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Sail Bora Bora’s glassy lagoon on a private 40-foot catamaran: snorkel reef gardens, relax at a floating bar, and explore shallow bays with a dedicated captain. This four-hour private trip blends active snorkeling with chilled island service.
Sail Bora Bora’s glassy lagoon on a private 40-foot catamaran: snorkel reef gardens, relax at a floating bar, and explore shallow bays with a dedicated captain. This four-hour private trip blends active snorkeling with chilled island service.
The catamaran slips away from the pier and the lagoon opens like a cool, glassy room—clear water stretching to the coral rim and the jagged silhouette of Mount Otemanu watching from the island. A former racing 40-ft catamaran becomes a private playground for your group: sail, stop, and slide into warm water thick with reef life, then dry off at a floating bar where ice-cold drinks and chilled music set the tempo.
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Operated by Sailing Bora Bora · Vaitape, Bora Bora
The catamaran slips away from the pier and the lagoon opens like a cool, glassy room—clear water stretching to the coral rim and the jagged silhouette of Mount Otemanu watching from the island. A former racing 40-ft catamaran becomes a private playground for your group: sail, stop, and slide into warm water thick with reef life, then dry off at a floating bar where ice-cold drinks and chilled music set the tempo.
Bora Bora is a volcanic remnant ringed by a living coral reef that built the famous turquoise lagoon. Polynesian navigators settled these islands centuries ago; European contact and later 20th-century developments, including wartime supply lines, reshaped local trade and tourism. Today the lagoon’s patch reefs and shallow bays are managed as both cultural places and marine habitat.
Expect 4 hours aboard with a private captain who guides stops at snorkeling sites, shallow sandbanks, and a calm “Paradise Bay” for the floating bar experience. Snorkel over bommies to see reef fish, rays, and the occasional turtle; currents are usually mild inside the lagoon but vary with tides. The trip includes hotel pickup and bottled refreshments—pack reef-safe sunscreen, a mask you trust, and a light cover-up for the breeze.
Practical points: wear water shoes for stepping into shallows, secure cameras in waterproof cases, and time tours for morning or late afternoon to avoid peak sun. This half-day balances sailing thrill, marine viewing, and relaxed beach-style service—ideal for families, couples, or small groups seeking a private slice of Bora Bora’s lagoon life.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; ability to climb a short ladder and swim lightly is helpful
Yes — the booking reserves the catamaran for your party and a private captain who customizes stops within the lagoon.
No; the trip is suitable for all fitness levels, but being comfortable in shallow snorkeling and able to use a mask is recommended.
Yes; bottled water, snacks, and alcoholic beverages are included, and there’s a floating bar experience in shallow water.
Yes — hotel pickup and drop-off are included; provide exact pickup details when booking.
Bora Bora formed from an extinct volcano and later became a hub for Polynesian settlement; its lagoon has long been central to local fishing and navigation.
The coral reef is sensitive—use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral, and follow captain guidance to minimize anchor and contact damage.
Sailing Bora Bora operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The catamaran slips away from the pier and the lagoon opens like a cool, glassy room—clear water stretching to the coral rim and the jagged silhouette of Mount Otemanu watching from the island. A former racing 40-ft catamaran becomes a private playground for your group: sail, stop, and slide into warm water thick with reef life, then dry off at a floating bar where ice-cold drinks and chilled music set the tempo.
The catamaran slips away from the pier and the lagoon opens like a cool, glassy room—clear water stretching to the coral rim and the jagged silhouette of Mount Otemanu watching from the island. A former racing 40-ft catamaran becomes a private playground for your group: sail, stop, and slide into warm water thick with reef life, then dry off at a floating bar where ice-cold drinks and chilled music set the tempo.
Bora Bora is a volcanic remnant ringed by a living coral reef that built the famous turquoise lagoon. Polynesian navigators settled these islands centuries ago; European contact and later 20th-century developments, including wartime supply lines, reshaped local trade and tourism. Today the lagoon’s patch reefs and shallow bays are managed as both cultural places and marine habitat.
Expect 4 hours aboard with a private captain who guides stops at snorkeling sites, shallow sandbanks, and a calm “Paradise Bay” for the floating bar experience. Snorkel over bommies to see reef fish, rays, and the occasional turtle; currents are usually mild inside the lagoon but vary with tides. The trip includes hotel pickup and bottled refreshments—pack reef-safe sunscreen, a mask you trust, and a light cover-up for the breeze.
Practical points: wear water shoes for stepping into shallows, secure cameras in waterproof cases, and time tours for morning or late afternoon to avoid peak sun. This half-day balances sailing thrill, marine viewing, and relaxed beach-style service—ideal for families, couples, or small groups seeking a private slice of Bora Bora’s lagoon life.