Holiday Destination: Bora Bora

Bora Bora is an island in the Leeward group of the Society Islands of French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The island, located about 230 km northwest of Papeete, is surrounded by a lagoon and a barrier reef. In the center of the island are the remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu, the highest point at 727 mts. Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its aqua centric luxury resorts. Truly, the most romantic island in the world. From the dramatic scenery to the privacy and amenities of the overwater bungalows, everything in Bora Bora equals a 10 on the romance scale. The major settlement, Vaitape is on the western side of the main island, opposite the main channel into the lagoon. Produce of the island is mostly limited to what can be obtained from the sea and the plentiful coconut trees, which were historically of economic importance for copra. Lush tropical slopes and valleys blossom with hibiscus, while palm covered motu circle the illuminated lagoon like a delicate necklace. Perfect white sand beaches give way to emerald waters where colored fish animate the coral gardens as they greet the giant manta rays. This could be easily be described as the center of the romantic universe, where luxury resorts and spas dot the island with overwater bungalows, thatchedroof villas, and fabled ambience.

Climate

Summer 30 °C (86 °F), Winter 23 °C (74 °F)

Tourist Season

May and October is the best for visiting Bora Bora.

Accommodation

Hotels and Resort.

General Information Of Bora Bora

• Land Area: 11.31 sq mi (29.3 km2)
• Population: 8 Thousand.
• Capital City: Îles Sous-le-vent.
• Language: English and Tahiti.

Tourist Attraction in or Near by Bora Bora

Matira Beach

Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its aqua centric luxury resorts, which feature over the water bungalows. Over the water bungalows in Bora Bora. Soak up the sun at the most popular beach in Bora Bora. Located on the southern tip of the island, this beach is made up of white sand and includes a walking trail that leads those on Bora Bora travel to a World War II site. When the tides are low, beach goers can walk out to the reef or, when the tide is high, enjoy snorkeling. More active guests can enjoy traditional Asia Pacific travel water sports, such as kayaking and canoeing.

Marae Temples

It is believed that the first signs of human life on Bora Bora dates back to 900 A.D. These ancient Polynesians once called Bora Bora Mai Te Pora,'which literally means created by the Gods. Because of its mystical past, about 40 traditional open air stone temples or maraes, still exist on the island. Like in the other Leeward Islands, Bora Bora's marae are not enclosed, and their large altars are raised, smooth coral platforms. The Polynesians used the temples for religious and cultural ceremonies such as presenting the gods with ritual gifts of fruit and other foods, celebrating weddings and victories, or enthroning a king.

Polynesian Dance

Traditional Polynesian song and dance is inspired by the ancient legends and folklore passed down from their gods. Officially banned following the religious conversion of the late 19th century, It was the onset of tourism in the 20th century that helped to revive these traditional customs. A traditional female dancer was wrapped in tapa decorated with feathers, shells and mother of pearl. The costumes of today’s female dancers include a more, a belt and a bra made of seashells or coconut shells. Male dancers also wear a more, a belt and a large headdress. Dancers hold feathers or pompoms to accentuate their moves and move to the beats of a variety of drums, nasal flutes, conch shells and ukuleles.

Lagoonarium

A Lagoonarium is an outdoor aquarium or fishpark that specializes in displaying the fish and marine life of a lagoon. There are only 2 LAGOONARIUMS in all of French Polynesia. One is in Tahiti, and the other is here on Bora Bora. Our lagoonarium is the largest of the 2 lagoonariums by far and the most well known. One of the reasons for this is because our lagoonarium is the only one where you actually can join in and swim around with creatures in the wate. In fact, you are encouraged to do so and it promises to be the highlight of your day. You'll get a snorkel and mask and be able to socialize with the amazing creatures of the Bora bora lagoon. Accompanying you in the Lagoonarium are our well trained guides. They will show you the best way to see and touch the animals that you've seen and heard so much about.

Tupuna Safari

Tupuna Safari 4x4's comfortable Range Rover 4x4's will take you on a tour of Bora Bora you will never forget. This fully-guided, 3-hour island excursion is enjoyed in a Range Rover 4×4 and is the perfect way for those enjoying Asia Pacific travel to get to know the island quickly. Locals serve as the tour guides and not only drive visitors around but offer facts about the history, culture and politics of Bora Bora as well as information about traditional Polynesian life. Approximately 3 hours in length, our tours circumnavigate the entire paved road system of the island of Bora Bora as well as many parts of the island you can only see from the back roads.

Accessibility

Bus Terminal in or Near by

Club Med Bora Bora

Bp 6, Vaitape 98730
French Polynesia

Airport

Bora Bora Airport: For International and Domestic flights.

Raiatea Airport: For International and Domestic flights.