Aqua Tiki II
Liveaboard · French Polynesia
Exclusive boutique sailing and diving adventures for a maximum of eight travelers through French Polynesia.
About This Vessel
Aqua Tiki II is a boutique liveaboard cruising the French Polynesia region. It hosts up to 8 divers on board.
The 18-meter Aqua Tiki II offers targeted dive expeditions through French Polynesia's varied marine environments, accommodating 8 guests. French Polynesia's marine environment is defined by its dual character: the calm, protected waters inside its atolls and the high-energy ocean passes that connect them to the open Pacific. This dynamic water exchange supports robust coral ecosystems and attract…
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Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
Onboard dining focuses on fresh preparation of international Western and local dishes, including daily homemade pancakes, brioche, yogurt, and meat-free alternatives.
Dive Equipment & Setup
Dive Area & Sites
French Polynesia offers some of the most spectacular open-ocean diving in the Pacific, with crystal-clear waters and dramatic channel dives that attract extraordinary concentrations of pelagic life. The Tuamotu Archipelago, particularly Rangiroa and Fakarava, is famous for its passes — natural channels where strong currents funnel hundreds of grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and barracuda into breathtaking walls of marine life. Divers can expect regular encounters with dolphins, manta rays, hammerhead sharks, and during the right season, tiger sharks patrolling the outer reef slopes. Fakarava's south pass is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve where the density of grey reef sharks is among the highest recorded anywhere on earth. Visibility routinely exceeds 40 meters, and the coral formations are healthy and vibrant, making this region a paradise for underwater photography.
Important Information
What's Included
Cabin Linens · Mask and Fins
Not Included & Local Fees
Water Skiing · Wakeboarding
Airport Transfers
Free transit services between the vessel and the airport or regional hotels are included.
Insurance Recommendation
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Rental Gear
Snorkeling Kits: No Charge · 15-Liter Cylinders: No Charge
Accommodation
Twin
twin/double • Lower Deck
Each inviting cabin is thoughtfully appointed with its own private bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience. Guests will appreciate the availability of both refreshing cold and soothing hot water, alongside dedicated toilet facilities. These accommodations are perfectly suited for up to two guests, featuring two comfortable single beds, and are also an excellent choice for solo adventurers seeking a cozy retreat. Enjoy personalized climate control and the flexibility of optional privacy settings within your personal haven.
Double Standard
twin/double • Lower Deck
Each inviting cabin offers a completely private space for guests. Enjoy the convenience of an individual climate control system, ensuring your comfort. Every cabin is equipped with its own private bathroom, featuring both refreshing cold and soothing hot water, alongside a dedicated WC.
Vip
twin/double • Lower Deck
This exclusive cabin offers a comfortable double bed, perfect for up to two guests. Enjoy personalized climate control for your comfort. The cabin features a private ensuite bathroom, complete with both hot and cold running water, and a dedicated WC. For your entertainment, a television and DVD player are provided.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Aqua Tiki II, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
When do I need to pay?
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
What documents will I receive?
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
How do I get to the boat?
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
What certifications do I need?
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
Vessel Technical Overview
Vessel Specifications
Navigation & Safety Systems
What guests say online
How is this overall rating calculated?
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
This comfortable modern catamaran offers intimate and authentic exploration voyages in French Polynesia, receiving high praise for its diving and food quality. Guests appreciate the small group setting and dedicated crew.
- +High quality diving experience
- +Excellent food onboard
- +Intimate small group setting (up to 9 guests)
- +Comfortable and modern catamaran
Based on approximately 31 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
All routes of this liveaboard
- Special Merous (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 10 nights
- Croisière Mérou — Grouper Spawning Special (15 Days / 14 Nights) · 15 Days / 14 Nights
- Dreaming in Tuamotu (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 8 nights
- Special Merou Grouper Spawning (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 11 nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 11N
- Tuamotu North — Fakarava Round-Trip (15 Days / 14 Nights) · 15 Days / 14 Nights
- Marquises Festival (Hiva Oa - Nuku Hiva) · 16 Days / 15 Nights
- Northern Tuamotu (13 Days / 12 Nights) · 13 Days / 12 Nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 9 nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 10 Days / 9 Nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 11 Days / 10 Nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Tuamotu North (Fakarava - Fakarava) · 9 nights
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