Outdoor Activities in Bora Bora

Written by Viator, July 2012

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Good for Kids, Good Place to Relax, Walking/Hiking

Without a doubt, Bora Bora's greatest attraction is its consistent warm and sunny climate which remains fairly stable all year round. As a result (and as you may have guessed) the most common outdoor activities on the island all revolve around the beaches and the ocean.

The most popular activities for visitors are swimming and snorkeling in the warm waters of the lagoon. The island is surrounded by a barrier reef which is home to over 500 species of marine life, so there is a lot to discover! Scuba diving trips are also easily arranged, or, if you'd rather reinforce your position at the top of the food chain, you can go on a deep sea fishing excursion. Adventure activities are also popular including jet-ski tours, parasailing and kite surfing.

Up on land there are plenty of options as well. There are several hikes through the jungle, none lasting longer than an afternoon, as well as jeep tours which will take you up to see the WWII cannons.
You can also climb Mount Pahia, although it's recommended to hire a guide as some people have become lost or injured on the steep hike.

However you decide to spend your time, remember to wear sunscreen against the super strong tropical sun!

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Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Bora Bora Snorkel, Sharkfeeding and Lagoonarium Full-Day Tour including Picnic Lunch

Lots of fun, very entertaining Tahitian locals singing dancing playing ukulele while boating us to snorkeling spots, pearl farm, vanilla plantation and finally to a private motu for local style lunch and lagoonarium experience.

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Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Bora Bora Snorkel, Sharkfeeding and Lagoonarium Full-Day Tour including Picnic Lunch

This trip was fantastic. The guides Max and his brother were terrific. The snorkeling was a 10 and we couldn't have been happier.

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Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Bora Bora Snorkel, Shark and Ray Feeding Excursion

Outstanding, once in a lifetime experience. The guys, Ty and Leroy, were excellent guides and even played ukelele while we swam with the sharks and rays. Our afternoon trip was made even more enjoyable by the fact that we were the only couple on the boat, making for a private trip with our own personalized guides.

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