Cook's Bay

Cook's Bay cuts dramatically into Moorea's northern coast, framed by towering emerald peaks that plunge straight into turquoise waters—a postcard-perfect crescent where Captain Cook once anchored his vessels. The bay offers excellent opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and spotting tropical fish in shallow coral gardens, while the surrounding lush valleys hint at ancient Polynesian settlement. Local outrigger canoe tours and dolphin-watching expeditions depart regularly, letting you experience the bay's marine life and dramatic geology up close.