Excursion Moorea highlights tour at Moorea

Discover Moorea's religious past and natural beauty during a picturesque introduction to this exotic island paradise.

Opunohu Bay, Cook's Bay, Opunohu Valley, Maraes, Belvedere Viewpoint, Mount Rotui

Depart the tender pier for a scenic drive around the island and along Opunohu and Cook's Bays. Leaving the main road, travel through the fertile Opunohu Valley, site of numerous maraes, ancient stone temples. Around 500 of these structures have been identified in this area, proving that the valley was once inhabited by a people with a highly-developed social system long before Christianity arrived. A stop allows for a closer look at one of these temple ruins before continuing on the winding road to the Belvedere Viewpoint. This lookout offers splendid views and photo opportunities over much of Northern Moorea and Mount Rotui.

Next, your drive around this idyllic island resumes with more spectacular vistas before heading back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Opunohu Bay, Cook's Bay, Opunohu Valley, Maraes, Belvedere Viewpoint, Northern Moorea, Mount Rotui, La Ora viewpoint

Note

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of activity and is primarily a panoramic coach tour that offers a good overview of the island with only brief periods of walking. Some of the walkways to the marae are unpaved and guests should wear walking shoes to avoid tripping. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, able to get on and off the coach via steps. The coach is unable to accommodate wheelchairs. A restroom stop is offered at a local shop; euros, US dollars and Pacific Francs accepted for any souvenir purchases. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and insect repellent from the ship.