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Is Patrick's Tours still operating? 
I booked an excursion last year with Patrick's Tours for April 17, 2023, for several people on our cruise ship. After initial contact setting up the tour, …

Outrigger Canoe Rentals in Bora Bora? 
Hello! My fiance and I are coming to Bora Bora in June 2020 for our honeymoon. We're from California, and paddle outrigger canoes with our local club …

Bora Bora Shuttle Bus to Hotel Maitai 
Hi Melinda, Thanks again for your great website. In several different places online I have read that there are buses that run between Vaitape and …

Swimming woth the Rays and Sharks tour 
Two years ago my husband and I took a tour to swim with the rays and sharks and enjoy a meal on a Motu afterwards with a guide named Patrick. I believe …

Full-face Snorkeling mask - anywhere to rent one in Bora Bora? 
Hello, Thank you for creating such a content-rich web site and answering questions! I enjoy reading the informative content and love your photos. …

Land based circular tour of Bora Bora 
Hi, My husband and I will be arriving on a cruise ship in April and would like to book a land-based circular island tour (preferably not a 4x4 tour - …

US Citizens needing a passport? 
Hi, I am going to Bora Bora in about 8 months and I was wondering, do I need a passport to enter? Bora Bora Island Guide's response Hi Tori, …

Things to do in Bora Bora?  
Hello! Thank you for some amazing tips! I will be staying in an overwater bungalow at Le Meridien from Dec. 26-28. I will be visiting alone and I …

Changing Money for Tahiti 
What is the most cost effective way to change USD? Bora Bora Island Guide Hi Donna, Converting money either before you arrive or at the airport …

Is April a good month to visit? 
We are booked to travel the first week of April and I'm having second thoughts about the possibility of rainy weather. Our travel agent assured us should …

Second honeymoon 
I read a lot of "exclusivity" information for newlyweds. I also heard that huts were reserved for said newlywed honeymooners. We wanted to go for our second …

Weather in September 
We are planning on staying at the St Regis resort in September. I am a little concerned with the weather at this time as some of the photos make it look …

Bora Bora Lagoonarium 
We are travelling to Bora Bora on a cruise ship. How do we visit the Lagoonarium? Are there taxis at the Port that will take us there? What is …

Getting to the Hilton Bora Bora 
Hi there, Firstly, I would like say how much I love this website. Finding information on the islands is quite difficult but this site is really helping …

Is Bora Bora Kid friendly? 
Is bringing a one year old a good idea? It will be our first family trip and I want to make sure it's safe for us to go... Do's and dont's? Bora Bora …

Island Lagoon Cruise with Lunch for non-snorklers 
Dear Bora Bora, I am a Travel Agent and am looking for a Lagoon Cruise/Tour - with Lunch for 2 seniors- arriving by cruise ship in Bora Bora on November …

Travel agent for Bora Bora 
Do you recommend using a local travel agent and if so, who do you recommend? Bora Bora Island Guide's Response Hi Leslie, The travel agency …

Scuba diving Bora Bora and Surrounds 
When is the best time to scuba dive in Bora Bora? What are the best dive companies? Any other islands around Bora Bora you would recommend visiting to …

Navigating with personal boat in Bora Bora 
Hi, We want to hire a boat from La Plage for multiple days or every day rent it for the day. The 13ft boat. We will be staying on a Motu and not a resort …

Who do you book through? 
Hi there, My finance and I are planning to have our wedding in Bora Bora next year in April or May. It will be just the two of us. Still narrowing down …

How can we get in touch with Temanava Tours? 
We are so excited to visit Bora Bora for the first time in January next year. You speak highly of Temenava Tours, but I can find no contact info for them. …

Is dialysis available in Bora Bora 
Can you please advise if Dialysis is available in Bora Bora? Many thanks, Lindsay Bora Bora Island Guide's response: Hi Lindsay, The main …

Kayak rental for cruise ship passengers 
Hello, I will be arriving Bora Bora by Princess cruise ship in the Fall. I would like to go to Matira beach and also rent a kayak. Are kayaks available …

Money exchange 
Hi, I will be coming to Bora Bora soon and would like to learn the money exchange. What is 1 US dollar in their money? Thank you Nina …

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Bike rental in Bora Bora 
Good morning, I would like to rent a bike on Bora Bora, but cannot find a web site that offers rentals. I called Avis and they said they do not do bike …

Tahiti Necklace  
I have a necklace from Tahiti and I lost the black pearl. Is there anyway to replace the black pearl? Bora Bora Island Guide's Response: It sounds …

Rental at Matira Beach? 
Can you rent snorkle equipment, umbrellas and beach chairs at Matira Beach please? Bora Bora Island Guide's Response You will need to bring your …

Matria Beach facilities 
We are coming off a cruise ship and going to Matria beach for the day. Are there restrooms, lounge chairs, drinks, food and unbrellas for use and rent? …

Getting to Bora Bora 
Hi, I will be flying to Bora Bora via Auckland from Bangkok. Do I need to go through immigration in Auckland and would I need a New Zealand visa ? …

When to visit Bora Bora 
Hello, First of all this is a great site, extremely helpful. We are currently in the process of planning our honeymoon for bora bora 20th to 28th of …

More Bora Bora FAQS 
We tried to take a trip of a lifetime to Bora Bora several years ago in Feburary and had to cancel literally on our way there because of a horrible tropical …

Bora Bora restaurants and Eating in Bora Bora 
Hey! I see you have been recommending that the overwater restaurant at the St. Regis is great to have dinner at one night. We are staying at Le Meridien …

Snorkel Gear for Bora Bora 
Can you please recommend some good brands of snorkel gear? I bought a mask and snorkel for $20, so I'm thinking it wasn't good quality. Are flippers …

Choosing from Bora Bora excursions 
Hello, Can you please recommend the best: 1) Circle Island Tour and 2) Shark Feeding/Ray Tour? I have seen so many and am getting confused. I want …

Bora Bora Resorts and Hotels 
Hello, We are staying at 2 resorts this November when we visit Bora Bora. The Hilton Nui in a deluxe over water bungalow and the Le Meridien in an over …

Traditional Polynesian Dance Shows 
Could you please give locations for traditional Polynesian Dance Shows with or without buffet dinners for Tuesday evenings. We will be overnight on …

Wheelchair friendly over water bungalows with lift into water?  
Are there any over water bungalows that are 100% wheelchair friendly? No steps anywhere and a lift into the water? Please let me know. Bora Bora Island …

Purchase a wedding gift for Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hi, I am looking to purchase a wedding shower gift. Is there anything that would give me a list of island Bora Bora excursions and prices? Another option …

Getting to Raiatea from Bora Bora  Not rated yet
Hi, We are taking a catamaran trip out of Raitea in July. We are hoping to spend a couple of nights in Bora Bora before boarding the Catamaran. The catamaran …

4WD tour Not rated yet
Dear Sir or Madame, how many people fit in the 4WD tour car? How many cars/ how many people do usually participate a 4WD half day tour? Thank you …

Tickets for Lagoonarium Bora Bora Not rated yet
We are 4 adults. We will be arriving to Bora Bora by cruise ship on October 9, 2019 and stay here from 8:00AM to 5:00PM. We want to take the Full Day Tour …

Scooter or bike hire in Bora Bora Not rated yet
We are in Bora Bora 23/4/19 for the day and want to travel around ourselves. Where can we hire a scooter of electric bike? What is the cost in US or Australian …

Trying to reach Marama Tattoo for a Nov Tattoo Not rated yet
I know he is busy. Called 011 689 72 03 75 but my call doesn't seem to go through. Advice? Chip Morris Bora Bora Island Guide's Response: …

St Regis Bora Bora Day Visit Not rated yet
Hi there, Thanks for your great website. In December, we are staying on the main island near Matira. We would like to visit the St Regis Bora Bora, …

Changing CFP Franc Coins Into Bills Not rated yet
Hi there, Thanks for your great website. I am visiting Tahiti and Bora Bora in December. I have 32,911 CFP Francs (XPF), all in coins (mostly 100XPF …

How do you book the cheaper pensions in Bora Bora? Not rated yet
Hi, We loved your website! We're curious what is the best way to book the budget pensions/homestays/bungalows that you mention. Thanks! Bora Bora …

Same Sex honeymoon in Bora Bora? Not rated yet
I recently got married to my now wife and we are looking at going to Bora Bora for our honeymoon in April, I thought it was best to see if the island is …

Getting in touch with the tattoo artist at the Pearl Beach Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hi there, I will be vising The Pearl Beach resort in a couple weeks and was wondering how I could get in touch with the tattoo artist at the spa? I would …

How much does it cost to eat at the Four Season for 8 Nights?  Not rated yet
My husband and I are heading to Bora Bora in December for my 30th and I was wondering how much ($AU) would we need for food at the Four Seasons. We not …

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Tahiti helicopter closure Not rated yet
How do I go about getting a refund for flights paid for in March 2017 for July 2017 however company shut down in early June or late May. Very disappointed …

Over water bungalow with plunge pool Not rated yet
Are the over water bungalows with the plunge pool worth the extra money? Bora Bora Island Guide's response: Hi Emily, In regards to the pools …

Recommendations for the property with the best view/value?  Not rated yet
We would like an over water bungalow with the mountain view. Any recommendations for the property with the best view/value? Bora Bora Island Guide's …

How many nights is recommended in Bora Bora?  Not rated yet
Hi, my husband and I are starting to plan a trip to Bora Bora in Early November. We will be celebrating our recent marriage and also celebrating my husbands …

Is there a place for a budget breakfast near Intercontinental Le Moana? Not rated yet
Looking for a decent place where you pay less than $45 per person for breakfast? Bora Bora Island Guide's response Hi, There are many lunch …

coming to bora bora in august Not rated yet
I see that the weather in Bora Bora is the best in August. We were there in January and it was soooo hot. Is August the best time for us to go there a …

Best time of day to do a Bora Bora 4x4 trip Not rated yet
Hello, My wife and I are visiting Bora Bora on a cruise ship on 6 February 2017. We are just there for one day and have decided to do a 4x4 trip around …

HoneyMoon Plan and Packages included Not rated yet
Hello, I want to know how much or what the average is to go to Bora-Bora in a "Over Water Bungalows" for a honey moon all inclusive. Also I have read …

Trip Not rated yet
I'm looking at a milestone birthday trip for my wife. Traveling from LAX and want 3 nights at the Pearl Beach Resort in Bora Bora over-water premium bungalow …

In case of emergency on Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hi, I was wondering if there is any hospital or something on the island of Bora Bora, in case of emergency ? Thanks. Bora Bora Island Guide's response …

Best time to go to Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hi, We're planning our wedding anniversary (15 yrs) for next year (2017). Our anniversary is on February 23rd but I've read that it's the wet season. …

Lagoon Tours Not rated yet
I was interested in the boat/beach tour described by Lagoon Tours (Morana) . How do I contact him? I am coming in on a cruise ship Nov 1 - Nov …

Insects during winter months Not rated yet
Are there a lot of insects (mosquitoes) during winter months? Are those huts air conditioned - silly question, I know? Bora Bora Island Guide's …

Shoulder season in Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hello, I was wondering what is meant by 'shoulder season'? I have leave for next year in April - May and want to know what the weather is like please? …

Which side of the plane is best from Papete to Los Ageles Not rated yet
I want to see the aerial view of Bora Bora from the plane on the flight from Papeete to Los Angeles. Which side of the plane should I sit? Bora Bora …

Bora Bora Honeymoon in January Not rated yet
I am planning my honeymoon in Bora Bora in January 2015, for approximately 5 days away. Is it a good time to come along and enjoy the beautiful scenic …

Circle Island Tour from Cruise Not rated yet
We are 4 passengers on the Golden Princess arriving in Bora Bora on Friday, April 18, 2014. We are interested in a circle island tour or a safari tour. …

Bora Bora Scooter hire Not rated yet
Hi, We will be visiting Bora Bora during a cruise and would like to hire a scooter to do our own tour around the island. Is this recommended? Are scooters …

How to get to Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hi, How to get to Bora Bora from Singapore ? Bora Bora Island Guide's Response Hi Ema, The quickest way to Bora Bora from Singapore is to fly to …

Contact info for Christophe's Reef Discovery  Not rated yet
Hello, We spent a lot of time searching for Christophe's contact information so we can sign up for his tour. The only info I got is his webs site. …

Do I need a power converter/adapter?  Not rated yet
Hello, We are traveling from Melbourne Australia to Bora Bora nxt week & staying at the Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort. Then we are off to the Moorea Pearl. …

Wanting Photo album from Bora Bora Not rated yet
We saw one in the hotel gift shop, and forgot to go back and buy it before we left. It was at the Hilton Nui Spa and Resort. Any ideas on how to contact …

what kinda music y'all listen to? Not rated yet
I got a project and picked y'all. Bora Bora Island Guide's Response Hi Mikayla, People in Bora Bora listen to music styles from all over the …

Hiking in Bora Bora Not rated yet
Hi, how are you? My fiancée and I are coming to Bora Bora on our honeymoon at the end of May. I was wondering first what is the best hike we can do, and …

Shopping in Bora Bora Not rated yet
Do you have contact information for the boutique Bora Bora Home? Bora Bora Island Guide's response: Yes, their website is bora-home.com and their …

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Bora Bora Activities Not rated yet
I would like to rent a kayak and go on/in the Bora Bora lagoon. Can I do this at Matira Beach? Another place? Thank you, Carol Bora Bora Island …

Bora Bora by Cruise Ship Not rated yet
My husband and I are arriving by tender for a day in February 2013 from the QE and we were looking at how best to spend our time. We were hoping to …

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