GETTING SERIOUS ABOUT IT: For more serious, strenous, and longer hiking trips, trekking, climbing and exploring ideas, visit our Hiking & Climbing section on the adventures page now!

USING LAND ROVERS AND 4 WHEEL DRIVES: There is one company that explores Bora bora by use of rugged 4 wheel drive vehicles. Visit our special 4x4 Safari section on the adventures page now!

FOR MORE TOURING: Be sure and visit our Lagoon Excursions (below), our Bus & Mini Van Tours on the RELAXATION page, or our comprehensive "What To See" section for lots more sightseeing ideas, island attractions, and other interesting things to do and see on Bora Bora!

TAAROA III PO. Box 617- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA, Contact: Mr. Pascal MORIZOT, Mrs. Sylvie SAUVAGE Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.64.30 40 ' racing catamaran Fleury Michon. Sailing and snorkeling trips in the lagoon and sunset cruises.

O'HANA TOURS Based at Le Meridien Hotel, Contact: Mr. Bernard MARMILLON, Telephone- (689) 60.51.88 / 60.51.03, Fax- (689) 60.51.88 2- Special 65 foot catamarans designed for lagoon cruises. Snorkeling and sailing trips and sunset cruises. Custom cruises available for groups, charters, etc. Minimum 6, Maximum 42 passengers.

By OUTRIGGER CANOE

Take a Tahitian outrigger canoe cruise of the famous Bora Bora lagoon! These motorized canoes are common throughout the islands of Tahiti Polynesia and are a great way to take a lagoon cruise. Although hardly "traditional" with their engines, the basic style is the same the Polynesians have used to travel throughout the islands for years.

Here's a list of companies ready to go:


RAANUI TOURS
Natives of Bora bora, Raanui tours look forward to an excellent day on the lagoon with you. Their specialties are shark and ray feeding, and also snorkel tours that combine great snorkeling with relaxing Motu picnics. TOPeXcursions is your booking contact.
COME SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBPAGE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!

Book this activity through TOP eXcursions- Bora Bora -
"LOCAL EXPERTS BOOKING ALL YOUR BORA BORA ISLAND ACTIVITIES"
B.P. 515, Vaitape- BORA BORA, Telephone- (689) 60.50.50, Fax- (689) 60.50.51

BOOK ANY 2 TOPeXcursions ACTIVITIES TO RECEIVE A DISCOUNT OFF PUBLISHED OUTFITTER PRICES!

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MARONA TOURS Based out of the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Hotel P.O. Box 111- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Tel. (689) 67.72.26 or 60.40.16, Fax (689) 60.40.03 2 locally built outrigger canoes, 30 and 35 feet. Minimum 4, maximum 36 passengers. Half and full day lagoon tours, picnic included.	TEREMOANA TOURS (Matira point), P.O. Box 282- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Tel.(689) 67.71.38, Fax (689) 67.74.27, Contact: Mr. Noel LEVARD Locally built 36 foot outrigger canoe, Minimum 6, maximum 20 passengers. Full day lagoon tours, picnic included.
MATIRA TOURS EXCURSIONS Located on Matira point on Bora Bora, P.O. Box 118- 98 730, Vaitape- BORABORA) Contact: Mr. Ioane TINORUA Telephone/ fax- (689) 67.70.97 Locally built, 33 ' outrigger canoe for cruising the Bora bora lagoon. Minumum 4, maximum 12 passengers. Lunch and barbecue included on full day trips.	SHARK BOY OF BORA BORA P.O. Box 119- 98 730 , Vaitape- BORABORA Contact: Mr. Evan TEMARII Telephone/ fax- (689) 67.60.93/ or 78.27.42 7 locally built outrigger canoes- 32' each Minimum 8, maximum 42 passengers/each. 1/2 or full day lagoon cruises, picnic included.
BORA LAGOONARIUM PO. Box 56- 98 730 Vaitape, BORA BORA, Contact: Mrs. Teura or Claudine TEHEIURA, Telephone- (689) 67.71.34, Fax- (689)67.60.29 5 locally built outrigger canoes ranging from 31 to 64 feet. Minimum 4, maximum 175 passengers each. Half or full day lagoon excursions with picnic included. SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!	MOANAREVA TOURS Rofau Bay, P.O. Box 790- 98 730 , Vaitape- BORABORA Contact: Mr. Eric MOASEN Telephone/ fax- (689) 67.60.27 2 outrigger motorized canoes- 30' each Minimum 4, maximum 24 passengers/each. 1/2 or full day cruises in the Bora bora lagoon.
KEISHI TOURS P.O. Box 995- 98 730 , Vaitape- BORABORA Contact: Mr. Evan TEMARII, Telephone- (689) 67.67.31/ or 79.26.56, Fax- (689)67.60.93 2 outrigger motorized canoes- 32' and 35" feet. Minimum 6, maximum 12 passengers/each. 2 hour, 1/2 day, or full day Bora Bora lagoon cruises: picnic, feed rays and sharks, visit coral gardens, snorkeling, touring.	MAOHI NUI EXCURSIONS (PATRICKS ACTIVITIES) Anau, P.O. Box 261- 98 730 , Vaitape- BORABORA Contact: Mr. Patrick TAIRUA, Telephone- (689) 67.69.94/ 79.19.11 1 outrigger motorized canoe, with awning- 30 feet. Minimum 2, maximum 12 passengers. PRIVATE cruises on the Bora bora lagoon. SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!

By POWERBOAT or CRUISER:

There are also a few companies that specialize in powerboat or cruising tours of Bora Bora's lagoon. Styles can be very basic 1/2 day lagoon tours to deluxe private or custom tours catering to your every need. See these listings for details:


BORA BORA DISCOVERY
Located on the island of Bora Bora in French Polynesia. (BP1209 Vaitape 98730 - BORA BORA)
Telephone: (689) 79.11.62  E-MAIL & RESERVATIONS

Premium course around the Bora bora lagoon with a stopover in a secluded local restaurant on a motu with a swimming pool, shower, toilets, etc...
The day includes an "in water" picnic, shark watching and feeding, ray touching, snorkeling, swimming, learning about the island and much more.
6 hour tours- flexible schedules...

JAPANESE CONNECTION: (Click for Japanese website)

We are the only shark feeding/ ray touching tour with a Japanese guide on the island of Bora Bora.

PLEASE SEE OUR WEBPAGES FOR ALL THE DETAILS!

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MOANA ADVENTURE TOURS
Located at Pofai Bay- BoraBora, (P.O. Box 220, Vaitape- BORA BORA)
E-MAIL & RESERVATIONS
Telephone- (689) 67.61.41 / mobile: 78.27.37, Fax- (689) 67.61.26

Join us on our customized lagoon cruisers for a day you won't forget! Being the first activity provider on the island, we have 30 years of experience in sharing the beauty of the nicest lagoon in the world.
In addition to these private lagoon tours, we regularly schedule many additional activities on Bora Bora:
CLASSIC GLASS BOTTOM BOAT RIDES, DEEP SEA AND LAGOON FISHING TRIPS, and SNORKELING SAFARI ADVENTURES (Shark and Ray feeding), PICNICS ON A MOTU, and more....

With MOANA ADVENTURE TOURS you will find the right activity to suit your budget.

COME SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBPAGE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!

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BORA PRIVATE TOUR Located near the Bora Bora Yacht Club PO. Box 474- 98 730 Vaitape, BORA BORA, Contact: Mr. Patrick BARDOU, Telephone- (689) 67.67.01 or 79.22.79 Locally built 18 foot fiberglass hull powerboat cruises of the Bora Bora lagoon. Half or full days. Picnics included with full day. Minimum 2, maximum 4 passengers per trip.	RENE & MAGY LOCATIONS Located at the beach club Bora Bora Hotel, PO. Box 196- 98 730 Vaitape, BORA BORA Contact: Mr. & Mrs. Rene and Magy TROUILHET Telephone- (689) 67.60.61, Fax- (689) 67.61.01 1/2 and full day lagoon excursions, snorkeling, motu picnics. WE ALSO RENT 6 AND 15 HP MOTORBOATS for day rentals.
MIRI TOURS P.O. Box 914- 98 730 , Vaitape- BORABORA Contact: Mr. Heimana BASTIEN Telephone- (689) 67.78.98, Fax-(689) 67.71.82 1 covered motor boat- 27', Minimum 6, maximum 12 passengers/each. 1/2 or full day lagoon cruises in the Bora bora lagoon.	TEIVA TOURS Anau, P.O. Box 393- 98 730 , Vaitape- BORABORA Contact: Mr. Theirry MULATIER Telephone- (689) 67.64.26/ or 73.75.74, Fax-(689) 67.24.26 1 fiberglass hull cruiser with shade awning- 21 ft, Minimum 6, maximum 12 passengers. PRIVATE cruises on the Bora bora lagoon.

OCEAN LIFE EXPERIENCE (LAGOON) BP 1100 - Bora Bora, Mobile: (689) 74 51 11 / Tel-fax: (689) 67 78 31, Contact: Rodolphe HOLLER An educational and thrilling marine "eco tour" aboard a comfortable jet boat with a maximum of 6 passengers at a time (in order to provide our guests with a feeling of uniquess and friendliness). We'll stop, snorkel and swim at various sheltered spots in the lagoon or just outside the pass in order to discover as much marine life as possible and understand the local eco system (sharks, coral, tropical fish, dolphins & whales during season, sea birds, geology of the island, etc...) Our focus is on a respect for nature and total quality service. 1/2 and full day organized or private custom tours.

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SUBMARINE
Yes, there's actually a submarine on Bora bora... just when you thought you'd seen it all, look out folks, it's the Spirit of Adventure!

This custom underwater cruiser has a 360 degree view for all seats, taking you down to 25 meters (75 feet) deep in the Bora Bora lagoon. You'll see all the usual marine life suspects: sting rays, jackfishes, snappers, damselfish, multi colored beauties, and beatiful coral all around. If you get lucky, you might even see a turtle, moray eel, or shark.
    
No matter what you see, this submarine is definately a unique Bora bora experience...

SPIRIT OF THE PACIFIC
Vaitape- BORA BORA                    E-MAIL & BOOKINGS
Telephone: (689)67.64.00,
Fax: (689) 67.65.67 or cell phone (689) 71.99.00

(Reserve tours from this link, your hotel, or our website)
360 % views of the spectacular undersea world of Bora Bora.

SEE ALL THE DETAILS ON OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE NOW!

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VISIT THE "LAGOONARIUM"
Definately unique to Bora bora and a favorite of many travelers, the Bora exotic LAGOONARIUM is pure island fun- with no equal fun anywhere in the world... There IS another LAGOONARIUM on Tahiti, but you can't get in the water with the creatures, so it's really not the same thing...

At the Bora bora LAGOONARIUM, you will not only see, but actually INTERACT with the amazing creatures of the Bora bora lagoon as you swim alongside them with an experienced underwater guide. All the creatures you've seen pictures of and heard about are here: Turtles, sharks and rays, tropical fishes in incredible numbers, and more...

A visit to the LAGOONARIUM is more than just enjoying the marine life of the amazing LAGOONARIUM:
There are a number of daily activities on the list. Experience SHARK AND RAY FEEDING EXHIBITIONS, circle island tours, picnics on a private motu, snorkeling at the Coral Gardens and more!

BORA EXOTIC LAGOONARIUM
B.P. 56, Vaitape- BORABORA   E-MAIL & Reservations
Come visit our unique, Tahitian family owned waterpark on a private Motu. You will see and meet the amazing creatures of the Bora bora lagoon!

Also, while on the island, why not stay at our Comfortable MID- RANGE PENSION located on the shore of Bora bora? It's an affordable alternative to many high priced options on the island.
Telephone- (689) 67.71.34, Fax- (689) 67.60.29 (Reserve tours from your hotel or book here on the net!)
CHECK OUT OUR DIRECT WEBPAGE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!

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HORSEBACK RIDING
Experiencing Bora Bora by horseback is certainly a wonderful and unforgettable experience, however, the activity is limited because the only company in the area that makes this possible is actually located on a private motu in the lagoon!

 There, you'll ride horses along the beaches of a tropical motu in total peace and surrounding beauty.   

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LIGHT TACKLE FISHING

Fishing the reefs just outsife the Bora bora lagoon is a great way to spend the day. You don't really even have to be a fishing enthusiast to have fun doing it. The clean air, water, and Polynesian sun will be ample rewards for your time spent out on the water. If you catch some fish, (and you will) that's just an extra bonus!

Here's a business that offers a great light tackle fishing experience!

MOANA ADVENTURE TOURS
Located at Pofai Bay- Bora Bora
(P.O. Box 220, Vaitape- BORA BORA)   E-MAIL & RESERVATIONS
Telephone- (689) 67.61.41 / mobile: 78.27.37, Fax- (689) 67.61.26


Enjoy a half day fishing experience on our famous 17 foot Boston Whaler. Morning or afternoon, our expert captain will take you to the best fishing grounds outside the reef, trolling for jacks, wahoo, barracuda, mahi-mahi, bonito, yellow fin tuna and occasionally marlin ... The calmer waters of the lagoon will also allow for some quiet light tackle hand line spinning and fishing near the barrier reef. Fly fishermen with their own equipment are also welcome.

In addition to these fishing trips, we also offer CLASSIC GLASS BOTTOM BOAT RIDES, SHARK & RAY FEEDING SNORKEL SAFARIS, PICNICS ON A MOTU and, for those of you that don't want to be mixed with the crowds, our exclusive PRIVATE LAGOON TOURS. With MOANA ADVENTURE TOURS you will find the right activity to suit your budget.

COME SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBPAGE FOR ALL THE DETAILS!

Don't miss our Deep Sea Fishing section for more sportfishing opportunities!

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CAMPING
Sadly, as is the case with most other islands in French Polynesia, camping on Bora Bora is rather limited. There are only a few "official" spots to camp, and they are on the grounds of certain pensions. These "campgrounds" can serve as alternatives to hotel stays for those of you who like the outdoors. Basic amenities will vary but may include communal shower and bath facilities, communal kitchens, and storage space.

The 2 places on Bora Bora that advertise camping on their premises are listed below.


Of course, there will always be those adventurous and rugged backpacker types that will inevitably seek hidden spots along the shorelines of the lagoon or quiet places in the interior to rest for the nights. The locals won't encourage this because MOST OF THE SHORE ACREAGE IS PRIVATE PROPERTY, but if you must: Beware, take heed, give respect when confronting a property owner, and definately, NO garbage and NO fires. Good ideas for campers: Bring your own tent and get permission from any landowners you happen

Lastly, if anybody finds out any other good places to camp on Bora Bora, please email us with the details and we'll share the knowledge here for future campers.

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FLIGHTSEEING & HELICOPTER TOURS
If you're fortunate enough to have the financial ability to partake in a helicopter or small airplane tour of Bora Bora or any of the other Society Islands, we highly recommend it. Although no TST member has experienced this activity "just for fun", we can only imagine from our many airplane flights between the islands how nice it would be.

Flying over these islands is something different and always amazing... the colors of the ocean and all their blue tones with a lush and green island oasis seemingly placed on top is an amazing and unforgettable sight.

Go to our Getting Here & Around page for helicopter and charter plane touring options.

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