the island
polynesian tour
Aboard a motorised outrigger canoe, an English-speaking Tahitian guide provides an informative tour of Bora Bora’s lagoon and the history of the island.
island exploring
Guests may want to take a four-wheel drive safari into the mountains. The expedition includes a visit to the cannons left behind after World War II, as well as a ride to an ancestral plantation.
circle island tours
Travel round the island while an English-speaking guide points out historical highlights as well as insights into everyday life. The excursion can be done using a van or a private car with driver. Bora Bora may be toured by bicycle as well.
vaitape village
The island’s main village, Vaitape, is set at the foot of Mount Pahia. It is the island’s commercial and administrative centre. There is just one main road around the island, and it goes through Vaitape, past assorted churches whose bells peal loudly on Sundays. At last check there were no stoplights though there is a stop sign in front of the village police station. Complimentary shuttle from Hotel Bora Bora to town is available once a day.
helicopter tours
Bora Bora’s peaks and barrier reef can be viewed from the air. This is also a good way to visit some of the neighbouring islands.
shopping
Bora Bora has a variety of clothing and craft shops. The island’s colourful cotton pareus are popular, and the black pearls of Polynesia are world famous. A number of painters, sculptors and photographers call Bora Bora home so art is available too.