Coral Gardens

Overview

Coral Gardens is a breathtaking underwater snorkeling and diving spot located in the crystal-clear waters of Moorea's lagoon. It is renowned for its vibrant coral formations and diverse marine life, offering an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts.

Coral Gardens is significant for its rich biodiversity and the opportunity it provides to observe coral reefs and marine life in their natural habitat.

Snorkeling Diving

Location

Address

Moorea

Neighborhood: Cook's Bay

Coordinates

-17.543900, -149.850600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$50

Children

$25

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June

Best Time of Day

Morning

Clear waters, fewer boats

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

Half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

Warm

• Clear waters
• Vibrant coral

summer

Warm

• Warm water

autumn

Pleasant

• Calm waters

winter

Cool

• Cooler water

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book a guided tour
Bring your own snorkel gear
Check weather conditions

What to Bring

essential

Snorkel gear Sunscreen Towel

seasonal

Wetsuit Rash guard

not allowed

Harassing marine life Touching corals

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: Moderate

• Strong currents
• Marine life safety

Medical facilities: First aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

Cash, Credit cards

Currency

CFP Franc (XPF)

Typical Costs

tour $80

gear rental $20

boat transfer $30

Dress Code

Swimwear, Quick-dry clothing, Water shoes, Glass containers

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• Local tour operators
• 24 hours
• Private tours

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Moorea Tours

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Tour bookings, Weather updates

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Tour boats, Beach areas

Charging Stations: Tour boats

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Moorea Airport

Distance: 5 km

Travel Time: 10 minutes

taxi

$20 10 min

public_transport

$3 15 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

bus

$2 10 min

taxi

$10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Pristine beauty, cultural significance

Historical Significance: Important for local fishing communities

Insider Tips

Best visibility in the morning
Local guides know the best spots

Local Recommendations

• Try local fruit
• Ask for guide Pierre

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Ia orana

thank_you Maururu

where_is E aha

how_much E hau mea

beautiful Mauruuru

ticket Tiketi

Guide Languages: French, English, Polynesian

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Snorkel site

Best Time: Morning

Tips: Wide-angle shots

Result: Stunning underwater photos

#snorkeling #moorea

Photography Rules

allowed areas Designated snorkel areas

prohibited areas Restricted zones

flash photography Allowed

commercial photography Permit needed

drone policy Prohibited

tripod policy Not applicable

selfie sticks Allowed

Nearby Attractions

Moorea Lagoon

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Natural

Belmare Marina

Distance: 500m

Walking: 10 min

Type: Marina

Reviews

4.7

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book a guided tour"
"Visit in the morning"
"Bring a waterproof camera"

Contact Information

+689 89 67 00 00

info@mooreatours.com

www.mooreatours.com

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