Mo’orea holidays

Sit back and enjoy the view with a cocktail in hand, stroll along the beach at sunset, or get into the water and discover the rich marine life surrounding your island paradise. Rent an e-bike, scooter, or car and drive the island's scenic coastal road. Hike to find tucked-away waterfalls cascading into rock pools, perfect for swimming. Take a 4WD safari to find Tahitian temples and coral gardens. Climb Mount Rotui, Magic Mountain, or Belvedere Lookout, passing jungle villages and pineapple plantations, to enjoy panoramic views of the entire island.

Uncover Mo’orea’s farming industry and taste the freshest fruit and jams at Lycée Agricole d'Opunohu. Get up close with sea creatures at Te Mana O Te Moana rescue centre, discover island art in Papetoai village, or immerse yourself in Polynesian traditions at Tiki Village Cultural Centre.

Feel as though you’re on a movie set when you push your toes into the sand of your favourite Mo’orea beach. Relax as vendors serve fresh cocktails straight to your lounger from lunchtime to long after sunset leaving you nothing to do but enjoy views of the mountain peaks above, the blue lagoon at your feet, and the people passing by.

Enjoy live music drifting on the breeze at Temae Beach. Or skip the crowds and relax on the narrow white sand of Tiahura Beach. Whether on a protected hotel shore or public sands, you’ll feel safe, comfortable, and completely at ease on any Mo’orea beach you choose.

No matter whether you leap into the water from your overwater bungalow, or cruise on a luxury catamaran, Mo’orea’s lagoon is a landscape ripe for exploration. Paddle across the surface in a glass bottom kayak and watch the marine world passing beneath your seat.

Snorkel gently beside the beach or take it to the next level and explore remote reefs on a sea scooter tour. Sail around the island at sunset with a cocktail in hand, explore hidden bays and move among dolphins and turtles on a jet-ski safari, or dive in to swim with whales, sharks, and rays.

Consistent average temperatures of 26°C to 28°C and sunny days throughout the year mean there is never a bad time to visit Mo’orea and French Polynesia. The long winter season, from May to October, is the best time to visit the island as the days are dry and humidity is at its lowest. June to August are the busiest months and flexible travellers seeking to arrive at quieter times will enjoy the transition months of November and April where the weather is usually still consistent but Mo’orea experiences fewer visitors.

Summer, from December to March, is slightly hotter but experiences significantly increased rainfall. Great off-season savings can be enjoyed and most showers are short and heavy but weather can be unpredictable throughout and cyclones, though rare, are not unknown during this time.