Circle Bora Bora’s luminous lagoon by motorized outrigger on a private full-day tour. Snorkel coral gardens, meet stingrays in waist-deep water, and enjoy a private Polynesian barbecue on a motu.
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You push off from a low wharf and the lagoon takes over: a broad sheet of water that changes from glassy turquoise to cathedral-deep blue as the outrigger skims toward the reef.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable swimming short distances and entering shallow water.
Wildlife
History
Bora Bora’s lagoon is the remnant of a volcanic caldera rim and has long supported Polynesian fishing settlements; during WWII the island also served as an Allied base, which shaped modern infrastructure.
Conservation
Coral reefs here are sensitive to sunscreen, pollution and anchoring—use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral, and follow guides’ anchoring and wildlife interaction rules.
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Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding and bring a small tube for reapplication—the lagoon’s sun reflects strongly off the water.
Prepare for motion
If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventative medication at least 30 minutes before departure; the boat can roll in the channel.
Bring motu footwear
Soft-soled water shoes or sandals protect feet on coral sand and when walking short rocky stretches on the motu.
Give marine life space
Do not touch or chase rays and sharks—stay calm and still to observe them safely and minimize stress to animals.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin while reducing harm to coral and marine life.
summer
Quick-dry swimsuit and towel
Dries fast between snorkeling stops and during island breaks.
Light waterproof jacket
Useful for sudden tropical showers, especially in the wetter months.
winter
Water shoes
Protects feet on coral sand and sharp edges when landing on a motu.