Beach · Oceania
Moorea
French Polynesia
A heart-shaped island in French Polynesia, a short ferry ride from Tahiti. Jagged green peaks rise above a lagoon with overwater bungalows and whale watching in season.
Best time to visit Moorea
The best time to visit Moorea is May to October.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- Beach
- Region
- Oceania
- Budget
- $$$$ (expensive)
- Time zone
- Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10 in January)
- Coordinates
- 17°32′S 149°50′W
Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org.
Known for
Explore Moorea on the map →Moorea travel questions
When is the best time to visit Moorea?
The best time to visit Moorea is May to October.
How expensive is Moorea?
Moorea is expensive: $$$$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Moorea known for?
Moorea is known for overwater bungalows, lagoon and whale watching. A heart-shaped island in French Polynesia, a short ferry ride from Tahiti. Jagged green peaks rise above a lagoon with overwater bungalows and whale watching in season.
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