Bora Bora: ATV & Jet Ski Combo Tour with Motu BBQ Lunch

Summary

ATV trails, jet ski waves, WWII cannons and a motu barbecue in Bora Bora

You’ll ride ATVs through Bora Bora’s rugged trails with a local guide, stop at WWII cannons for stories, then switch to jet skis for a wild loop around the lagoon. Pause for fresh fruit before landing on a motu for a real Polynesian BBQ lunch — grilled fish, coconut show included. It’s sweaty, salty fun you’ll remember every time you taste mango again.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what mango tastes like when you’re halfway up a muddy trail in Bora Bora, sweat sticking to your shirt and the ocean flashing below? That’s how our day started — well, after Manu handed me the keys to an ATV and grinned like he knew I’d get stuck (I did, once). The quad rumbled over roots and gravel, past hibiscus so bright they almost looked fake. Manu stopped us at these old WWII cannons — he told us stories about Americans on the island, and I tried to picture it all with the sun beating down. There was this moment where we just stood there, listening to nothing but wind and distant roosters.

After dusting off (literally), we switched gears for the jet ski part. The water was that impossible blue you see in postcards — but colder than I expected when we zipped out from shore. Our guide (different guy, same big laugh) showed us how to steer into the wake without flipping each other off. We circled around what he called “the heart of the volcano” — honestly I was too busy hanging on to ask if that was true geology or just local legend. Either way, it felt wild. Somewhere near a little motu, we stopped for fruit — icy coconut juice dripping down my wrist, sticky fingers from papaya.

The best bit? Lunch on that tiny motu under a palm shelter. Grilled fish that tasted smoky-sweet, rice salad with something citrusy I still can’t name, chicken with this barbecue sauce Manu swore his aunt makes better (I believe him). Someone did a quick coconut show — cracked one open with two whacks and handed it right over. We ate until we were quiet except for waves lapping at our ankles. I keep thinking about that silence; not awkward, just full.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV and Jet Ski tour with Polynesian lunch

• 3-hour ATV island tour
• Visit WWII cannons and trails
• Tasting and refreshments break
• 2-hour Jet Ski island tour
• Stop at the Motu and volcano center
• Tasting and refreshments break
• Polynesian BBQ lunch on Motu

Top questions

How long is the ATV & Jet Ski combo tour in Bora Bora?

The ATV tour lasts about 3 hours and the jet ski portion is 2 hours, plus time for lunch on a motu.

Is lunch included during the day trip?

Yes, a Polynesian BBQ lunch is served on a motu as part of the experience.

Are guides local to Bora Bora?

Yes, both ATV and jet ski tours are led by native guides who share island legends and history.

What kind of food is served at lunch?

The lunch includes grilled fish and chicken, rice salad, raw fish, poe (dessert), uru (breadfruit), taro, ipo (sweet bread), Rotui juice and seasonal fruits.

Is hotel pickup included?

No specific mention of hotel pickup; public transportation options are available nearby.

Can two people share one ATV or jet ski?

Yes; one reservation covers one quad and one jet ski for two people.

Is this tour suitable for families?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal/cardiac issues.

What’s included

Your day covers both an ATV island tour and a jet ski ride led by native guides who share stories along the way; stops include WWII cannons and scenic viewpoints plus snacks like iced coconut water and tropical fruit tastings before settling onto a motu for a full Polynesian BBQ lunch with drinks before heading back.