Bora Bora Resorts

When you travel to Bora Bora, you will have many top choices of resorts to choose from. Once you choose the resort, you will then have the option to choose a beachfront villa or an overwater bungalow. For me, going to Bora Bora and not staying in an overwater bungalow (at least for 1 night) is a crime, but to each his own. However, the breathtaking views presented by either choice makes your stay in Bora Bora well worth it.

As far as choosing the best resort, we have put together this list of our favorite Bora Bora Resorts to point you in the right direction. Obviously there are other great options as well, but these will hopefully help narrow down your choices.

The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort – Topping our list of resorts in the South Pacific is the St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. The attention to detail and the world class service and amenities here are beyond words. The on-site tropical pools and the private lagoon that allows you to swim along with stingrays and various tropical fish is a dream come true.

Le Meridien Bora Bora – Another fabulous resort in Bora Bora featuring 99 tropical style bungalows. One unique attraction found at this resort is the Turtle Sanctuary where you can not only see and learn about the Hawkbill Turtle, but you can swim alongside of them in the lagoon.

Sofitel Bora Bora Motu Private Island – This fine resort is positioned on Matira Bay and offers a private beach with beautiful white sand. Overlooking the ocean, you will find their infinity edge pool and an intimate spa that overlooks the lagoon, making for romantic couple’s dream getaway.

Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort And Spa - This resort is located on a private motu in a white sand cove within the lagoon. Not only are the amenities and service here top notch, if you are a member of Hilton’s HHonors program, you can earn more or use your points.

An Overview of Bora Bora

Of all the islands that make up the French Polynesian, Bora Bora is the most beautiful and magical of them all. It’s overall beauty and essence is something that words and pictures can only describe so much. You really have to be there and experience it first hand to truly understand.

There is the main island of Bora Bora that lies in the center of a multi-blueish colored lagoon. Surrounding the main island are svereal smaller islands, known as motu or motu islets. The island and the surrounding motus are surrounded by a protective coral barrier often referred to as a protective necklace. It’s quite the beautiful necklace if you ask me.

The surrounding motus make for the perfect secluded getaways and the location of several luxurious resorst that feature the world famous, overwater bungalows. It was Hotel Bora Bora that first built these overwater bungalows in the French Polynesia and the soon became a smashing success and duplicated around the entire area. Though these bungalows are exceptionally know as the place for honeymooners, regardless of your reason for visiting Bora Bora, you have to stay in one of the overwater villas at least once.

Around the main island, there is only one main road for you to travel. This road, or “pass” as it is often referred to, makes for a nice tour of the island and will take you through the colorful Tahitian villages. You can also see Old World War II cannons and bunkers and spectacular archaeological sites. You can take this tour on your own or take one of the tour buses or tour packages offered on the island.

Whatever you reason for visiting Bora Bora, you can rest assured that there is something enjoyable for everyone. After all, it is a “magical” island.

Scuba Diving In Bora Bora

When it comes to scuba diving hot spots, Bora Bora, part of the Tahitian Islands in the French Polynesian, seems to always appear at the top of the list. While divers usually have different interests when diving, whether it be sunken ship diving, treasure hunting, different coral reefs or the variety of marine life, Bora Bora is one of the most colorful offerings.

Scuba diving in Bora Bora can be done at any time during the year, however the dry season, between April and November, tends to be the best time. With the lack of rain and storms during this time period, there is little to stir up the water which provides incredible visibility underwater which can reach up to 130 feet.

The types of dives available in Bora Bora include diving in the lagoon, diving beyond the reef and diving the Teavanui Pass.

Inside the lagoon, the waters are primarily shallow in nature, though you can find some canyons and deeper areas to dive there. In the canyons, you quite often will find moray eels, manta and eagle rays and a nice variety of tropical fish.

Once you get outside of the reef, you will notice the the ocean’s floor drops off very quickly. Not only will you find the living coral reef and a nice blend of tropical fish, you can also see quite a few ‘big fish’ here including sharks. You can see barracudas, jack fish, turtles, tuna, dolphins, moray eels and a variety of sharks such as the lemon shark and black tip sharks. But don’t worry, the sharks in Bora Bora are not aggressive towards humans. They tend to be more afraid of you than you are of them.

When diving in the pass, you will find a high amount of fish and eagle rays here and the coral is simply amazing. This pass is where the lagoon and the ocean tend to meet and has a high nutrient content provided by the tidal flows which attracts a larger assortment of marine life.

No matter where you decide to dive in Bora Bora I am sure you will have a memorable and enjoyable dive. You will find a handful of dive shops and tour guides available to you all around the island or you can check with your resort as well.

4 Reasons To Visit Bora Bora

Often dubbed as the world’s most beautiful island, Bora Bora truly is a dream come true. This tropical destination is located in the French Polynesia and neighbors Tahiti and Moorea. For those that have not been there, I am often asked “What makes this the perfect island?”

So here are four reasons why you should visit Bora Bora:

1. It is the most romantic island. Just the spectacular views that you can share with your romantic partner are alone, enough to make this a special place. Then throw in the private bungalows with breathtaking views, the attention to details and amenities of the resorts and the beach side dining and that put this over the top for most romantic destination.
2. The world famous over-water bungalows. Often seen in postcards and pictures, describing the perfect vacation, the resorts of Bora Bora offer private bungalows built over the water with private balconies offer amazing views of the lagoon and the sunsets.
3. The most amazing sunsets ever! There is something here that creates the perfect sunset each and every night in Bora Bora. It must have to do with glowing, crystal clear, turquoise water that helps reflect the sunlight with a unique twist of radiant colors. You will just have to see it for yourself to fully understand.
4. One of the world’s most spectacular underwater experience. So far, just seeing what is available on top of the water is more than enough to make Bora Bora the perfect destination. However, below the water’s surface lies another attraction that is simply amazing. To enjoy the underwater attractions, you can go scuba diving, snorkeling or even try the Aquascope, Aquasafari or visit the Lagoonarium.

We could obviously expand on this list as there really is an endless supply of reasons to visit Bora Bora. Our four reasons above top the list for us and everyone you ask will probably have their own memorable experiences to share with you. That is why we feel this is the perfect destination, as no matter how you you look at it, it all adds up up to an amazing and unforgettable experience.

Top 7 Activities In Bora Bora

When you are in Bora Bora, your options for activities to take part in are virtually endless. There is something for everyone, so you should have no problems making use of all your time on the island.

Here are our top 7 activities in Bora Bora:

• Bora Bora’s Lagoonarium. - This is where you can actually get into the water and swim with the creatures of the sea. You will be able to swim and interact with sharks, turtles, dolphins, rays and a variety of colorful tropical fishes. This is a once in a lifetime experience.

• Horseback Riding. - Riding on a horse on the beaches and into the lagoon is quite the experince and can be quite romantic if you are with your significant other.

• Parasailing. - Having a bird’s eye view of the Bora Bora island and lagoon as you are sailing along hundreds of feet in the air will provide you with not only a thrill, but a point of view of the island that so many others will never get to see.

• Shark and Ray Feeding. - There are several tour packages available on the island that will take you out to sea and have you watch a feeding frenzy of sharks and rays. This is something incredible to see in person.

• Jeep 4×4 Island Tour. - Book this tour package and you will be whisked around the island into the forests and through the various trails, up and down the valleys allowing you to see the island from many various points of view. Bora Bora is more than just beautiful beaches.

• Boat Rentals. - If you like to spend the day at your own pace, you can rent a small boat for the day and cruise around the island and the surrounding motus and explore the various beaches on your own schedule. This is a great way to just get away from the normal routine.

• Private Picnic. - With this package, you and your guest will be picked up at your resort and shipped off to a private beach on a nearby motu (smaller islands). There you will have a small lunch table set up in the water where you will be served an amazing Tahitian meal, along with champaigne. You can also add snorkeling and shark feeding to your trip soyou can make a full day out of it.

Top Things To Do In Bora Bora

For some people, experiencing Bora Bora in person will remain a dream or fantasy for their entire life. Bora Bora is such a magical island with breathtaking views and crystal clear blue water, that even when you are there you think you are in a dream.

There are so many things to do once you get to Bora Bora, so we have come up with a list of the most popular things to do while visiting this island. Just pick the ones that fit your lifestyle and ambitions and book your trip accordingly.

Here are our top 3 things to do in Bora Bora:

• Partaking in the various water sports. This category actually falls into two types of water sports; The above water activities and the below water activities. Below the crystal clear blue water lies the most colorful and beautiful sea life ever imagined. To see this wonderful underwater world you can go snorkeling or scuba diving. If you would rather stay on top of the water, you can enjoy sailing, water skiing, wind/kite-surfing, jet skiing or just swimming and relaxing with your feet in the ocean.

• Be adventurous. If you want to do some more adventurous activities, the island can definitely provide for you. You can go hiking and/or climbing, take a jeep safari tour, do some deep sea fishing or even venture over to the shark feedings.

• Relaxing. For me, the ability to just kick back and relax on a secluded beach with a cold drink in one hand and being surrounded by paradise is the best thing for anyone’s mind and body. The beaches of Bora Bora are made for movies and to not enjoy them to their fullest would be a waste for most people.

Obviously, this is just a partial list of the activies and things to do in Bora Bora, however it should open up your mind to ideas to help you plan your trip and activities.

The Romantic Bora Bora

With little or no arguments, it can be said that Bora Bora Is the most beautiful and romantic islands in the world. If you were to imagine and paint a picture in your mind of the perfect paradise island, most certainly Bora Bora would fit that picture.

Bora Bora is the perfect destination for honeymooners as well as for weddings and anniversaries. The superb amenities, breathtaking views and the secluded intimacy provided by the overwater bungalows will provide you with an experience you will never forget. Although you may believe that you dreamed about the entire vacation once you get back to the real life.

The enchanting, crystal clear waters of the lagoon provide the perfect opportunities for scuba diving, snorkeling or just for viewing as you relax on the beach or in your bungalow. The lagoon can also offer more excitement for those that want to enjoy jet skiing, sailing, wind-surfing or a romantic sunset cruise in the evenings.

Every morning you can have breakfast delivered to your overwater bungalow where you can dine on your own private balcony. For lunch, it is highly recommended that you have a picnic on a private beach on one of the surrounding motus (smaller islands). For your romantic dinner, you could take a sunset cruise and enjoy dining on the calm seas or you can opt for one of the fine dining experiences on land. Either way you can enjoy dining with a spectacular view of the lagoon and the setting sun. Can you say picture perfect!

If you are planning on getting married on Bora Bora, you can pack the wedding and honeymoon all into one. Just talk to any of the resorts on the island to help guide you through the process and help book the entire process for you. That way you can enjoy the whole trip without worrying about all the intimate details and take part in a romantic Polynesian wedding ceremony.

So when you are need of a romantic getaway, Bora Bora should be on the top of your list. Book your romantic escape today.

The Weather of Bora Bora and the Best Times To Travel There

As most tropical destinations can be described, Bora Bora has it’s rainy season and it’s dry season.

Starting in November and continuing through April is known as the wet season and/or the Polynesian Summer. This time period accounts for nearly 75% of the yearly rainfall in Bora Bora. The island can be quite humid this time of year and there is an overabundance of cloud cover that brings unpredictable, yet frequent rain storms. The temperature will not fluctuate that much between night and day and usually ranges between 80-86 degrees Fahrenheit. This season is known as the slow season or off season for tourists.

Though this may turn away many would be travelers, there are benefits to visiting Bora Bora during this time. There are more rooms available and it is easier to book certain tour and adventure packages and the pricing is normally a lot lower. The lower prices can help you take that dream trip you have always wanted too or allow you to take part in more of the activities the island offers. Even though it is called the wet season, there will still be plenty of sunshine.

Once May rolls around and all the way through October, we have the dry season also called the Polynesian Winter. This is the peak travel times for tourists. It is very rare for rain to fall this time of year, so you can most definitely expect your entire vacation to be filled with warm sunny days. The temperature during this season ranges between 75-82 degrees Fahrenheit and just like the Summer months, the difference between the night and day temperature is minimal.

These favorable weather conditions obviously result in a spike of tourists visiting the island with July being the most attractive. July is the month that provides the most celebrations and festivals in Bora Bora. Also, for the scuba divers, this time period provides the best underwater visibility as there is no rain or storms to stir up the waters.

All in all, just making it to Bora Bora will fullfill your exotic tropical island desires no matter what time of year you visit. Based on your desired expectations and planned activities, the above information should help you plan your vacation accordingly.

The 3 Most Popular Underwater Attractions In Bora Bora

There are so many things to do and see in Bora Bora, that finding the best things to see and fitting it all in to your schedule can be quite the task. To help give you a few ideas of the most popular underwater attractions in Bora Bora, we have put this small list together for you.

Here are 3 underwater attractions you should check out while visiting Bora Bora:

• The Bora Exotic Lagoonarium: This is the most popular attraction of tourists in Bora Bora. It is here you actually get into the water with a qualified underwater guide and get the opportunity to swim and interact with the creatures of the sea. You will find yourself swimming alongside dolphins, sharks, turtles, rays and other other exotic tropical fishes. This is the real deal, not to be confused with The Lagoonarium in Tahiti where you can not get in the water with the creatures.

• The Aqua Safari: If you like the thought of scuba diving and would like to see the beautiful underwater world of Bora Bora, but you are not certified to scuba dive, don’t worry, we have a solution. The Aqua Safari has a large, yet comfortable, helmet that allows you to view the underwater surroundings without the need for scuba dive tanks or weight belts. This is an easy to use, non-compression option that is safe and fun for all ages.

• The Aquascope: Another way to explore the amazing underwater world of Bora Bora is to take a ride in the unique Aquascope. This is a semi-submersible watercraft that cruises you around the various hot spots of the Bora Bora Lagoon while you are safely submerged below the water’s surface with amazing views of the sea life of the lagoon. This is great for those that want to stay dry in the comfort of a watercraft while getting the opportunity to everything available under the seas.

These three activities will provide something for everyone. You can choose one or choose them all depending on you schedule and desires while enjoying your Bora Bora vacation.

Dining In Bora Bora

When it comes to dining out in Bora Bora, the options are endless and can vary from a casual picnic on a secluded motu (smaller islands) with your table actually in the lagoon, to a fine dining experience with a world-class view of the Bora Bora Lagoon.

It is possible to take a tour package that includes various types of water sports, like snorkeling or shark feeding and then provides a nice picnic on a secluded beach. The lunch or dinner could be on the beach or better yet a few feet out in the lagoon. With the surrounding views and the overall peacefulness, this is quite the unique dining experience.

All the resorts in Bora Bora will have their own world class dining experiences to offer, so no matter where you are staying you will have the option to experience an elegant Polynesian dinner. Most of the fine dining restaurants will provide breathtaking panoramic views of the Bora Bora Lagoon. This makes for the perfect sunset dinner.

Some of the most popular and enjoyable restaurants on the island include Bloody Mary’s, Top Dive Restaurant and Villa Mahana.

Bloody Mary’s is a place almost everyone should visit and is the most talked about dining destination in Bora Bora. It is an extremely tropical setting as any island style restaurant would be imagined with sand flooring.

Top Dive provides quite the assortment of island style fish entrees and boasts the most beautiful view of the island’s lagoon.

Villa Mahana is 5-star dining experience in a small and intimate setting. It is highly recommended that you book a reservation for this place well in advance.

The nice thing about most of the restaurants on the island is that they will come and pick you up at your resort, which helps give the option of trying several different places without regards to their locations.

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