Mount Otemanu above overwater bungalows, Bora BoraPhoto: Damien Chaudet / Unsplash

Bora Bora

The lagoon from every postcard.

Best months
May–Oct
Door to door
~17hfrom · 1 stop
Time difference
…vs San Antonio, today
Luxury room
$2,500+per night, typical
Ideal stay
6 nightsFrench Polynesia

A volcanic peak ringed by a lagoon in impossible blues, with overwater villas on the outer islets. Pair it with Moorea or a quieter atoll.

Don’t miss

  • 01Lagoon snorkel with rays and reef sharks
  • 024x4 tour up the island's interior
  • 03Breakfast delivered by outrigger canoe

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When to go

BestGoodOff-seasonClosed

May: Dry season begins.

Where to stay

Our favorite hotels here. Ask for any of them, or tell us what you like and we’ll match you.

Motu Tehotu

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

Overwater bungalows facing Mount Otemanu.

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Motu Ome'e

The St. Regis Bora Bora

Large overwater villas and a lagoonarium.

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Motu To'opua

Conrad Bora Bora Nui

Hillside and overwater villas on a quiet bay.

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Our price promise

You pay the same public rate you’d find on Expedia or the hotel’s own site, or less. On top, at no extra cost: breakfast for two every day, a $100 property credit, and an upgrade and late checkout when available. On a 6-night stay that’s worth about $460.

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Before you go

Getting there
Fly into PPT. Flight from Tahiti, then a boat to your motu, about 1.5 hours.
US passport
No visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. State Department country info ↗
Money
CFP franc (XPF)
Plugs
C and E · 220 V; many resorts also have US sockets
Language
French, Tahitian

Entry rules change. Your advisor confirms them for your passport before you book.

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