Bora Bora, French Polynesia
South Pacific Turquoise and Emerald
Experience authentic French Polynesia at our beautiful getaway at Le Moana Bora Bora, an InterContinental Resort. Author James Michener called this Polynesian island the most beautiful island in the world. Dive along the spectacular barrier reefs, go on a thrilling 4x4 safari or take in the surreal turquoise lagoon on a luxurious sunset cruise. Your overwater bungalow features a glass coffee table with direct views of the lagoon marine life below. Stay in and feed the fish from your living room or top off a postcard-perfect day with an intimate champagne dinner on the white sandy beach. Tahitian pleasures are around every corner.
Quick Facts
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Airport
PPT to BOB -
Average Temperature
83° F -
Currency
CFP Franc (XPF) -
Travel Converter
French Standard (220V) for electric outlets -
Rainy Season
November to April
Fresh Things To Do
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Shark and Ray Feeding
From the marina, a motorboat will take you outside the reef. You will snorkel and come face to face with blacktip sharks and gentle stingrays. Enjoy a champagne picnic afterward at a table right on the water.
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Safari Ride
A Land Rover and tour guide will negotiate off-road terrain, taking you on an adventure to learn about the local flora and fauna. Visit the Farm, where locals will demonstrate how they harvest black pearls directly from the shell.
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Parasailing
Offering one of the highest parasail rides in the world, you will soar up to 900 feet above the water for a stunning bird's eye view and 350-degree views of the deep blue lagoons of Bora Bora.
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Island Shopping
You'd be remiss to return home without some of the regional wares. Peruse engraved mother of pearl shells, fresh coffee beans, handmade soaps and various works of art by designers on the island.
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Cultural Demonstrations
Every day, a Polynesian staff member will demonstrate local customs such as opening a coconut with the ancient method that requires only a sharp stick, tying a colorful pareo or cooking a Tahitian marinated fish.
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Valley of the Kings
Explore the remnants of ancient villages and ceremonial religious sites. A local guide will lead you through lush valleys and weave tales of Polynesian legend. Along the way, you will taste fresh island fruits and coconuts.
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Featured Activity
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Diving into the Waters of Bora Bora
With lagoons as far as the eye can see, Bora Bora is a premier diving destination. With TOPDIVE Bora Bora, you can receive a beginner certification that will allow you to dive 30 feet underwater with a diving master. PADI open water certification is also available but requires more training time to obtain.
The Aquarium. This protected dive site is comfortable and ideal for beginners. Dozens of fish varieties pass through coral formations at a diving maximum depth of 16 feet.
Blue Honeymoon Dive. A romantic underwater vow renewal is available to couples vacationing to Bora Bora. This is a private dive with a certified instructor and underwater photography.
Shark Diving. Feeling bold? Many species of sharks thrive in Polynesian waters and the experienced dive masters at TOPDIVE can assure the safest possible conditions to view white tip lagoon, grey reef, blacktip reef and lemon sharks.
Toopua Dive. A 25-minute boat ride takes you to this lagoon dive, which features a variety of tropical fish and anemones. A large sand bank at the bottom is home to stingrays and eagle rays.
Our Personal Vacation Advisors and Destination Concierge team are always happy to share additional details on this Featured Activity and other information about vacationing with Inspirato in this destination.
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Travel Tips
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Complimentary Breakfast
Your stay comes with complimentary American breakfast at the resort between 7 and 10 am. Breakfast includes fresh fruits, coffee, tea, bread, butter, jam, pancakes, eggs and veggies. Walk to this plentiful buffet to fuel up for the day's adventures.
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Boat Shuttle
A complimentary boat shuttle, exclusive to our members, will take you on a ten minute ride to Thalasso Resort & Spa, where you can spend the day using the spa and fitness center. Their tennis facilities, pool and restaurants are also available.
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No Tipping
Historically, tipping is not a part of the Tahitian culture and services that may require a gratuity are already included in the fee. Though the resort is not all-inclusive, tipping is not expected in Bora Bora as it is not customary.
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Bloody Mary’s
Don't leave Bora Bora without dining at Bloody Mary's, a thatch-roofed restaurant built on the beachside in 1979 and famous for grilling the catch of the day. Stools and tables are made from tropical wood and a sand floor allows for relaxed, barefoot dining.
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Weather
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Forecasting Your Bora Bora Vacation
Bora Bora is nothing short of paradise, with sunshine glistening off turquoise water and white sand beaches. This near-perfect scene endures for most of the year. The summer season, roughly November through March, receives the bulk of annual rainfall while the winter season is drier. Whenever you visit, relaxing in the pristine surf should be on your itinerary: water temperatures average in the 80s.
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Map of Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Google Maps satellite images are not always up-to-date, especially in non-U.S. destinations. Some Inspirato accommodations are located in developments built after images were last updated. Our pin placements represent our best location estimates, but actual locations may vary.