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ITINERARY

Join Insider Divers to Moorea in French Polynesia and get in the water with the funniest of all whales - the humpback whale. Moorea is one of the best places in the world to get close to mothers and calves as the babies explore their new world. Interactions are very common and personal. This trip is in cooperation with our friends of Seasick Productions.

DATES

11/10 to 18/10/2025

THE WHALES

Weighing up to a ton and measuring about the length of a Volkswagen bus, being in the water with a baby humpback whale is a breathtaking experience . The mother, weighing more than 30 tons and reaching a maximum length of 16m is even more a sight while she gently keeps an eye on baby humpback interacting with the divers.

 

When people recount their first-time swimming with whales in Moorea, they describe it as an almost magical or surreal experience. There are very few places in the world where people can still swim with humpback whales. These majestic creatures come to the islands of Tahiti from August to October to birth their young and the normally calm clear waters are perfect for whale watching.

THE ACTIVITIES

Seasick and Insider Divers have selected Moorea’s leader in VIP humpback snorkeling excursions. operator has a government license to conduct whale swimming and has worked over the past decade with several marine biologists who specialize in cetacean research in French Polynesia.

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During your week with us, you will spend 5 days out on the open ocean looking for humpback whales and taking in the drop-dead beautiful scenery. This is a raw and real experience, and one for the adventurous at heart. In-water encounters are not always easy but should be possible every day, but we will do our best to get you close to these 16m behemoths.

 

It is important to note that these encounters are special and cannot be predicted. We will get you the best possible changes for interaction but by no means can it be guaranteed.

THE TRIP

Hosted by award winning photographer Simon Lorenz you will be going out every day for up to 8 hours. Each boat will also have a naturalist on the boat. Our small group will enter the water in even smaller groups of 4-5 people in the water minimizing the swimmers in the water when we encounter whales. 
 

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Our accommodation

moorea Sunset beach 

Relax after your dives in this luxury resort

Features

- 4 stars 

- Breakfast included

- Private room with balcony

- Air-condition

- Wifi

- Huge pool

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YOUR INSIDER on this trip

Simon Lorenz

Simon is an underwater photographer and journalist who speaks 6 languages, and has dived on 6 continents. He aims to create group trip experiences with special extras, such as diving unusual sites, with unique animals or talks with local experts. A scuba instructor as well as photography teacher he offers additional training during trips.

On this trip Simon will hosts talks on Manta Rays and Sharks as well as how to best photograph them. 

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19/10 to 27/10/2025

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SL

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Tonga was my third Insider Divers trip and they just keep getting better! This particular trip was an absolute dream come true: experiencing the humpbacks, especially the young calves and mothers is just unforgettable. From the moment I touched down in Tonga to the day I left, there was not a single detail I had to worry about as this was all expertly arranged by Simon and his team. Simon’s attention to detail is one of the many things that sets IDs trips apart from others, resulting in an amazing experience for us guests. As an added bonus Simon has shared his stunning photos with us to remember this incredible week. I was a solo traveller and it is always a pleasure to spend a trip with likeminded people. Cannot wait to feed my ID addiction and head back into the water soon!

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KITTIE

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I just got back from Humpback whales excursions in Tonga with Insider Divers, and it was truly unforgettable! Simon gave us an experience, and GORGEOUS photos, that I will treasure for the rest of my life! He also made sure we were well taken care of every single day! Currently dreaming of their Socorro trip for the future!

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JADE

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This was my first open water trip. I had snorkelled before but was new to multi day trips and liveaboards. Can honestly say this was one of the best experiences of my life start to finish. I had been to Tromsø before and had seen orcas from the comfort of a rib boat but hadn’t ventured into the water. My very good friend convinced me that this was a trip we should do and once I did some research I was in! I did extensive swimming lessons (25 or so hours) and did an AIDA 2 freediving course in advance so I felt ready and we went with the freediving suits 7mm. It was cold but the freedom of movement was awesome.

Simon was extremely communicative in advance and really put my mind at ease as I was a little worried intially about how experienced I was. Turns out I was definitely in the middle of the group in terms of ability and that was actually perfect.

The boat itself was so fun. The crew were lovely. I can 100% recommend Inside Divers and Simon (dont do the rest of the review)

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