Our journey through French Polynesia begins on the stunning island of Moorea – a place of dramatic mountain peaks, turquoise lagoons, and vibrant marine life. Over several days, we explored the island’s natural beauty above and below the water: from hiking to breathtaking viewpoints, to snorkelling with blacktip reef sharks and stingrays in crystal-clear waters.

As a travel photographer, Moorea offered endless opportunities to capture both sweeping landscapes and intimate wildlife moments. Whether it was golden hour light over a church, the silhouette of jagged peaks at sunrise, or underwater scenes teeming with life, the island constantly revealed new layers of beauty.

This was the perfect start to our multi-island adventure through French Polynesia — a paradise that feels as surreal as it looks.