Private Sunset Lagoon Cruise Bora Bora: Polynesian Canoe

The canoe has a net edge that lets you float suspended above the turquoise water.

A private two-hour sunset cruise on Bora Bora's lagoon aboard a motorized Polynesian canoe with a live guide, hotel pickup, and a choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic cocktails served in custom glasses alongside Polynesian dishes. The boat's distinctive net allows you to recline at the water's edge while the sun sets over the lagoon.

The experience

You board the Oti'a Are, a spacious motorized canoe built in the traditional Polynesian style, at your hotel or a central meeting point. The boat carries you out onto the lagoon as the light begins to soften, and you settle into the net strung along the canoe's edge. A setup that lets you hang suspended just above the turquoise water without barriers between you and the lagoon. Your guide, Narii, speaks English and French and moves through the boat with drinks and small bites as the sun descends.

The cocktail menu runs to both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, each poured into a custom glass you keep as a souvenir. Alongside the drinks come Polynesian appetizers and a small surprise refreshment designed to stay in your memory after the cruise ends. The whole experience runs two hours, timed to catch the sunset at its peak and bring you back as the light fades.

This is a private booking, so the canoe carries only your party. The setup suits anyone comfortable sitting in a net above water. The operator notes the experience is suitable for all fitness levels. Hotel pickup is included, which means you don't coordinate a separate meeting point or transport to the lagoon.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup.
• a two-hour private cruise on the motorized Polynesian canoe.
• a choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic cocktails served in custom glasses you keep.
• Polynesian appetizers and a small refreshment surprise.
• a live guide speaking English and French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:30

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Bora Bora cultural lagoon tours

Is this one for you?Because this is a private booking, the canoe is yours alone: ideal if you want the sunset without sharing the space or the guide's attention with other travelers. The net setup means you're suspended above the water rather than sitting inside a cabin, so it suits anyone who wants direct contact with the lagoon rather than viewing it from a distance.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is the net on the edge of the canoe, and how does it work?

The net runs along the canoe's perimeter and allows you to recline or sit suspended just above the lagoon surface, giving you direct contact with the water and an unobstructed view without railings or barriers in the way.

Can I choose non-alcoholic drinks on this cruise?

Yes, the cocktail menu includes a large choice of non-alcoholic drinks alongside alcoholic options, all served in custom glasses you take home.

Does the price include hotel pickup?

Hotel pickup is included in the booking, so the operator arranges transport from your accommodation to the canoe departure point.

How long does the sunset cruise last?

The cruise runs two hours, timed to the sunset and designed to have you back as daylight fades.

Is this tour suitable if I'm not very fit or active?

The operator notes the experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so prior activity or fitness is not a requirement.