Tahiti Islands: Bora Bora
Called
"The Most Beautiful Island in the World," Bora Bora
graciously lives up to its title. Located an hour or so by plane
from Tahiti, most visitors first see Bora Bora from the air.
The sight is indeed something to behold a myriad of crystal-clear
shades of blue water lagoon surrounding the lush towering peaks
of Mt. Otemanu and Mt. Pahia rising from the center of a ring
of reef islets known as motus. Upon arrival at Bora Bora's airport,
located on Motu Mare, you are taken by boat to your hotel, which
is a 15- to 30-minute ride, depending on your hotel's location.
The main town of Vaitape is located 30 minutes from the airport,
where you can shop and visit some of the local restaurants.
The beautiful hotels that dot the landscape enhance the beauty
and mystery of this majestic paradise. Many appear in the distance
like small villages, with their bungalows nestled along the
beaches and into the lagoon. Add to this the world-famous Tahitian
hospitality and you begin to understand what keeps visitors
coming back.
The main town of Vaitape is located 30 minutes from the airport,
where you can shop and visit some of the local restaurants while
on your Bora Bora vacation.
Whatever the reason, Bora Bora travelers will forever cherish
the memory of this breathtaking island.
Submit your Bora Bora Island Vacation Request Form or contact
Margi at 303-694-8786 or 888-568-4432 for your personalized
consultation to plan your Romantic Tahiti Island Vacation.
| "Tahiti
was great! We loved the the amazing beauty of Bora Bora."
Steve and Jeannine Hill
Erie CO
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BORA BORA RESORTS
| "We
had a great time; Tahiti was beautiful and everything
we hoped it would
be. The Bora Bora Lagoon Resort was definitely a good
choice, the overwater
bungalow was awesome- and we had a great location with
an outstanding view.
Thanks for all your help with the trip- we really had
a great time."
Bryan Payne
Cookeville, TN
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BORA BORA ACTIVITIES
Shark Feeding
No vacation to Bora Bora is complete without this exhilarating,
unforgettable experience. Taken to the outer reef, you don snorkel
and flippers, slip into the water (with just a touch of trepidation!)
and watch Tahitian divers hand feed back-tip sharks right before
your eyes.
Half day - from $67 per person
Helicopter Sightseeing
Soar like a bird over Bora Bora’s multi-colored lagoon
and lushly forested interior. Get a closer look at misty Mount
Otemanu and see why no one has ever been able to climb to
the top of this fabulous basalt obelisk.
30 minutes - from $300 per person
Jeep Safari
Head off the beaten track on this daredevil, four-wheel drive
adventure. Climb to dizzying heights and discover sacred sites
in Bora Bora’s virgin mountain interior.
Half day - from $68 per person
Scuba Diving
Graceful manta ray and hundreds of neon-bright reef fish greet
you as you descent into the lagoon, marveling at its natural
beauty and abundant sealife.
One tank dive - from $65 per person
Rental Car
It’s easy to get around the island of Bora Bora on its
20-mile circle-island road. You’ll pass villages and
archaeological sites, with wildflowers, ferns and giant palms
bordering the route.
4-hour-rate - $70 per car
Catamaran Charter
Set Sail for a carefree afternoon aboard the deluxe, 50 ft.
Tara Vana. Or escape for two days, giving yourself over to
the trade winds, fishing, or just drifting along in search
of the perfect motu. Exceptionally stable, a catamaran sail
is heaven on water, for both salty seadogs and landlubbers
alike.
Half day charter - $800. Overnight charter - $1,800.
Biking
A bicycle is ideal for shopping or sightseeing around during
your Bora Bora vacation. It's well worth the renting a bike
for your own personal round-the-island jaunt.
Hiking
Hikers who opt to climb Mt. Pahia will be rewarded for their
stamina with a sprawling, peak-top view of this exotic tropical
island.
On the trek from Nunue to Anau hikers can see the Television
Transmission Tower, catch a panoramic view of Motu Pitiaau
islet, and glimpse neighboring Raiatea and Tahaa.
Hikers who opt to climb Mt. Pahia will be rewarded for their
stamina with a sprawling, peak-top view of the island. Bring
good shoes, a day's supply of water and a conquering attitude.
Horseback Riding
Ride fine New Zealand-bred horses along the white sand islets
of Bora Bora. Some ranches on the island offer moonlight rides
on request.
Motu Picnic
Imagine spending the day on your very own exotic island. The
resort hotels in Bora Bora can arrange to take you and a loved
one to a private motu (islet) for a romantic secluded picnic
. This is a true Tahitian experience that is not to be missed.
Fishing
The best sportsfishing in Bora Bora can be enjoyed just outside
the island's reef. Here, fishers can hook blue marlin, mahimahi,
sailfish, wahoo and yellowfish.
Sailboat
Set sail for neighboring islands, or simply circle Bora Bora.
Whatever you choose, sailing in Bora Bora is an enchanting
experience. Most of the cruise companies on the island of
Bora Bora can arrange day trips on request, and are similarly
amenable to extended charters. Hop aboard a catamaran or motorized
canoe and enjoy shark feeding, snorkeling, reef walking or
beachcombing.
Snorkeling
Many of Bora Bora's hotels and pensions offer snorkeling as
part of their excursion programs. Located the south tip of
Motu Roa, Coral Garden is considered to be one of the best
snorkeling sites on the island. The waters around Hotel Bora
Bora veritably abound with fish, but visitors are advised
to ask permission before snorkeling.
