French Polynesia declared itself a Marine Mammal Sanctuary in 2002 offering protection to all of the 16 species of Whales and Dolphins found here. The lagoon and ocean surrounding Moorea, French Polynesia is warm and clear, making it one of the best places in the world to swim with and observe Humpback Whales in the mating and nursery areas.
Soft-in-Water Encounters is the accepted term for the legal technique of swimming with the whales. This ensures that everyone safeguards the integrity of the humpback whales at all times. Mo'orea is one of only places in the world where it is legal to swim with wild whales.
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Anne Gordon is your host for this once in a lifetime experience. Anne is an experienced Humpback whale watching guide, as well as a Whale Wisdom Expert and Certified Dolphin Energy Healer.
Whale and Dolphin Wisdom Retreats
6 days of swimming with the whales. Each day we will go out for a 5 hours to meet the whales. The whales are often found within minutes of leaving the island. We will spend as much time as possible with the whales. We practice respectful, responsible whale watching practices, always give the whales the choice and control over our encounters.
Besides the gentle Humpback whales, it is very likely we will also see Spinner and Roughtooth dolphins and even Pilot whales, if possible, we will swim with them too. Near our hotel is a beautiful coral reef where we can swim with friendly stingrays and harmless reef sharks too!
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Joan has been deemed “Celebrity Animal Communicator” in an AMC Channel documentary, Joan has been featured in dozens of media outlets including The Hollywood Reporter, “Pet Nation” on Dateline NBC, Today on NBC, Good Morning America on ABC, Animal Planet, the National Enquirer, and the Los Angeles Times.
Photos taken on our previous retreats.
Are you ready to dive deep into connection with the Humpback whales in Mo'orea?
October Price: $6,995* (10 participants)
Save $500 when you Pay in Full!
+ these Bonuses:
1 Private Whale Energy Healing session
1 Private Whale Speak session
$1,495 non-refundable deposit to reserve your space
Prices based on Double Occupancy
Single rates available
Space is limited 10 guests maximum each week
Confirm your space now with a non-refundable deposit or pay in full.
October 2-9
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October 10-17
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Both October weeks Oct. 2-17 $12,995
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* All payments nonrefundable
Final payment due:
July 1 , 2026 for October Retreats
She will eagerly share with you her insights, knowledge and wisdom she has learned from the whales in her years with them. Anne will lead guided meditations to meet your very own whale spirit guide as well as Dolphin Energy Healing sessions for the group.
Anne has been swimming with Humpback whales for years in Panama. She knows how to swim with them respectfully and draw them in for the most incredible encounters possible.
Whale Magic in Mo'orea
Swim with Humpback Whales
with Special Guest Co-leader, Joan Ranquet
October 2- 9 &/or Oct. 10-17 (Large group, 10 people maximum)
Check out our Small group (5 people max.) weeks August 22-29 or October 20-27, 2026
Have you dreamed of swimming in crystal clear waters of the South Pacific with Humpback whales? Here is your opportunity to join Whale Wisdom Expert and Dolphin Energy Healer, Anne Gordon on this trip of a lifetime. You will spend 6 nights and 7 days on the tropical island of Mo'orea, a short ferry ride from Tahiti. Each day you will go out to see and swim with the majestic Humpback whales who graciously allow you to observe them in the warm tropical waters. Watch mothers with curious calves, observe the mating rituals and float immersed in the sounds of the male Humpback's mystical song. Anne will lead meditations and share communications from the whales to help you connect with them on the spiritual level after spending the day meeting them face to face in their ocean home.
More than just a retreat! When you say "Yes!" to this experience you will also get...
Pre-retreat:
3 group Pod Unity/Community Calls led by Anne & Joan
3 Live Animal Communication Classes led by Joan & her team to enhance your connection with the whales
Animal Communication Meditation for travel to stay connected with your pets while you are away from Joan
Post-Retreat:
1 group Pod Unity/Community Calls led by Anne & Joan
1 Private Whale Wisdom Coaching call with Anne
Save $500 when you Pay in Full and get these Bonuses:
1 Private Whale Energy Healing session with Anne
1 Private Whale Speak session with Anne
Your home on Mo'orea, is the Cook's Bay Hotel & Suites where you will stay in a room facing beautiful Cook's Bay and stunning Mount Rotui. An open air restaurant overlooking a gorgeous coral reef where you can watch colorful tropical fish as you eat. In the mornings you can sometimes even see Humpback whale mother's and their calves resting right in front of our hotel!
The island of Mo'orea is formed in the shape of a heart! We will visit local stores, see how the locals live and take a tour to the center of the island, the center of the heart to visit temples and Anne will lead a powerful meditation to connect to the land, the heart, the native culture and Lemuria. Mo'orea is also known as the heart of the ancient land of Lemuria.
Important Requirements
Joan Ranquet has connected with animals professionally for over thirty years, and she’s connected with them personally for as long as she can remember. Her calling has led her to work with hundreds of thousands of animal guardians, animal
Your Retreat Leaders:
Photo taken on our 2019 retreat.
The boats in Moorea are required to keep a 100 meter distance (Approx. 100 yards) from the whales.
You must be comfortable and confident at:
- Swimming 100 meters (yards) several times each day.
- Snorkeling in the open ocean, sometimes in waves and choppy water.
- Being able to climb in and out of a small boat on a swim ladder
- Being on a boat for 5 hours each day with no bathroom other than the ocean.
What's included:
● 1 Pre-retreat Private Whale Energy Healing session
● 1 Pre-retreat Private Whale Wisdom Coaching call
● 3 Pre-retreat group Pod Unity/Community Calls
● 7 nights accommodations at Cook's Bay Hotel & Suites
●The excursion is seven nights and seven days. Unless you choose to stay for both weeks.
● Six 5 hour boat trips to swim with the whales.
● Tour to to visit temples in the heart of the island.
● Transportation by van and ferry from Tahiti to Mo'orea and back (When traveling with the group on official retreat start and end dates.)
● Traditional Polynesian dance show.
● Expert Naturalist guide and trip leader, Anne Gordon.
●Guided meditations, communications from the whales and group whale and dolphin energy healings.
● Post-retreat 1 group Pod Unity/Community Calls
● Post-retreat 1 Private Whale Wisdom Coaching call
What's not included:
● Any airfare or airfare related expenses.
● Meals not included.
● Souvenirs
● Tips or Gratuity for Crew and Guides
● Travel insurance
Video from our 2022 Mo'orea retreat.
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