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Bora Bora Vacations

Overview

Take a trip to Bora Bora on your French Polynesia vacation.

In many ways, Bora Bora vacations are the ultimate romantic getaway. Bora Bora has been described many times as the most stunningly beautiful island anywhere. This is hardly surprising given its striking colours of a blue-green sea and a lush green interior. The physical makeup of this destination is awe-inspiring. The main land mass is surrounded by sand-fringed islets which then form a turquoise coloured lagoon around Bora Bora protected by coral reefs. Add to this a verdant mountainous interior with its extinct volcanoes and you have the perfect natural paradise.

This relatively small and incredibly beautiful island is a true paradise with its crystal clear waters and amazing sunsets. It has a casual and relaxed lifestyle suitable for anyone looking for a peaceful destination. It is also an internationally acclaimed honeymoon destination. Everywhere you go, you will see flowering hibiscus and also coconut plantations, the latter being an important industry in Bora Bora. 

The island is located 230 kilometres/140 miles northwest of Papeete reached by plane with several flights operating daily. It is 32 kilometres/20 miles in circumference and public transportation is very meager with only one bus route serving the island. One can however easily rent a car or a bicycle on a Tahiti vacation package.  

When one sees photographs of Bora Bora, they more often than not show resort hotels located on the edge of the outer lagoon with the ever-present overwater bungalows and villas built on stilts stretching far out into the water. Naturally, this type of accommodation is an extremely popular choice when planning your trip to Bora Bora. Who wouldn’t want to stay in one of these resort hotels with this kind of accommodation which usually includes glass floors revealing a wonderful tropical world that exists beneath the surface of the water? And how can this be more romantic or pleasurable? This type of accommodation ranges from ultra luxurious to economical depending on one’s needs and budget. Why not treat yourself to a stay at one of the beautiful Bora Bora resorts? You won't be disappointed.

At a Glance
LanguagesFrench, Tahitian, English
CurrencySouth Pacific Franc (XPF)

About the Island

The capital and main town is Vaitape located on the west side of the main island and is home to approximately half of the total population of Bora Bora. Another small town is Matira which has the largest beach and a number of hotels and restaurants to choose from.

There are two mountains on the island. The tallest and most majestic is Mount Otemanu which rises to a height of 730 metres/2400 feet and can be seen from most areas of Bora Bora due to its jagged peaks which tower over the island. The other is Mount Pahia in the south of the Bora Bora which is almost as imposing at a height of 660 metres/220 feet. 

If one wishes to be left alone, the islets near Bora Bora are the best places to give you all the privacy you need. These include Motu Tapu, Tevairoa, Motu Toopua and Motu Ahuna. You can also find a man-made islet on the northeast side of the island, called Motu Marfo. 

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