- Enchantment from the neon-lit turquoise lagoon waters with unending
days of exploration through snorkeling and diving.
- Excitement above the lagoon by outrigger canoe, Boston Whaler,
wave runner, jetski, and dramatic sunset cruises aboard a catamaran sailboat.
- Exploration of the panoramic overlooks found by hike or 4x4 accompanied by entertaining local guides.
- Discovery of the world-renowned shopping for local and international original
art, Tahitian pearls, and precious wood handcrafts.
- Romance in the natural ambience of the legendary
resorts with their choice of Polynesian spas, gourmet restaurants, overwater
bungalows,
villas, and suites .
Some of the most popular activities and sites for
visitors include:
Lagoon Exploration
Breakfast by Canoe
4x4 Safaris
Shark and Ray Feeding
Sailing
Diving
Shopping and Dining
Motu Tapu
Other activities and sites
4x4 excursion photographed by Danee Hazama |
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Le Moana Resort Bora Bora Dancers |
Lagoon Exploration
There are so many activities in the world's most
famous lagoon that some visitors never leave the
water! The shallow and clear waters allow for snorkeling from you bungalow or off the beaches anywhere around the island. Another way to see the vivid coral and schools of tropical fish is a glassbottom boat. For a faster
pace, explore the entire lagoon by
rented motorboat or jetski where you and a guide can skim around the island, hopping off at beaches or a tiny motu along the way for a picnic.
Breakfast by Canoe
Start each day with an unforgettable breakfast brought
to the private balcony of your overwater bungalow
or villa by outrigger canoe. Often bedecked in flowers, the
canoe carries Polynesian staff serving fresh fruits,
pastries, and juices while the surrounding waters
begin welcoming the rising South Pacific sun. Canoe breakfasts
are also available at many of the resorts throughout
all the islands and can be reserved before you travel
by your travel arranger or scheduled with the concierge
on your arrival.
4x4 Excursions
Even though Bora Bora is small, the adventures along
the interior roads are huge. These overgrown
forest roads wind high above the lagoon to panoramic
stops that can only be described as breathtaking.
The island's role during World War II is expertly
told as you visit large U.S. Naval guns left behind
in 1945.
Shark and
Ray Feeding
Although the idea of feeding sharks may sound somewhat
ominous, it is now one of the most popular excursions
in the South Pacific. Originated on Bora Bora, your
close encounter begins after you don a snorkeling
mask and float in the shallow lagoon waters behind
a secure rope. Docile sharks arrive in schools and
are hand-fed by your guide just a few feet away.
Later in the same tour, you'll stand in shallow
waters as graceful rays circle the group with ballet-like
movements.
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Sailing
Bora Bora's lagoon is a very popular anchorage for both round-the-world and
avid vacation sailors. If chartering
your own sailboat in Raiatea, Tahiti, or Moorea,
the deep, wide pass and calm lagoon is a natural stop. You can also rent a Hobie Cat in Bora Bora or take a half-day or sunset cruise around the lagoon on a giant catamaran, complete with music.
Diving
Because of the abundance of large marine life, diving
within the waters of the most beautiful lagoon in
the world is on many diver's "must do"
list. During the dives, it is common to be joined
by legions of gigantic manta rays gliding gracefully
within arm's reach while schools of reef sharks
parade by. Shopping and
Dining
Bora Bora is world famous for the surprising number
of unique and high-end boutiques and for the quality
of dozens of fine restaurants with international
cuisine.
Motu Tapu
The ultimate private island escape, Motu Tapu
is the most photographed isle in the South Pacific.
This tiny motu, just a few hundred yards from
the main island, is best described as the world's
most perfect to relax.
Motu Tapu is reserved for guests of select
resorts and groups with invitations.
Intercontinental
Le Moana Resort Bora Bora Dancer |
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St Regis Resort Bora Bora Restaurant |
Other activities and sites
on Bora Bora include:
Matira Beach, one of the world's most famous beaches
Bloody Mary's restaurant
Parasailing for one or two
Boston Whaler motorboat tours
Guided hikes to Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu
Sunset cruise complete with singers and dancers
Exploring the ancient marae temples along the
coast
Horseback riding
The Lagoonarium
Discovering World War II relics
Le Meridien Bora Bora Spa |
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Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort and Spa |
Guided or self-guided itineraries including
these and other sites.
can be reserved or planned by your travel arranger
before you travel or at the activities desk of
your resort or cruise ship.
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