Bora Bora: ATV Quad Tour to Mount Popoti with Local Guide

Summary

Ride up Mount Popoti by quad, taste fresh fruit, meet locals

You’ll ride an ATV-Quad up Bora Bora’s Mount Popoti with a local guide who shares stories along the way. Taste fresh fruit picked that morning, feel the island breeze as you climb off-road trails, and catch views few visitors ever see. Expect laughter, muddy shoes, and a real sense of being somewhere different.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what it feels like to grip the handlebars of an ATV in Bora Bora, mud spattering your legs while the wind smells half like salt and half like hibiscus? I didn’t even know what Mount Popoti looked like before this trip — our guide Teva just grinned and said, “Wait until you see the view.” We started right after a quick safety chat (and yes, my helmet was slightly crooked), then rumbled off behind him. The quad felt heavier than I’d expected, but after the first turn it was pure fun — a little bumpy, not scary. There were chickens darting across the path at one point; Teva just laughed and waved at a woman selling mangoes by the road.

The climb up Mount Popoti is… well, you feel it in your arms and shoulders. The path gets steeper and redder as you go. At one stop, Teva handed us slices of pineapple he’d picked that morning — honestly, juicier than anything I’ve had back home. We could see all the way out to the lagoon from there, with clouds moving fast over the water. He told us stories about his family fishing here when he was a kid. I tried repeating some Tahitian words he taught us — probably butchered them (he just smiled politely). That’s when I realized how far we’d come from the usual tourist stuff.

The last stretch is quieter. You hear less engine noise and more wind through the trees. At the summit, everyone kind of went silent for a second — maybe tired or maybe just soaking it in. I still think about that view sometimes: blue on blue on green, with nothing but sky above. The ride down felt faster somehow; maybe because we were grinning so much or maybe because we knew we’d earned it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Bora Bora ATV Quad Tour

• Meet guide for ATV tour
• Ride ATV off the beaten track
• Reach Mount Popoti summit
• Learn about local culture and history

Top questions

How long is the Bora Bora ATV-Quad tour?

The tour lasts about 3 hours from start to finish.

Is hotel pickup included for this ATV-Quad tour?

Pickup is included for hotels on Bora Bora’s main island; motu hotels require separate boat transfer fees.

Can children join the ATV-Quad tour?

Yes, as long as their feet reach the footrests for safety reasons.

What should I wear for the ATV-Quad tour in Bora Bora?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dusty or muddy; closed shoes are recommended.

Are drinks or snacks provided during the tour?

You’ll be welcomed with freshly picked fruit and refreshing drinks before heading out.

Is this ATV-Quad tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s suitable for all fitness levels but not recommended for those with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers.

Does the tour include visits to cultural sites?

You’ll learn about local culture and history from your guide along scenic stops during the ride.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup if you’re staying on Bora Bora’s main island (motu guests arrange their own boat transfer), plus freshly picked fruit and cold drinks before setting off on your guided ATV-Quad adventure up Mount Popoti and back again.