Moorea Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cook\'s Bay featuring mountains and tranquil scenes
Moorea showing tranquil scenes
Moorea showing tropical scenes, a bay or harbour and general coastal views
Moorea which includes a lake or waterhole
Moorea which includes a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Snorkel in clear waters, ride on horseback through lush mountains and eat fresh fish in beachside restaurants in this peaceful island paradise. 

Moorea, with its dream-like scenery, French cuisine and tropical climate, almost seems too good to be true. Yet, it’s there, just 19 kilometres (12 miles) west of Tahiti, and waiting to be discovered. Read a book under a palm tree on a picture-perfect beach or visit the island’s breathtaking waterfalls, sacred mountains and charming Polynesian villages.

The triangular-shaped island of Moorea, pronounced Moe-oh-re-ah, is one of the Windward Islands. Moorea is smaller and less visited than Tahiti, which means you can still enjoy this South Pacific paradise without having to pay top prices.

Choosing which of the island’s pristine beaches and coves you want to visit first is your only challenge. Take your pick from black- or white-sand beaches and decide if you want to play in the waves or swim in sheltered bays. The main beaches are Cook’s Cove and Opunohu Bay. Go scuba diving, snorkelling or surfing around the island’s outer reefs. The sea life is abundant here, and you can see many colourful fish and marine mammals.

If you would rather stay dry, hike the island’s network of paths through the mountainous interior. Follow the Belvedere View track to the top and enjoy views of the shoreline as well as Mount Rotui and Mount Tohiea. Be sure to taste the local produce drink cocktails with pineapple juice or coconut water in one of the beachside bars and try Tahitian seafood dishes.

Get to Moorea on a cruise ship or yacht, by high-speed ferry or by plane from Pape’ete in Tahiti. Rent a scooter or car or take a LeTruck bus or minibus to explore the island. Tours include four-wheel drive expeditions and horse riding. Accommodation options range from campsites to upscale resorts.

It’s possible to visit Moorea just for one day, but it’s recommended to stay a few days to allow your body and mind to fully adapt to the slow pace on the island.

Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
BP 3410, TEMAE, MAHAREPA, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands
The price is Rp8.192.601 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp8.192.601
Rp9.686.224 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)
"Exelent!!!"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa
Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa
Papetoai, PK 14, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands
The price is Rp19.114.719 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp19.114.719
Rp22.765.471 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, catering and the staff was exceptional!"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa
Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
Bp 28 Maharepa, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp11.078.083 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
Rp11.078.083
Rp13.091.093 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (592 reviews)
"Over the water bungalow number 111, only 4 feet deep of water, lots of live coral reefs, no need to snorkel since you can see beautiful fishes from your deck. A little crackers can lure hundreds of fishes, dozens of species. The Saturday Polynesian buffet is amazing. They have baby pig, unicon fish, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Pk 26 Côté mer, Haapiti - Ile de, Moorea-Maiao
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (487 reviews)
"Place was great with our 2 kids. Parking right in front of bungalow. Beautiful beach access. Only downside was they do not change out shower towels they expect you to wash them and re-use. Also u need to request beach towels and they expect them back up at check out instead of in room. No cups for ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Pension Fare Maheata
Pension Fare Maheata
Pihaena Papetoai Pk 14,3 Côté Mer, 9872, Moorea-Maiao
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (79 reviews)
"Wonderful location, super quiet and very nice staff. Direct access to the lagoon with kayaks and Sups available. Breakfast included, on the beach with your feet in the water. That's where I'll go again next time. Mauruuru Roa."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Pension Fare Maheata
GREAT HOUSE BY MANAEVA LODGE
GREAT HOUSE BY MANAEVA LODGE
Lot Tetou Motu Temae, Moorea-Maiao, Îles du Vent
Stay at this holiday home in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Moorea Ferry Terminal and Toatea Lookout ...
"Confusing checking. House is not properly sealed, allowing mosquitoes and other insects inside."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

GREAT HOUSE BY MANAEVA LODGE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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