Itinerary Moorea

July is one of the very best times to visit Moorea: it’s the dry season with pleasant temperatures (24–28°C), low humidity, gentle breezes, and clear waters ideal for snorkelling and outdoor activities.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	2800 USD
🏨 Accommodations	2600 USD
🧳 Gear	700 USD
🗺️ On-site	800 USD
Total	6900 USD

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇵🇫 Moorea - 4 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Temae Beach ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Moorea's most beautiful public beach with powdery white sand and turquoise water — perfect for swimming and sunbathing; arrive early for best spots.

• [ ] 🌺 Belvedere Lookout ⭐⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Iconic panoramic viewpoint overlooking Opunohu & Cook's Bays — short walk from carpark. Tip: Visit in the morning for sweeping vistas without the crowds.

• [ ] 🌄 Magic Mountain ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Steep hike or tour by 4x4 to breathtaking summit views; a thrilling adventure for photos.

• [ ] 🌳 Three Coconut Trees Pass Trail ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • One of Moorea’s most scenic hikes with lush rainforest and ridge line views — guided tour recommended.

• [ ] 🥥 Opunohu Valley ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Famed for agriculture, pineapple fields, and archaeological sites. E-bike or guided ATV tour for a fun exploration.

• [ ] 🐬 Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour ⭐⭐⭐ (~4h)

  • July is whale-watching season! Join a luxury catamaran for a respectful approach to humpbacks and spinner dolphins.

• [ ] 🐠 Snorkelling Lagoon Tour ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Swim with rays and reef sharks in crystal-clear waters; luxury tours provide equipment and refreshments.

• [ ] 💦 Motu Picnic & Private Island Experience ⭐⭐ (~4h)

  • Take a boat to a secluded motu for a gourmet Polynesian lunch and relaxation.

• [ ] 🏞️ Toatea Lookout ⭐ (~1h)

  • Easy roadside panorama over Temae Beach and the lagoon; stunning at sunset.

• [ ] 🌴 Tiki Village ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Cultural site with local artisan workshops, traditional shows, and crafts.

• [ ] 🚴‍♂️ Island Biking/Road Tour ⭐ (~2h)

  • Rent e-bikes for a gentle ride around Moorea’s scenic perimeter road.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Toatea Bar – Sofitel Moorea ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Famous for overwater sunset cocktails and Polynesian tapas.

• [ ] 💆 Wellness Spa at Hilton Moorea ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Indulge in bespoke massages and Tahitian beauty rituals in a lagoon-view spa suite.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍣 Snack Mahana ⭐⭐⭐

  • Waterside local eatery renowned for its poisson cru (Tahitian marinated tuna), fresh seafood; expect 20–30 USD/meal.

• [ ] 🥗 Le Lezard Jaune Café ⭐⭐

  • Creative French-Polynesian cuisine, delicious desserts, charming service; upscale ($40+ main course).

• [ ] 🦞 Lilikoi Garden Café ⭐

  • Lush garden setting, vegan options, homemade ice cream, tropical juices.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏄‍♂️ Surfing at Ha'apiti (~2h)

  • For those interested in surfing Moorea’s famous reef breaks; lessons/bookings recommended.

• [ ] 🛍️ Ngatangiia Shopping Centre (~1h)

  • For high-end Tahitian crafts, pearls, and souvenirs.

• [ ] 🏝️ Coral Gardeners Tour (~2h)

  • Participate in coral restoration and eco-education.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇵🇫 Moorea

• [ ] 🎬 Moana (2016) — ⭐ 7.6 — Disney’s animated adventure inspired by Polynesian myths and landscapes. — Disney+
• [ ] 🎬 Love in Bora Bora (2018) — ⭐ 6.2 — Romantic escape set throughout French Polynesia, showcases local culture and resorts. — Prime Video
• [ ] 📺 Expedition Unknown: The Lost Tomb of the Mummy King (2019) — ⭐ 7.5 — Section on Moorea's ancient sites. — Discovery+
• [ ] 📺 Islands of the Pacific (2013) — ⭐ 8.0 — Documentary exploring the natural wonders of the Pacific, including Moorea. — BBC iPlayer

🍜 Local specialties

🇵🇫 Moorea

• [ ] Poisson cru (raw fish in coconut milk)
• [ ] Cheviche à la Tahitienne (Polynesian-style ceviche)
• [ ] Rotui pineapple juice
• [ ] Uru (breadfruit dishes)
• [ ] Grilled mahi-mahi with vanilla sauce

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇵🇫 Moorea

1. 🌤️ Temae Beach
2. 🌙 Toatea Bar – Sofitel Moorea
3. 🛍️ Ngatangiia Shopping Centre
4. 🏨 Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa
5. 🍽️ Snack Mahana

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Tahiti (Papeete, PPT)
• [ ] ⛴️ Papeete (Tahiti) → Moorea
• [ ] ⛴️ Moorea → Papeete (Tahiti)
• [ ] ✈️ Tahiti (PPT) → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Moorea	4	Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa OR Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort	2600 USD
Total	4 nights		2600 USD