Our story
Ninamu Oceanic Tour is a family storyNinamu,
the blue ocean
In Tahitian, Ninamu refers to the color blue.
Manu, the founder of Ninamu Oceanic Tour, associates this blue with the ocean.
It is an immersion in this captivating environment that we propose to you. You will appreciate the beauty of the lagoon as well as the depth of the Pacific Ocean, not to mention the impressive coral reefs. You will guess every nuance of this blue that makes us dream so much.
Safety
All the members of the crew are certified captains and guides and also lifeguard by their training.
Our crew
Tevaite and Troy will also welcome you as guides and captains, and are close friends of the family.
All members of the team are certified local captains and guides with years of experience and extensive knowledge of the marine environment, who have been working for years in collaboration with professionals in the field.
But above all, they are passionate, accomplished naturalists who are eager to share their knowledge with you and provide you with unforgettable experiences. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have about marine animals and life in Moorea.
On every tour offered by Ninamu Oceanic Tour, you will always be supervised by a captain responsible for your safety on the boat and a snorkeling guide who will ensure your safety in the water.
With Manu, Vaimana, Tevaite, and Troy, you will feel safe and secure.
Manu,
certified captain and guide
Originally from Moorea, Manu has spent hours roaming the Moorea lagoon on fishing trips and kiteboarding sessions. He will take you swimming in unsuspected places!
Manu has worked for many years as a captain for other whale watching companies. It is a job he discovered in 2018 and in which he felt a real fulfillment. This feeling invades him as soon as he leaves the land to sail and go to meet the whales.
It is this infatuation that drove him to imagine Ninamu Oceanic Tour. Do what he loves and share it with you.
Vaimana,
certified captain and guide
Vaimana followed in the footsteps of his father Manu. Growing up in Moorea, they shared a common passion for the ocean. Vaimana has a special connection with the sea.
From a very young age, he learned to love and respect the ocean, making it his playground. Today, Vaimana is an experienced captain, guide, fisherman, surfer, sailor and kiter.
He will be able to accompany you and to put you in confidence during your launches. He will be able to tell you about his island and the treasures it contains.
Tevaite,
certified captain and guide
Originally from Tahiti, Tevaite discovered the lagoon of Moorea with Manu and Vaimana, developing a passion for the marine world. Calm and reassuring, Tevaite takes care of her swimmers, whether beginners or experienced, adapting to their physical level and apprehensions to ensure a pleasant and safe experience.
Encountering a humpback whale is an absolutely unique moment. It emphasizes the importance of staying humble and grateful for those who have the chance to experience it.
Troy,
certified captain
A true control tower when it comes to communication between captains during whale season, he will guide you to the right spot. Calm and passionate, he embodies the humility and precision of an experienced captain.
His connection to the ocean is important, based on respect, sharing, and the connection between humans, the ocean, and animals. With Troy on board, every trip is safe, peaceful, and filled with a deep understanding of the marine world.