Bora Bora Private Combo: Jet Ski Tour and Eco Shark & Ray Safari

Bora Bora’s turquoise lagoon is the setting for Moana Adventure Tours’ private Combo: a three-hour shark-and-ray eco-safari aboard a Cap Camarat 25 ft, followed by a guided two-hour jet-ski circuit around the island. The trip begins at 9:00 AM and marries low-impact wildlife encounters with high-adrenaline exploration, ideal for travelers who want both marine education and speed.

On the eco-safari portion, guides emphasize a strict no-feeding policy and coral protection, so encounters with gray rays, leopard rays, mantas and blacktip reef sharks happen on the animals’ terms. You’ll step into waist-deep water, feel the warm sand underfoot and float with tropical fish in clear shallows while your guide explains species behavior and safe approaches. Stops include the Jardin de Corail, where dense coral bommies and branching corals shelter multicolored reef fish and occasionally reveal moray eels in crevices. The experience is intimate and private: the Cap Camarat 25 fts platform gives space to observe, snorkel and ask questions.

After a midday lunch—usually arranged at Bloody Mary’s (closed Sundays) or Fare Manuia when needed—the afternoon switches gears. Two hours on a guided jet-ski circuit takes you around Bora Bora’s outer reef and past motu islets. Routes are adapted for beginners and experienced riders alike, with a motu stop for photos, snorkeling or a quiet beach stretch. The rhythm of throttle and tide makes the island feel both immediate and vast.

This combo stands apart in Bora Bora because it pairs a conservation-minded wildlife safari with a private, customizable jet-ski tour. It’s a practical choice for small groups or families who want a single-day, varied water experience with a local guide who knows animal patterns and sheltered lagoon passages. Practical notes: jet-ski drivers must be at least 16 years old and accompanying guests at least 11; tours run Monday–Saturday (expanding to Sunday as of 20/01/20); the company aims to minimize reef impact and educate visitors.

Expect bright reef rock, staghorn and brain corals at Jardin de Corail, occasional sightings of turtles, dolphins or whales depending on season, and warm, clear water ideal for snorkeling. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a lightweight rashguard, a waterproof camera and a readiness to switch from quiet observation to fast open-water riding in a single unforgettable day.

Guides carry snorkel gear, flotation aids and a basic first-aid kit; guests should bring towels, a change of clothes and any prescription medications. The private format means you set the pace and ask detailed naturalist questions, from identifying coral species like staghorn and table coral to learning how currents shape the lagoon’s sandbanks. Because the tour avoids feeding wildlife and limits time in sensitive patches, it supports long-term reef health while giving visitors close, responsible views of an island ecosystem few get.