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Bora Bora Island is the most well known and traveled French Polynesian Leeward Island. This means there are a lot of travelers and tourists year round on the island looking for things to do, see, buy, or eat.
TST makes choosing your favorite island activity easy! If you want MORE choices, simply check out our other "To Do" pages: WATERSPORTS, ISLAND FUN, ADVENTURES, RECREATION & GAMES, or RELAXATION.
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LOTS OF SHOPPING
B.P. 72, 98730- BORA BORA
Telephone/ Fax: (689) 67.70.32
E-MAIL
The oldest and largest art gallery and studio on Bora bora features the finest artists from around the Polynesian islands.
Working artists Alain and Linda have over 35 years of experience presenting
the best of the Polynesian arts in their gallery, as well as having worked and
been featured in leading galleries throughout Paris themselves.
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Paintings found in the gallery include such well known and respected artists
as: Boullaire, Marere, Teia, Gotz, Yrondi, Becaud, Vaea, Linda Jauneau, Aiu,
Hiro, Ph. Veyrier, B. Curet, Deloffre, M. Juen, Maui Seaman, M. Feltrin, Tihoti,
Mov, Tamatona Simson, and more...
We also have beautiful sculptures from M. Cresson, C. Morlot, Joan de Kat, N.
Kaimuko, Joel Tisseyre, and Moerani.
There's also bronzes from Daniel Halverson, etchings from Boullarire, Feltrin,
Duday and Erhard Lux, pottery from Peter and Hinau Owen as well as lithographs,
old etchings, tapas, artbooks, etc.
Let artist Alain show you the finest of his custom Pareo art. He has been developing
original techniques for over 25 years.
COME VISIT OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Other galleries on the island include small exhibitions at the various giftshops and boutiques.
CHEZ GARRICK YRONDI |
PATINE |
BORA BORA BRONZE WORKSHOP (D.HALVERSON) Nunue, PO. Box 410- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 79.43.83 |
ALAIN & LINDA Pofai Bay, PO. Box 72- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.70.32 |
GALERIE BORA BORA PO. Box 771, 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.67.28, Fax- (689)67.74.34 Polynesian gifts and art. |
TAMANU GALLERY Vaitape, PO. Box 554- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.66.89 Polynesian gifts and art. |
BORA BORA GALLERY Matira- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.66.75, Fax-(689)45.17.77 Black pearls custom jewelry, painting, local art. |
BORA BORA ART NAEA LOCAL STUDIO Faanui, PO. Box 286- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.71.17 Polynesian gifts and art. |
ART DU PACIFIQUE |
Shops & Boutiques
On Bora bora, there's lots of
shops and boutiques scattered about the island for you to find thousands of Polynesian goodies!
These shops carry an endless variety of Pacific Island related products, including wonderful gift ideas like island handicrafts, beautiful clothing,
paintings, paraeus, shells, books, art, nick nacks and much, much more.
Sources are from local artists as well as from the other nearby Polynesian islands.
There's also T-shirts, wall hangings, photos, and other select items of interest to travelers and tourists visiting the island.
Here's a few shops:
BORA BORA LOCAL ART STUDIO (NAEA STUDIO) |
MOANA ART |
HONEYMOON |
PAKALOLA/ BOUTIQUE BORA Viatape, P.O. Box 28- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.71.82, or 67.79.72 |
| GAUGUIN Amanahune, P.O. Box 271- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA-BORA Telephone- (689) 67.76.67, Fax- (689)67.62.01 |
FARE MAOHI Viatape, P.O. Box 664- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.63.23 |
| TAMANU Viatape, P.O. Box 554- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.66.89 |
ANAE Viatape, P.O. Box 688- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.66.65 |
PACIFIQUE SUD/ EXTREME SUD |
Black Pearls & Jewelry
The
Black Pearls of French Polynesia are so famous and coveted that TST has dedicated
a seperate shopping
category for these amazing South seas' treasures.
Well known for their quality
and beauty, Tahiti and her
surrounding islands are the leading black pearl exporters in the entire world.
There are numerous Black pearl and jewelry shops on Bora Bora.
Here's some featured choices:
MOANA ART |
MATIRA PEARL FASHION Matira Point, P.O. Box 300- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.79.14, Fax- (689)67.70.45 Tahitian Black Pearls, watches, fine jewelry, gifts, art and more... |
| O.P.E.C Amanahune, P.O. Box 3670- 98 713 Papeete- TAHITI Bora Tel./ Fax- (689) 67.61.62, Tahiti Tel./ Fax- (689)45.36.26 Experts in Polynesian commercial pearl production and culture. Tahitian Black Pearls, watches, fine jewelry, gifts, art and more... |
SIBANI PEARLS BORA BORA Located at the Bora bora Pearl Beach Resort, Sofitel Marara, and Le Meridien. PO Box 192- 98730 Vaitape, BORA BORA Telephone: (689)67.75.75, Fax- (689)67.60.60 Tahitian Black Pearls, watches, fine jewelry, gifts, art and more... |
| HERMAN PEARLS Vaitape, P.O. Box 771- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.74.34 Tahitian Black Pearls, watches, fine jewelry, gifts, art and more... |
PARADISE PEARL Viatape/ Pofai Bay, P.O. Box 269- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.61.76/ 67.79.79, Fax- (689)67.70.55 Tahitian Black Pearls, watches, fine jewelry, gifts, art and more... |
Specialty Shopping
Bora Bora also has some interesting specialty shopping and products. Here's a taste...
JESUS DE NAVARAA |
General Merchandise
General merchandise stores on Bora Bora are found scattered around the island road, both in the Fares and villages and at random locations, with the largest selection of stores in Vaitape.
From cleaning, plumbing, and building supplies to clothing, food, music, etc, etc., these stores are where the locals shop for their daily goods.
BORA CASH API |
VARIOUS SERVICES
Of course all inhabited islands of French Polynesia need basic services for day to day living. Examples range
from health and personal care to travel and real estate agents and cybercafes,
post offices, visitors bureaus, etc.
Details on the more common "services"
of Bora Bora can be found here:
Visitors Bureaus
Bora Bora has a tourism office whose goal is to help island visitors with
information and general assistance regarding tourism for Bora Bora, much
the same way Tahiti Sun Travel does!
If you need further clarifications of tourism material found in this website that we can't answer, TST recommends printing
our pages and showing them to the tourist bureau!
BORA BORA VISITORS BUREAU |
"Cyber Points" & Cafes
The cyber cafe "scene" on Bora Bora is still very limited, however, it's been getting better over
the years. What most urbanites and travelers take for granted as "cyber cafes" really haven't existed on any Society Island other than Tahiti
(in Papeete) until just recently. Instead, as the internet began to make
its mark on these islands, "cyber points" began springing up in
random places.
Basically, a society island "cyber point" is a
no frills access point to the internet and little else. No ambiance or amenities
offered. Many are located in the backs of shops or in some dark room, and
have the slowest of slow computers... until recently...
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It now seems the cyber cafe bug has hit
these islands like it has in every other developing country on earth and
the whole scene is quickly improving. Bora Bora actually has one good
place to get online and surf, check emails, etc, with a little cyber atmosphere
mixed in...
Restaurant Aloe Cafe
(Coffee Shop and Cyber Cafe formerly known as L' Appetisserie)
Located at the Vaitape shopping center
P.O. Box 189, Vaitape- BORA BORA
Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.78.88
Bora Bora's only cybercafe with 3 speedy computers for accessing the internet.
We also have printers, scanners, and webcams available for useage.
Check your emails or browse the net as you sip a coffee, tea or juice drink
(or a cold beer!) - or try our delicious homemade ice cream and wonderful fresh pastries. Also,
we serve excellent breakfasts and lunches.
Restaurants & Eating
Because Bora Bora is rather well touristed, it has a number of eating and dining establishments. Dining locations can basically be divided between the restaurants at the various hotels and pensions, and private, non-hotel related dining.
Cuisine ranges from basic island staples like fruits and fish dishes to world class French and international cuisine,
prepared by a variety of chefs, some imported directly from Paris!
As with all islands in Tahiti Polynesia, the food is usually delicious, but
you may have to sample different restaurants before you find one that suits
your taste and budget.
LOCAL & FRENCH CUISINE
Many of the restaurants on Bora Bora feature fine French and Tahitian style cooking techniques and dishes.
Here's a favorite choice:
Bloody Mary's Restaurant & Bar
B.P. 38, 98730 Pahonu, Bora Bora
Telephone- (689) 67.72.87
E-MAIL
Established in 1979, Bloody Mary's is Bora Bora's most famous bar and restaurant.
Each evening (except Sundays), the daily catch of the local fishermen from Bora Bora is displayed on ice, where after an explanation of exactly what's available on your particular evening, the host takes your order directly with the chef.
You can choose from the vast selection, pick one of our combination plates, or create your own particular combination. Crab, shrimp,steak, chicken, and a vegetarian plate are also available. It's truly a fine dining experience.
And don't forget about our lunches! A delicious menu of burgers, sandwiches, and local specialties make us a favorite among visitors and locals alike. We'll have a plate ready for you when you get here!.
Lunch / Dinner / Seafood Specialties. Closed Sunday. Round trip transfers
included.
Accept: Visa/ Mastercard/ Amex
COME SEE OUR OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS !
And many more listings...
LA BOUNTY |
TEMANUATA |
TOPDIVE Nunue, PO. Box 515- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.50.55, Fax (689) 67.50.51 Fine dining in an ecxuisate atmosphere. French and local specialities. Open every day, Free pickups! Accept: Visa/ Mastercard |
BAMBOO HOUSE Amanahune, PO. Box 176- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.76.24 Delicious Lunches and Dinners in our restaurant made entirely of Bamboo. French and Local menu specializing in seafood including lobster and crab dishes. Open every day. Free pickups from your hotel or boat. |
MAHANA VIEW Matira, 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.61.53 AU COCOTIER PO. Box 457- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.74.18 PATOTI Anau, PO. Box 614- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone/ Fax- (689) 67.61.99 |
L'ESPADON At the Revatua Club Anau, PO. Box 159- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA Telephone- (689) 67.71.67, or 67.73.31, Fax- (689) 67.76.59 French & local fine cuisine featuring fresh seafood, bouillabaisse, lobster, crab, shrimp dishes, and more. Open every day from 11:30 am- 1:00, then 6:00 pm- 8:00 |
INTERNATIONAL / ETHNIC
Here's a list of restaurants featuring international and ethnic cuisine on Bora bora:
CHEZ RICHARD |
MATIRA |
"LES
ROULOTTES"
The family run, local food trucks on Bora Bora are known as "les Roulettes"
as they are on the other islands... This is a generic term meaning "rolling
food trucks", and that's exactly what they are...
The majority of the
local people dine at these trucks or in their homes. The food is island
food. Pure and simple. Economic and tasty, these are always TST's favorite places
to eat!
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