WILDAURA

Choosing the right gear is a key step for a successful whale swimming experience in French Polynesia. After years of guiding expeditions, we’ve identified the essentials to stay comfortable, efficient, and fully present in the water allowing you to focus on the magic of the encounter rather than technical issues.

In the crystal-clear waters of Polynesia lies a magical secret: a sanctuary for humpback whales. Each year, these ocean giants travel vast distances to reach this haven of warmth and tranquility. Here, they bring new life into the world, creating a breathtaking spectacle.​ ​ The humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) is a marine mammal belonging to the cetacean order. Like all marine mammals, it breathes air at the ocean surface through its blowhole, the respiratory opening