Art Galleries & Studios
There are a number of quality art galleries and working artists on Bora Bora, exhibiting
a fine collection of arts and crafts from Bora Bora, as well as other Polynesian
islands and around the world...
The art can be seen (and purchased) in the galleries featured below or at various
other small exhibitions, giftshops and boutiques scattered about the island.
GALERIE
D'ART ALAIN LINDA
B.P. 72, 98730- BORA BORA, Telephone/ Fax: (689) 67.70.32
E-MAIL
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.
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
!
Shops & Boutiques
This section features interesting gift
shops and boutiques selling gift ideas like island handicrafts, clothing,
paintings, paraeus, shells, books, art, nick nacks and much, much more.
Our featured listing is:
BOUTIQUE PAIKI (AND FATI TATTOO)
Located on Matira Point (B.P. 592)- BORA BORA
E-MAIL
Telephone: (689) 67.50.84, Mobile: (689) 71.54.84
Polynesian gifts, arts, handicrafts, etc.
Boutique Paiki has an excellent selection of high quality arts and gifts, as well as traditional Polynesian crafts. Sources are from local artists as well as from the other islands.
We also carry T-shirts, wall hangings, photos, and other select items of interest to travelers and tourists visiting our island.
COME VISIT
OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION !
and
the other listings are as follows:
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.
Our featured choice is:
MATIRA PEARLS & FASHIONS
Located on Matira Point (B.P. 300)- BORA BORA
E-MAIL
Telephone: (689) 67.79.14, Fax: (689) 67.70.45
Wholesale and retail Black pearls and assorted Polynesian gift items.
When you arrive in Tahiti, you will be overwhelmed with information about black pearls. Some of it is very misleading and can be quite confusing. There are many different "hypes" i.e., X-rays, Official Government Certification, etc. We are happy to educate you on what to look for in a black pearl so that you will be comfortable in your purchase of these magnificent gems.
We are confident that you will like what we have to offer here at our boutique in Bora Bora. In our showroom, you will be treated to a large selection of high-quality black pearls in a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere. We are here to help you find the "right" pearl and are proud to be your source for these beautiful gems.
Americans Steve Fearon and Steve Donnatin, partners in the the Matira Pearls store since 1993, share with you 45 years of cumulative experience in Bora Bora. To provide you with quality assurance, we have a GIA-certified pearl grader on our premises.
COME VISIT
OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION !
and
the other listings are as follows:
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MOANA ART
Pofai Bay, P.O. Box 5- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA
Telephone- (689)
67.70.33, Fax- (689)67.75.49
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... |
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... |
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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... |
Specialty
Shopping
Bora Bora also has some interesting
specialty shopping and products. Here's a taste...
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JESUS DE NAVARAAA
Faanui Tereia- BP 981 Vaitape- BORA BORA, Telephone/ Fax-
(689) 67.79.12
3 dimensional portraits by local artist. Handmade craft. Great gifts to remember your Bora bora trip. |
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.
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BORA CASH API
BORA BORA, Telephone-
(689) 60.52.52, Fax- (689)67.64.67
General Grocery store. Fruits & vegatables, local products, canned food, fresh fish, cheese, imports, etc. |
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
PO. Box 144- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA, Telephone and
fax: (689) 67.76.36, President: Teiva BUCHIN
Hours: 8-4 Monday- Thursday, 8-3 on Fridays, and closed weekends.
(They are not known to have a website yet) |
"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...
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, Contact: Marc-Andre ZANI
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.
Accept: Visa/ Mastercard/
Amex
COME SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS !
RESTAURANTS/
DINING / 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 some featured choices:
BLOODY
MARY'S
Tiipoto, Telephone- (689) 67.72.86
E-MAIL
Established in 1979, Bloody Mary's is Bora Bora's most famous bar and restaurant.
Lunch / Dinner / Seafood Specialties. Closed Sunday. Round trip transfers
included
Accept: Visa/ Mastercard/ Amex
COME
SEE OUR DIRECT LINKING WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS !
And many more listings...
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LA BOUNTY
Matira, PO. Box 18-98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA
Telephone- (689) 67.70.43, Fax- (689) 67.66.20
Lunch / Dinner- Local & French cuisine, Pizzas, more
Closed Monday,
Accept: Visa/ Mastercard |
TEMANUATA
Matira, PO. Box 801- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA
Telephone- (689) 67.62.47, Fax- (689) 67.79.87
Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner , French, Local and Chinese cuisine,
Seafood Specialties. Closed Sundays.
Accept: Visa/ Mastercard/ JCB |
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
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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
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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
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INTERNATIONAL / ETHNIC
Here's
a list of restaurants featuring international and ethnic cuisine on Bora bora:
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CHEZ RICHARD
P.O. Box 792- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA
Telephone (689) 67.69.09
Chinese and oriental cuisine. |
MATIRA
Matira, PO. Box 31- 98 730 Vaitape- BORA BORA
Telephone- (689) 67.70.51, Fax- (689) 67.77.02
Chinese and oriental cuisine. |
"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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