The journey to Bora Bora. Closest neighbor is Tahiti.
A trip to Bora Bora is all about true relaxation. Bora Bora* is located in Polynesia with its 1000 islands. The most famous is Tahiti. The Polynesian lifestyle guarantees it. The Bora Bora people are never in a hurry, and the island certainly represents this almost unattainable relaxed lifestyle for us. It is contagious, your heart rate drops, your attention increases. You live in the present for a while. Maybe it makes you think about how we live our lives back home? Once described as “a small emerald in turquoise surroundings surrounded by a brilliant string of pearls”, this almost mythical island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Many travel magazines and journals have tried to capture the extraordinary beauty of the island of Bora Bora in a few pages, a few photographs, and yet none of these are sufficient to truly reflect and describe what you experience and absorb its tropical beauty. You have to try it yourself. It takes a little over a day to reach this oasis in life, a benchmark for other ways of living. What captured Troels Kløvedahl, among other things. Traveling also means seeing other life strategies and ways of managing your life.
Things to know before traveling to Bora Bora
🗓️ Best travel time
May–October is the dry season with sun and pleasant weather (~27 °C). November–April is warmer and more humid (rainy season) – but greener, quieter and cheaper.
🧭 Practical
Currency: CFP franc (XPF, pegged to the euro) · Visa: not required for Nordic/EU citizens up to 90 days · Languages: French and Tahitian · Travel time from the Nordics: ~24–30 hours via Paris and the USA.
💶 How much does it cost? (indicative)
French Polynesia is an expensive, luxury destination. Coffee ~€4–€6 · Beer/glass of wine ~€7–€11 · 3-course dinner, mid-range ~€50–€90 per person · Hotel, mid-range ~€150–€300 · iconic overwater bungalow ~€400–€1.200+ per night.
The island is surrounded by a lagoon and a coral reef
Located at a distance of almost 230 kilometers northwest of Papeete, the island is surrounded by a lagoon and a coral reef. Right in the middle of the island, you can see the remains of an extinct volcano that mounts on two different peaks called Monte Pahia and Monte Otemanu. The highest point on the peak is 727 meters. Slightly damaged during the Second World War, Bora Bora Island today is a natural paradise, with most of the attractions in your bed. The island offers beautiful beaches that entice people to explore more, more incredible resorts and a magnificent view that cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. Bora Bora will offer memories to last a lifetime. Words are always short to describe or explain the beauty of the island. Roll your eyes to anywhere on the island and you will see captivating views that soothe the eyes and mind of all people. As a part of France, this island offers almost everything that needs to be called a paradise. It is an ideal destination for newlywed couples or newfound lovebirds. So if you're the one, don't waste time planning a destination. Just pack your bags and go to her.
The trip to Bora Bora is too long to just lie on the beach
The trip to Bora Bora actually has a lot of activities. It is honestly a weakness seen with our modern restless mind that something has to happen and we cannot bear to just relax. But don’t worry. Enjoy exploring places on foot and enjoy as much as you can. The island has many leisure activities to offer you on the beaches that stretch to offer a cozy atmosphere. When it comes to traveling, the best answer depends on personal preference. If you are a nature fanatic, the Bora Bora islands will definitely fascinate you. Miraculously, the island has so much charm and attractions that there is no one in the world who can escape it. The best time to visit the islands would be during the months of May to October when Polynesian winters bring their cool weather to appeal to everyone. During the winter season, you will find that the island is almost full of many travelers who are a bit crowded here from different parts of the world.
Cycling around Bora Bora? Only 34 km and not on a pedal boat
The round-the-island road is less than 20 miles long, so many visitors walk the entire way or ride bicycles, hitchhike, or rent a car. They exist. The best place to start is perhaps Vaitape Pier on the west coast, the island's largest town. Along the way, spectacular views of Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu, Bora Bora's two extinct volcanoes, emerge.
One way to see more of Bora Bora is to take a guided sightseeing tour. Otemanu Tours, operated in an open-top truck, takes tourists to additional exciting sites not visible from the road. This island’s charm is enhanced by a stunningly colored lagoon, whose turquoise blue changes a variety of shades throughout the day, and by the barrier reef that protects it. You’ll almost think you’re wearing tinted sunglasses with blue filters, but that’s just how it looks. An explosion of color. Part of the island’s beauty is the activities that the waters around it allow for. For those looking for a beach, Matira Beach, with its secluded shores, on the southern tip of the island, is fantastic. Diving and snorkeling opportunities are almost everywhere. The main tourist centers offer the opportunity to get up close to several species of tropical fish, colorful marine crustaceans, and brilliant coral. Manta rays are the stars of the show. The main dive centers on the island are TOPdive Bora Bora , Blue Nui Dive Center, DiveEasy, and Bora Diving Center. The trip to Bora Bora is of course also about diving. Intro on Traveltalk to the many islands of Polynesia that you can visit with a Danish travel agency. Bora Bora's tourist site *Bora Bora is an island belonging to the so-called Society Islands in French Polynesia located in Oceania, a significant part of the Pacific Ocean approximately midway between South America and Australia. The island has approx. 8800 inhabitants and is located approx. 230 km northwest of Tahiti , which is the main island in French Polynesia . Where is Bora Bora located?
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