French Polynesia, Sept 21-27, 2026 (5 swim days / 6 nights)

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French Polynesia, Sept 21-27, 2026 (5 swim days / 6 nights)
Outer Islands, French Polynesia
Sep 21 - 27, 2026
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$5,150
Deposit: $500

About this trip

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Experience the incredible beauty and majesty of swimming with humpback whales.

Our small group sizes ensure plenty of time in the water and a variety of encounters — from mothers with calves and playful juveniles to singers and the occasional visit from dolphins or pilot whales. Throughout the week, we’ll share many unforgettable moments together, eating, swimming, and spending full days out on the boat exploring the ocean.

What's included

5 Days on the Water

A dedicated space for you on the boat with our experienced captain and crew.

Accommodation

6 nights in a comfortable house or hotel near the beach.

Meals

Three meals per day are provided. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions/allergies.

Airport Pick-up

We’ll meet you at the airport on your arrival day and drive you to your accommodation.

Airport Drop-off

On your departure day, we’ll take you from your accommodation back to the airport.

What's not included

Flights

Guests are responsible for booking their own flights to and from French Polynesia.

Gear

Please bring your own mask, snorkel, and fins, or anything else you might need (e.g., a weight belt).

Other Activities

You the evenings to explore on your own.

Alcohol

Alcoholic beverages are not included.

Arrival Day

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Welcome to Rurutu (Monday)

Fly in on your domestic flight from Tahiti. Transportation will be arranged to pick you up from the airport on the island and take you to your accommodation. After you’ve had some time to settle in, we’ll have a welcome dinner together, along with a brief orientation to prepare for the days ahead.


Note: This will be the first date of your selected trip

Whale Swim Days

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5 days on the Water (Tuesday to Saturday)

You’ll spend 5 days on the water with an experienced local captain and crew helping us find the whales. Breakfasts will be home-cooked at our accommodation, and we’ll enjoy lunch on the boat. Dinners will be shared at the house or at a local restaurant.

Each day, you’ll also have free time in the late afternoon to relax or explore the island.


Note: If weather limits our time on the boat, we will prepare activities on the island.

Depature Day

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Leaving the Island (Sunday)

Enjoy a final breakfast before your local flight back to Tahiti. You’ll arrive in Tahiti in the afternoon and continue on to your next destination.


Note: This day marks the last day of your selected trip.

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1. Outer Islands, French Polynesia

Outer Islands, French Polynesia

About your organizer

Dance with Whales is dedicated to getting people into the water and connecting with the amazing wildlife that surrounds us. Swimming with humpback whales, sperm whales, marlins, sea lions, and a plethora of other animals is a transformative experience. We strive to share this experience in an intimate, respectful, and engaging way. We run trips in Tonga, French Polynesia, Dominica, and Mexico

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