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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: XPF
- Languages: French, Tahitian, English
- Climate: Tropical
- Timezone: Pacific/Tahiti
- Population: Approximately 10,700 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is May to October for dry, comfortable weather.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the US, EU, UK, and many other countries do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days. French Polynesia allows visa-free entry for tourists from numerous countries. For longer stays or other nationalities, a visa or e-visa may be required. A valid passport and proof of onward travel are typically necessary.
About Bora Bora
Bora Bora is a stunning island located in the Society Islands of French Polynesia, renowned worldwide for its crystal-clear turquoise lagoon, dramatic volcanic peaks, and luxurious overwater bungalows. This tropical paradise offers an idyllic escape with its pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and lush greenery. Visitors are drawn to Bora Bora for its unparalleled natural beauty and exclusive resort experiences that blend comfort with nature. The island’s calm, shallow waters make it perfect for snorkeling, diving, and water sports, while the scenic landscapes invite hiking and exploration. Bora Bora’s unique appeal lies in its combination of seclusion, luxury, and breathtaking scenery, making it a top destination for honeymooners, romantic getaways, and travelers seeking tranquility. Beyond relaxation, the island also provides cultural encounters with Polynesian traditions and cuisine, enriching the visitor experience. Its accessibility via Tahiti and the range of activities available make Bora Bora a compelling choice for those wanting a memorable tropical adventure.
Top Attractions
1. Mount Otemanu – The island’s highest peak offers spectacular views and hiking opportunities through lush terrain. 2. Matira Beach – Famous for its soft white sand and clear waters, it is the island’s most popular public beach. 3. Bora Bora Lagoonarium – A natural aquarium where visitors can swim with rays, sharks, and tropical fish. 4. Coral Gardens – A prime snorkeling spot showcasing vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. 5. Vaitape Village – The main town offering local markets, shops, and cultural experiences.
Popular Activities
Bora Bora offers a variety of activities including snorkeling and scuba diving in its vibrant coral reefs, shark and ray feeding excursions, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and lagoon tours by boat. Adventure seekers can hike Mount Otemanu or take 4x4 island safaris. Cultural experiences include visiting local villages, attending Polynesian dance shows, and exploring traditional crafts. Relaxation options abound with spa treatments and beach lounging.
Bora Bora Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of French Polynesia
- Duration Range: Bora Bora offers a variety of activities including snorkeling and scuba diving in its vibrant coral reefs, shark and ray feeding excursions, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and lagoon tours by boat. Adventure seekers can hike Mount Otemanu or take 4x4 island safaris. Cultural experiences include visiting local villages, attending Polynesian dance shows, and exploring traditional crafts. Relaxation options abound with spa treatments and beach lounging.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is May to October for dry, comfortable weather. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, sun protection, and insect repellent. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting villages. Safety is generally good, but standard precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, though carrying some local currency (XPF) is useful for small purchases.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $180
193 Available Tour Excursions in Bora Bora
During your stay in Bora Bora spend a morning or afternoon snorkeling around the best spots of the lagoon. The tour is 3.5-hours and starts with pick up from your Bora Bora accommodation. You'll stop in 3-5 different locations on the lagoon where you'll have the opportunity to see manta rays, eagle rays, sharks, moray eels, barracuda, coral gardens and all sorts of tropical marine life -- everything the lagoon can offer on the day of your tour. All snorkeling equipment, towels, light refreshments, snacks are provided. The boat has a small cabin to store your belongings in a dry area and in case of bad weather for you to take shelter. As this is a private tour, you'll have the boat and guide all to yourself, providing an unforgettable and personalized experience on Bora Bora lagoon.
Price: $650.00
Duration: 3 hours
Discover the wonders of Bora Bora's marine environment in complete safety with your certified private guide who will teach you all about diving. A very romantic moment during which you will offer a pearl of Polynesia to your significant other (included in the package). It will remain engraved forever thanks to our professional cameraman who will make an unforgettable editing of this moment.
Price: $473.76
Duration: 2 hours
Flyboarding is a new activity offered in Bora Bora to give you thrilling sensations. Enjoying the view Bora Bora has to offer with the different shades of blues from the flyboard is just magical. This activity combines excitement with an iconic beauty.
Price: $201.41
Duration: 1 hours
Private Boat Rental with Captain on Cap Camarat 17ft. For your comfort, the Cap Camarat boat is perfect and well designed for rental day in the lagoon of Bora Bora with a front sundeck to get your bronze tan or keep cool under the canopy in the rear Our approach Is 100% focused towards the respect of marine life and ensures you a magical experience while preserving the aquatic fauna and flora (no feeding of the sharks, rays and the protection of coral)
Price: $230.47
Duration:
Discover the most beautiful sites on the island of Bora Bora during a private Quad ride exclusively with tailor-made services. Accompanied by a professional guide, you will discover exceptional landscapes. Our goal is to make you live memorable adventures through unusual landscapes and experiences. Surprises guaranteed throughout the excursion. Our team is committed to being available 7 days a week to meet all your expectations, whether with friends, as a couple or as a family. Please note: This reservation only includes 1 Quad for 2 people. If you want to add more quads, please contact the company directly. Email: [email protected]
Price: $601.22
Duration: 3 hours
Sail Bora Bora's lagoon on the brand new Luxury Vitamin Sea 46 ft performance sailing catamaran. Our yacht is the perfect mix of elegance, comfort, and performance. You will experience amazing sailing, snorkeling our great service including refreshments served on a floating bar in shallow crystal clear water. Our boat is perfect for a couple, family or group of friends.
Price: $1,786.81
Duration: 4 hours
Bora Bora airport is located on an islet in the north of the island. Most of the hotels are also situated on islets. Therefore it is essential to get around by boat. Because Bora Bora is a high end destination, you need a high end service. Enjoy a private boat to be able to reach your hotel in perfect conditions. Wherever you come from, you had a long flight to arrive to the pearl of the pacific. Your arrival has to be just right. The privilege of having a private boat makes the service smooth and fast, without having to wait for other customers. Being assisted by our team with personalized service makes this moment unforgettable.
Price: $95.73
Duration:
This is our most prized location and can only be made available to one group at a time. Your Dream Day Cruise starts with a 3.5-hour snorkeling tour during which you’ll discover the wonders of the lagoon of Bora Bora. Following this first part of your excursion, your guide will lead you to a magic lunch location where a delicious Polynesian meal will await. Sitting your feet in the water, enjoy local flavors while admiring Mount Otemanu in the background! A picture-perfect trip that will contribute to an unforgettable day out!
Price: $1,864.13
Duration: 5 hours
During your stay in Bora Bora, have some fun on the lagoon and go wake boarding, waterskiing or tubing. The activities are suitable for all, from beginners to experts, and professional, certified instructors are on-hand to ensure your safety and to help improve your skills. The boat is permitted to go close to the shore to ensure perfect flat water for your chosen activity.
Price: $166.50
Duration: 1 hours
Take a full-day 7-hour tour, 6-hours of cruising and snorkeling around the lagoon of Bora Bora. Cruise from snorkeling spot to snorkeling spot and enoy the many delights the lagoon has to offer. Your crew will aim to show you manta rays, eagle rays, beautiful coral gardens, inner and outer reefs and other surprises such as dolphins, whales (in season) and sharks. Your tour includes a 1-hour stop for a motu lunch which is included in the price.This private tour allows for a relaxed and intimate experience around the crystal clear waters of Bora Bora. You set the pace. Snorkeling equipment, towels and light refreshments are also provided. On the boat there is an inner cabin to keep your belongings safe and dry. Complimentary hotel pickup is included.
Price: $1,400.00
Duration: 7 hours
Strike out to circle the island of Bora Bora with a voyage through the lagoon on a motorized outrigger canoe. This private, personalized journey gives you a spectacular look at the clear waters and beautiful coral gardens that surround the scenic island, as well as the vibrant wildlife that lives there. Take a break from the adventure and relax on one of Bora Bora's islets with a private barbecue lunch. Have a glass of wine and enjoy a unique moment before it's time to head back to your hotel.
Price: $1,058.02
Duration: 6 hours
Cruise on the lagoon of Bora Bora while admiring the sunset. stop at the best place to enjoy a drink of your choice. Service on board ✿ - Choice of 4 non alcoholic drinks - Choice of 3 alcoholic beverages - Appetizers + local fruits - Oshiburi + Flower
Price: $300.61
Duration: 2 hours
You will discover breathtaking landscapes, contrasts of colors like you have never seen before, this flight will remain engraved forever in your most beautiful memories, the flight over Bora Bora and Tupai will be a highlight of your visit. in Polynesia, wonder and satisfaction guaranteed. Important information: You are going to take a private flight, this means that we will be two people on board, if you come with more than one it will be each your turn, but you will have the possibility of waiting in the cafeteria of Bora airport in front of the magnificent blue lagoon
Price: $336.68
Duration: 0 hours
Embark this luxurious and modern sailing yacht for the ultimate day out on the most beautiful lagoon. Experience the smoothest ride while sailing, encounter colorful marine life, celebrate in paradise with our unique floating bar. Seat down and relax in the large shaded lounge while admiring the breathtaking surrounding scenery. Our professional staff will take care of your every needs and make your day unique.
Price: $2,872.61
Duration: 6 hours
Explore the underwater world of Bora Bora Lagoon on a snorkeling adventure. After receiving safety instructions and getting your snorkeling gear, you’ll have the chance to freely swim in the crystal-clear, shallow waters. Your guide will offer personalized attention, highlighting the top spots for snorkeling and handling all the details. Experience the vibrant marine life in the breathtaking lagoon of Bora Bora.
Price: $138.28
Duration: 3 hours
The program of your flight is composed as follows: Take-off from Bora airport, we will follow the reef (the coral belt) at an altitude of 400 meters at low speed to allow you to have time to observe well the magnificent contrasts of colors that make up the lagoon, we will fly over the most luxurious hotel infrastructures in the world without forgetting the splendid beaches lined with coconut palms that surround the island, the duration of the complete tour of the island will be approximately 30 minutes, wonder and satisfaction guaranteed! IMPORTANT INFORMATION You are going to take a private flight, this means that we will be two people on board, if you come with more than one it will be each your turn, but you will have the possibility of waiting in the cafeteria of Bora airport in front of the magnificent blue lagoon
Price: $234.47
Duration: 0 hours
You will have the same itinerary as explained in the half day tour, 4 hours of snorkeling and discovery in the morning but followed by a wonderful Polynesian lunch on the motu, mainly composed of local dishes. Tables are set up in the lagoon, you will enjoy this tasty lunch with your feet in the water surrounded by colorful fishes.
Price: $1,712.98
Duration: 6 hours
The Romantic dive is the best solution for beginners to discover diving and the underwater world with the tropical fish ! The diving instructor will explain you everything you have to know to enjoy it ! A cameraman will film you on the surface and underwater. Keep in very nice souvenir of The Pearl of the Pacific with you Polynesian pearl and your personalized video !
Price: $474.48
Duration: 2 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Check tour cancellation and refund policies
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
The cuisine in Bora Bora features fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and Polynesian flavors. Signature dishes include poisson cru (raw fish marinated in coconut milk and lime), grilled mahi-mahi, and tropical fruit desserts. Dining customs emphasize fresh, local ingredients often served in open-air settings. Noteworthy restaurants include Bloody Mary's for seafood and St. James for fine dining with island views.
Getting Around
Bora Bora is reached by plane from Tahiti, landing at Bora Bora Airport on a nearby islet, followed by boat transfers to the main island resorts. Local transportation includes boats, bicycles, and limited taxis. Walking is common in resort areas. Costs can be high due to the island’s exclusivity, so planning transfers in advance is advised.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is May to October for dry, comfortable weather. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, sun protection, and insect repellent. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting villages. Safety is generally good, but standard precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, though carrying some local currency (XPF) is useful for small purchases.
Culture & Customs
Bora Bora’s culture is deeply rooted in Polynesian traditions with a strong emphasis on community and respect. Social customs include greeting with a warm “Ia ora na” and showing respect for elders. Traditional festivals feature music, dance, and crafts, notably the Heiva festival celebrating Polynesian heritage. Visitors should be mindful of local etiquette, such as removing shoes before entering homes and asking permission before photographing people.
