water sports
scuba-diving and snorkelling
Scuba-diving, with full equipment and lessons, is available for both beginners and certified divers. A number of dive sites are easily accessible within the lagoon and beyond the barrier reef. The waters surrounding Hotel Bora Bora’s three beaches see a continuous and colourful parade of tropical fish. Some of the island’s best snorkelling can be found just a few steps into the lagoon surrounding the resort. A natural current runs through the southern point, attracting an abundance of sea life, from manta rays to blue-fin trevally and more. Guests can hand-feed the reef fish without getting their feet wet.
sailing
Guests can enjoy full or half-day trips to neighbouring islands aboard a 50ft, sportfishing catamaran. Regular sunset cruises as well as sea-going charters of up to three days are also available.
jet-skiing
From Matira point, beyond the hotel, a guide will accompany guests on jet-skis around the island, exploring parts of the lagoon not easily accessible by boat.
aqua safari
For non-divers, the Aqua Safari is a unique way to experience the undersea world. Guests can walk through schools of multi-hued fish to a depth of 10m into the crystal-clear lagoon, wearing a special oxygen-fed helmet.
parasailing
A powerboat carries guests high above the blue lagoon allowing them to soar among low clouds and the sea birds.
fishing
Fishing is a popular pastime, both within the lagoon and out in deeper blue water. Close to home, guests can troll for blue and silver trevally using light tackle or try their hand at saltwater fly-fishing. Deep sea hauls can range from tuna and wahoo to marlin and mahimahi.