Published 03.16.2026

Top Activities in French Polynesia —
Sea, Land & Culture

Water — 9 lagoon tours, whale watching, jet ski Land — 7 safaris, ATV, guided tours, hiking Aerial — 3 helicopter, skydive, microlight

French Polynesia isn't just overwater bungalows. It's also an outstanding destination for scuba diving, surfing, mountain hiking, encounters with humpback whales, Polynesian cultural traditions and a distinctive local cuisine. This guide brings together every unmissable activity, organised by category — so you don't miss anything these islands have to offer.

Water 9 tours Lagoon, whales, jet ski, rays & sharks
Land 7 tours 4x4 safari, ATV, guided tours, hiking
Aerial 3 tours Helicopter, skydive, microlight
Whales Aug–Nov Moorea, Tahiti, Bora Bora tours
Most popular Lagoon tour Bora Bora & Moorea
Top thrill Skydive Moorea & Tahiti — 3,000m freefall
Free PDF guide Plan Your French Polynesia Trip — 10 Steps Complete checklist + recommended activities by island.

Water activities

Lagoon tour boat French Polynesia

Lagoon excursions — the number one activity across the islands, from Bora Bora to Moorea

Land activities

Tahiti viewpoint hiking panoramic view

Tahiti's belvedere — one of the island's finest views, reachable on foot

Aerial activities

mylittlepolynesia-travel-french-polynesia-bora-bora

About us

WELCOME !

👉 Here, we share our best travel experiences, insider tips, favorite spots, and authentic advice to explore French Polynesia with passion 💙 (Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, Huahine, the Marquesas, Tuamotu…)