In French Polynesia, a sailing canoe outing isn’t just an activity — it’s a journey through time. It’s a deep immersion into our history, our traditions, and our profound connection with the ocean and the elements.
Want to explore the fenua differently? Come discover traditional Polynesian navigation with Moana Explorer in Arue (and in Taha’a) or with Vaapiti in Moorea. You’ll learn to sail a traditional canoe and master ancestral techniques — a skill passed down through generations, and the beating heart of our culture. Trust me, it’s an experience you’ll never forget!
Why go on a sailing canoe excursion?
Sailing in a traditional canoe means reliving the great Polynesian migrations — those incredible navigators who crossed thousands of kilometers of open ocean. This is more than just a sea outing; it’s a cultural experience where you’ll learn the fundamentals of traditional Polynesian navigation while reconnecting with nature’s elements.
Ready to feel it? Let yourself be guided by Moana Explorer or Vaapiti and discover the magic of the ocean through the eyes of true experts.
In French Polynesia, a trip in a sailing canoe is not just an activity, it is a journey through time, a total immersion in our history, our traditions, our deep connection with the ocean and the elements.
Want to explore the Fenua in a different way? Come discover traditional Polynesian navigation with Moana Explorer in Arue (and Taha’a) or with Vaapiti in Moorea. You’ll learn how to handle a sailing canoe and ancestral techniques, a skill passed down for thousands of years, which is the heart of our culture. And believe me, this experience will stay with you for life!
Why go on a sailing canoe outing?
Sailing in a sailing canoe means reliving the history of Polynesian migrations, these exceptional navigators who traveled thousands of kilometers at sea. It’s a journey that goes far beyond a simple sea trip, it’s a cultural immersion where you will learn the basics of traditional Polynesian navigation, while connecting with the natural elements.
Tu veux ressentir cette sensation ? Laisse-toi guider par Moana Explorer ou Vaapiti et découvre la magie de l’Océan à travers les yeux d’experts.
Vaapiti in Moorea: A Sailing Outing on a Double-Hull Canoe
Step aboard a traditional double-hull sailing canoe, designed by Captain Raphaël, and let the wind guide you. Learn the basics of navigation, explore sandbanks, coral reefs, and motu, swim with rays and sharks, and dive into Moorea’s fascinating legends. This excursion is open to everyone — no sailing experience required.
*Pick-up available (free depending on location)
Available excursions:
- Half-day tour (duration: 4–5h)
> 10,000 XPF/adult | 6,000 XPF/child
- Private tour (duration: 4h30–5h, extendable)
> From 48,000 XPF
Tailor-made experience: sailing, fishing, surfing, snorkeling, celebrations…
- Sunset tour (duration: 3h)
> 9,000 XPF/adult | 5,000 XPF/child
Vaapiti in Moorea: a trip in a double sailing canoe
Embark on a double-handed sailing canoe, designed by your captain, Raphaël, and let the wind carry you away. Learn the basics of navigation, explore sandbars, reefs, and motu, swim with rays and sharks, and immerse yourself in the fascinating legends of Moorea.
🚣♂️ Excursions available:
🔹 Half day (duration: 4-5 hours)
> 10,000F/adult | 6,000F/child
🔹 Private outing (duration: 4.5-5 hours, extendable)
>From 48,000F
Tailor-made experience: sailing, fishing, surfing, snorkeling, partying…
🔹 Sunset (duration: 3 hours)
> 9,000F/adult | 5,000F/child
🌊 On board :
Tasting of local specialties (juices, seasonal fruits)🚐 Pick-up possible (offered depending on distance)
Contact : vaapiti@gmail.com | 📞 +689 87 21 29 95 / 🌐 vaapiti.com
About the author
Ruben Chang is passionate about his homeland, his fenua, the sounds and stories that move him. Creator of tahiti-agenda.com in 2007 and front-end developer for the REDSOYU agency, he explores the cultures, technologies and stories that link the islands on a daily basis.