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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