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Coral Gardens Bora Bora: Snorkel, manta rays & motu lunchYou board a boat in the morning, snorkel the Coral Gardens and encounter manta rays and stingrays in controlled, safe conditions with a trained guide. Lunch is grilled fish, raw fish in coconut milk, and local sides on Motu Fanfan's beach. All snorkel equipment, the guide, bottled water, and the traditional meal are included; the boat handles transport between the three main stops, and you're back by afternoon.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to snorkel Bora Bora's lagoon and encounter marine life without arranging your own boat or gear — the guide and equipment are included, and the fixed itinerary moves you between three main stops. Plan for a full day on the water with moderate activity getting in and out of the boat; that pace is what lets you cover the Coral Gardens, the rays, and lunch on the motu in one trip.
Private Bora Bora Lagoon Snorkeling: Customized Boat CruiseA private snorkeling cruise around Bora Bora's lagoon with a Tahitian guide who customizes the route, stops and activities to your preference. The captain and guide are both experienced snorkelers who adapt to conditions and keep the group small. Snorkeling gear, towels, water and soft drinks are included; the experience runs 3.5 hours and operates in English or French.Is it for me?The fixed itinerary is gone—your captain and guide build the day around what you want to see and how long you want to stay, which is what makes a private boat the only way to snorkel Bora Bora's lagoon without following someone else's schedule.
Bora Bora: Luxury Catamaran Sailing & Snorkeling with Floating BarYou sail a 46-foot catamaran to a private coral garden, snorkel away from the crowded main sites, then float at a shallow-water bar with drinks and music included. Hotel pickup handles the logistics, and the whole experience fits into a half-day window. Small groups — maximum eight people — keep the boat from feeling like a ferry.Is it for me?Right choice if you want to snorkel Bora Bora's lagoon without the crowded main sites and prefer not to arrange your own transport. The half-day timing fits easily into a vacation schedule, and the eight-person limit means you're never jostling for space on the boat or at the reef.
Bora Bora: Introductory Scuba Dive & Coral Garden AfternoonYou’ll feel that first breath underwater in Bora Bora’s lagoon, guided by a patient local instructor. Swim among bright tropical fish in a coral garden, with all gear included and hotel pickup sorted for you. It’s gentle, hands-on, and leaves you quietly buzzing long after you’re back on shore.
Bora Bora: ATV Island Tour, WWII Sites & Fruit TastingYou’ll zip through Bora Bora’s heart on an ATV tour with a local guide, climb up for wild lagoon views, sample fresh island fruits right from a family plot, and wander among WWII relics above Faanui Bay. Expect laughter, ocean air in your lungs, and moments that stick with you long after you leave.
Bora Bora Shark and Ray Snorkel Safari: Half-Day Shared BoatYou spend four hours snorkeling in Bora Bora's coral gardens and swimming near rays and reef sharks, guided by someone who knows where to find them. The tour includes snorkeling gear, water, fresh fruit, and a towel. You meet at the dock and return by early afternoon, which leaves the rest of your day open.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Bora Bora who want to snorkel with rays and sharks without arranging their own boat. The four-hour window fits a half-day schedule, and small group size means you're not competing for space or attention from the guide.
Bora Bora Sunset Catamaran Cruise & DrinksYou board a luxury catamaran at sunset with hotel pickup included, settle into sunbeds or the shaded lounge, and spend the evening watching the light change across Bora Bora's lagoon while a hostess brings drinks and snacks. The boat's nets and comfortable seating mean you can lounge however you want — quiet or social — and the smooth ride and small group size keep the whole thing feeling intimate rather than crowded. Return transport to your hotel is included, so the evening ends without logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want a quiet evening on the water without arranging transport, finding a restaurant, or deciding what to order — the fixed itinerary and included drinks mean you show up and the rest unfolds.
Private Snorkeling Tour Bora Bora: 4 Lagoon Stops, No SharingYou choose your snorkeling stops in Bora Bora's lagoon — manta rays, eagle rays, coral, tropical fish — with a private guide who adjusts the route to your pace. Hotel pickup, gear, water and snacks included. Morning (3.5 hours) or afternoon (3 hours) departures available.Is it for me?Right for couples or small groups who want the lagoon without a crowd and the flexibility to linger where they choose. Plan for a half-day out of your schedule — that's what makes the private route and four stops possible in one outing.
Bora Bora Lagoon Snorkeling: Private Boat, 3.5 HoursA 3.5-hour private snorkeling tour of Bora Bora's lagoon by boat, with hotel pickup included, stops at 3–5 locations where you choose how long to stay at each. You'll see manta rays, eagle rays, sharks, moray eels and coral gardens in their natural habitat, with all snorkeling gear, towels and light refreshments provided; the boat carries a small cabin for shelter and dry storage.Is it for me?The private boat means you're not waiting for a group or moving on anyone else's schedule — linger at a coral garden or follow a manta ray as long as you want, then move to the next spot when you're ready.
Bora Bora: Underwater Scooter Lagoon Tour & PickupYou ride an electric underwater scooter through Bora Bora's lagoon in a dry, windowed dome for 30–35 minutes, seeing coral and fish at three meters depth without needing diving skills or getting wet. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with a guide explanation of what you saw. Suitable for ages 7 and up, no swimming experience required.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Bora Bora's lagoon life without learning to dive, getting wet, or spending hours on a boat tour — the scooter does the moving and the dome keeps you dry and comfortable.
Full-day Bora Bora lagoon safari with snorkeling and lunchA full-day lagoon safari in Bora Bora combines snorkeling at a coral garden and marine sanctuary with a Polynesian-style lunch on a small islet, led by a local guide who shares the island's history and marine life. The boat picks you up from your resort and returns you there at the end; a minimum of four travelers is required for the tour to run.Is it for me?A shared tour means you travel with other guests and split the boat cost, which is how Rohivai Tours keeps the day affordable; a private charter would cost more and run on your schedule alone, but this one departs on fixed dates with a guide who knows the lagoon's rhythms and where the marine life congregates on any given day.
Bora Bora 4WD Tour & Snorkel Cruise: Lagoon sharks and raysA full-day Bora Bora tour that pairs a 4WD safari across the volcanic island with a lagoon snorkel cruise over coral gardens, where you encounter stingrays and black-tip reef sharks in their natural state. The guides emphasize marine conservation—no feeding, no coral damage—and share local history at each stop. Hotel pickup is included, and lunch happens at Lucky House Restaurant between the two activities.Is it for me?You get to see the island and the lagoon in one outing without booking two separate tours, which saves time and money—the 4WD and the snorkel are timed to flow into each other, so the day holds together without gaps or backtracking.
Bora Bora Snorkeling: Private Lagoon Cruise with Motu LunchA private snorkeling cruise in Bora Bora's lagoon with a local guide, hotel pickup and a secluded motu lunch (on the 6-hour option). You snorkel the coral reef and its marine life on a Cap Camarat boat, learning about the ecosystem and Polynesian culture while the operator protects the reef—no shark feeding, no coral damage. The half-day runs 3 hours; the full day adds a Polynesian meal and beach rest on the private island.Is it for me?The 3-hour option works if you have a free afternoon and want to snorkel without committing the full day; the 6-hour option is built for couples or small groups wanting the full experience with the island lunch and beach time. Either way, the private boat means you're not sharing the route or the stops with other groups, and the captain adjusts the three snorkeling zones based on weather and season instead of running a fixed itinerary.
Romantic Scuba Diving in Bora Bora: Black Pearl ProposalRomantic scuba diving in Bora Bora pairs a two-hour private dive in the lagoon with a certified guide, a black pearl to exchange underwater, and professional video of the entire experience. Pickup and drop-off are included, along with all SCUBA equipment, towels and bottled water. A health questionnaire is required before diving, and a 24-hour wait after international flights is mandatory.Is it for me?Two hours is enough time for the dive and the pearl moment, but leaves the rest of your day open—this works if you want the proposal or gesture without it consuming your whole afternoon. The private guide and cameraman mean the focus stays on the two of you, not on managing a group or timing around other divers.
Snorkeling in Bora Bora: Private catamaran with floating barSnorkel Bora Bora's lagoon on a private catamaran with your group only, sailing to coral reefs and Paradise Bay where a floating bar serves drinks in water you can stand in. The boat is a 46-foot performance catamaran; the captain customizes the route to show you the island's best reefs and marine life. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide in English, Spanish or French, bottled water, snacks and beverages are included. The half-day outing runs four hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel without renting a separate boat or joining a group—the catamaran is yours alone, the captain routes to the reefs you want to see, and the floating bar in the shallow water means you stay in the lagoon between dives without climbing back on deck.
Afternoon Scuba Dive in Bora Bora: Certified Divers OnlyAn afternoon scuba dive in Bora Bora for certified divers (PADI Open Water or equivalent) with a professional guide supervising no more than five divers per group. The dive site—lagoon or reef—depends on the day's conditions. Pickup and all equipment are included; if you're Nitrox certified, you dive Nitrox tanks at no extra cost. Your last dive must have been within the past year, and you must be at least 12 years old.Is it for me?If your guide speaks English or French and you're comfortable following instructions in that language, this dive works as a straightforward afternoon activity. The small group size—five divers maximum—means the guide can keep track of everyone and point out the details; if you prefer a larger group or a guide who speaks a different language, look for another operator.
Bora Bora sunset lagoon cruise with drinks and appetizersA shared sunset cruise on the Bora Bora lagoon aboard a motorized pirogue with a live guide in English or French, including pickup. You choose from four non-alcoholic or three alcoholic drinks, eat appetizers and local fruits, and receive a flower and oshiburi (a scented hand towel) as the light fades over the water. The cruise runs two hours.Is it for me?Book this shared cruise if you want to join other guests for sunset and drinks rather than arrange your own boat outing.
Private Catamaran Bora Bora: Full-Day Sailing & Lagoon TourA full-day private catamaran tour of Bora Bora's lagoon includes hotel pickup, a professional guide in English, Spanish or French, snorkeling at a reef site, a floating bar celebration with refreshments and snacks, and lunch at the Bora Bora Yacht Club. The boat sails past Otemanu Mountain, stops for swimming in shallow bays, and anchors near Matira Beach where the hostess brings drinks and appetizers on a flower-decorated floating bar. Groups range from 2 to 12 people depending on the option you choose at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you want a private boat where your group controls the schedule and pace, rather than joining a shared tour with fixed departure times.
Beginner scuba dive in Bora Bora for two with videoThe Romantic Dive is a beginner scuba experience in Bora Bora for two people with a live instructor in English or French, full equipment, hotel pickup, and a cameraman who films you both on the surface and underwater. The dive lasts around two hours. You receive a personalized video and a Polynesian pearl as a keepsake. No diving experience is required, and the instructor explains everything before you enter the water.Is it for me?Book this if you're a beginner or have never dived before and want to try it in calm, clear water with someone teaching you the whole way. The video and pearl make it feel like more than just a lesson — you're taking proof of it home.
Bora Bora Private Island Lunch: Alone on Your Own MotuYou arrive by private boat to find your own island waiting. Spend the day snorkeling in the coral garden, eating Polynesian lunch with your toes in the sand, learning to weave and crack coconuts, and sleeping in a hammock under the palms. Hotel pickup and all meals, gear, and entertainment are included; you just show up and let the day happen.Is it for me?Right for couples, families, or small groups who want a full day away from other tourists without arranging boats or meals themselves. Expect to be on the island for six to seven hours—long enough to eat, rest, snorkel, and actually feel the pace slow down.
