Tahiti And French Polynesia
French Polynesia’s islands offer diverse experiences, with several accessible for day trips or short extensions from Bora Bora.
Taha'a, known as The Vanilla Island, features lush vanilla plantations and pearl farms. Raiatea, The Sacred Island, holds the ancient Taputapuatea Marae, an UNESCO World Heritage site. Tupai, the Heart-Shaped Island, is an uninhabited atoll seen via scenic helicopter tours.
Beyond Bora Bora's immediate setting, the region presents striking natural settings, readily available for exploration of French Polynesia's diverse landscapes.
Bora Bora's lagoon is a precious natural wonder. Lagoon tours highlight the island's aquatic scenery.
Discover the main island's varied terrain, from its famous beach to panoramic mountain vistas.
Beyond Bora Bora's resort experiences, cultural excursions to nearby islands share insights into Polynesian history and traditional life.
Taputapuatea Marae on Raiatea is an ancient Polynesian temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage site.
Taha'a, the "Vanilla Island," welcomes tours of its vanilla plantations, showing cultivation and processing.
Taputapuatea Marae on Raiatea functions as a sacred site for many Polynesians.
The Taputapuatea Marae represents a spiritual and political hub of ancient Polynesia, from which migrations to other Pacific islands reportedly originated.
Vanilla plantation tours reveal the intricate cultivation, harvesting, and processing steps of Tahitian vanilla, a prized local product.
While Bora Bora is a perfect solo destination, combining it with other French Polynesian islands brings about a more complete experience of this diverse region.
Mo'orea, near Tahiti, presents lush volcanic mountains, pineapple plantations, and beautiful bays, a contrast to Bora Bora's luxury.
Mo'orea is often linked with Bora Bora for a complementary experience, focusing on active nature and cultural immersion.
Start with Tahiti for arrival and cultural exploration, then Mo'orea for activities, and conclude with Bora Bora for relaxation.
Follow the classic itinerary, then add time in the Tuamotu Atolls for unparalleled diving adventures.
All inter-island travel happens via Air Tahiti flights. Direct connections link Bora Bora to Raiatea. Other islands often connect through Tahiti.
Direct flights to Raiatea (RFP). Connect via Tahiti (PPT) for Mo'orea or the Tuamotu Atolls.
The international gateway. Connections to all other major islands, including Mo'orea, Raiatea, and the Tuamotus.
Air Tahiti offers multi-island passes that can offer value for extensive island hopping. Check GetYourGuide for combined travel experiences.