiti on a quad bike and discover the magnificent Vaihiria Valley. Your local guide will tell you about its legends and history, with a stop for a swim at…

from €250 per person

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Tahiti: Nature Immersion Day & Tree Planting – Sacred Valley

Tahiti: Nature Immersion Day & Tree Planting – Sacred Valley

⏱ 8 - 9.5 hours 0

A full day in a 230-hectare private forest sanctuary in the heart of the Sacred Valley of Mo'aroa—the most comprehensive and committed experience on the AOA estate.

from €209 per person

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Which waterfall tour suits whom?

Most of the eleven tours here fall into three kinds of day. The first is the vehicle tour, where a minivan or four-wheel drive carries you between stops. The half-day circle tour (4 h 30 min, from €101) and the west and east coast tour (5 hours, from €86) pass grottos, a marae and the Faarumai waterfalls. The Safari Islander day (7 hours, from €132) is the one built around the Papenoo track.

The second kind is on foot. The guided hike in a private forest sanctuary takes 4 hours and includes a swim, the Fautaua valley hike takes 6 hours (from €220), and the nature immersion day with tree planting runs 8 to 9.5 hours. These suit people who want to spend the day on their feet rather than at a window.

The third kind is the private tour, priced per group rather than per person: the northeast coast half day from €518 for up to seven people, the Polynesian day tour from €571 for up to eight. Families or friends sharing one vehicle can make that work; a couple will usually pay less in a shared minivan.

Before you book: The interior track is a river valley and closes or turns unpleasant after heavy rain, sometimes at short notice. That is not an operator being difficult; a ford that is passable in the morning may not be by afternoon. Book it early in your stay so a cancellation still leaves a second chance.

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Questions travellers actually ask

Which tour shows waterfalls without much walking?

The vehicle tours: the half-day circle tour and the west and east coast tour both list the Faarumai waterfalls and travel by minivan. How far you walk from the car park to each fall is not stated on the cards, so ask the operator if anyone in your group finds longer paths difficult.

Is the seven-hour Papenoo day worth it over a half-day tour?

It depends on what you want to see. The half-day tours stay on the coast and its nearby sights, while the Safari Islander day goes up the unsealed valley, which is the part you cannot reach in a hire car. If the interior is your reason for coming, take the longer one.

When does a private group tour make sense?

When you are four or more, or want your own schedule. The northeast coast tour costs from €518 for up to seven people and the Polynesian day tour from €571 for up to eight, so the price is the same however many join. For one or two travellers, a shared tour is cheaper.

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