Tahiti · French Polynesia — -17.53°N, 149.57°W

Boat rental in Papeete: observed prices, with or without a license

Papeete (Tahiti) is a gateway to cruising French Polynesia: Moorea, Huahine, Bora-Bora and the lagoons of the Leeward Islands. Boat-Comparator compares the rental platforms' offers live.

Boats available in Papeete, live

Boataround, SamBoat, Click&Boat and GlobeSailor queried right now, sorted by price. You book on the platform, with no added fees.

Our readings in Papeete. At the 2026-10-20 reading (for a day out on 2026-11-19), 52 offers were published in Papeete: the cheapest at €171, the median at €634 per day. Median by type: RIB €364, motorboat €351, sailboat €359, catamaran €818, license-free boat €508. License-free boat rental in Papeete: observed median €508/day. Method and full figures →

Papeete's waters, in practice

The Tahiti lagoon behind its reef, with Moorea’s outline some ten miles off. Wind-wise: the south-east trade wind — the maraamu — freshening markedly in the austral winter.

Departures, day-trip classics and season

Departures: the Taina marina at Punaauia and Papeete harbour. The local classics: Cook’s and Opunohu bays on Moorea, the lagoon passes and the coral gardens. High season: from May to October, the South Pacific dry season.

How it works

One search, four catalogues: Boat-Comparator queries Boataround, SamBoat, Click&Boat and GlobeSailor at the same moment, gathers the boats available in Papeete and sorts them by real price. Booking then happens with the operator, under its guarantees — free, no account.

Not sure which platform to trust? Read our comparison and our detailed reviews: Click&Boat, SamBoat, Boataround, GlobeSailor.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a boat rental cost in Papeete?

At the 2026-10-20 reading (for a day out on 2026-11-19), 52 offers were published in Papeete: the cheapest at €171, the median at €634 per day. Median by type: RIB €364, motorboat €351, sailboat €359, catamaran €818, license-free boat €508. Boat-Comparator compares the real prices published by the platforms at the time of your search.

Do I need a license to rent a boat in Papeete?

In French Polynesia (French law), motorboats rent license-free up to 6 hp (4.5 kW); above that, the French coastal license or an equivalent title is required. Sail needs no license at all. Operators check papers at the pontoon — if in doubt about a specific model, ask for the engine's real power before booking.

Which platforms list boats in Papeete?

Boat-Comparator queries Boataround, SamBoat, Click&Boat and GlobeSailor live, showing price, photo, rating and booking link for every offer.

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