Bonjour Bora Bora!
Belinda Carlisle probably envisioned Bora Bora when she wrote her iconic song, ‘Heaven is a place on earth.’ The small south Pacific island in Tahiti, French Polynesia is too magical to be true. A Bora Bora holiday involves staying in luxurious villas overlooking endless blue lagoons, whale watching and sipping mimosas while marveling at Tahitian night skies.
Bora Bora is a small, beautiful island northwest of Tahiti in French Polynesia. It is surrounded by several small islets and is known for its infamous turquoise lagoons. Luxury properties are sprawled across the island. Many of these resorts are literally perched on top of wooden stilts in the middle of the still blue waters. Bora Bora boasts of a vibrant marine ecosystem. The translucent lagoons are adorned with coral reefs. For divers and adventurers, swimming with the fish in these waters is nothing short of a dream. It’s a destination that truly feels out of this world.
At Bora Bora, time stands still. You can feel every whiff of the wind brush against your skin. You can float in endless blue lagoons and look up at the stars all night. Tempted? Read on.
Here are 6 things to do in this Tahitian wonderland!
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1. Snorkeling and Deep-Sea Diving
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Lagoons are a great place to go snorkeling and get up close and personal with the diverse aquatic life. The clear waters give you a fantastic view of tropical fish such as manta ray, stingray, Mahi Mahi, and barracudas. Bora Bora is famous for its calm, shallow lagoons. You can be a complete beginner and still enjoy a great snorkeling experience. There are excellent local instructors who conduct snorkeling and diving lessons and guide you all along the way. For the adventure seekers, why stop at calm waters? Go beyond the reefs and go shark-sighting in the deep blue of the Pacific. Aqua activities are a great way for families and couples to bond. It can be a great romantic activity for honeymooners to try out as well!
Talk to your resort or hotel to book snorkeling tours.
2. Visit Matira Beach
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Matira beach is known for its beautiful white-sand shores. Take a lovely stroll along the beach. Let the smooth white sand slip on and out of your toes as you lose yourself to the marvels of the blue waters. Walk up to Matira point and experience this incredible narrow stretch of lush green forest nested by white sands. Take the walking trail starting from the easter part of Matira and hike up to get a grand view of Mt. Otemanu. You also get great views of other mountains in the vicinity. Word has it that there are un-fired missiles placed by the US military during the second world war at the end of the trail. So you can check those out too!
3. Tahiti Nui Helicopters tours
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Enjoy an aerial tour of the Polynesian Islands by taking a helicopter tour. Bora Bora has several small islands to explore. While it’s not possible to explore them all, you can definitely spot them from thousands of feet above and take some magnificent aerial pictures!
It’s a very popular activity among honeymooners too!
4. Stay in a Tahitian Guesthouse
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This is the best way to indulge in the local Polynesian culture. These guest houses are simple accommodations that are suitable for budget traveler. You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars per night to enjoy this beautiful island. If you want to truly immerse yourself in Polynesian culture, an even better option is staying with a local Tahitian family. This helps you learn about how they live and thrive in such unique environmental conditions. You can also go fishing with them and enjoy local home-cooked cuisine. You can also attend the Heiva I Tahiti, a very famous cultural event attended by Polynesians all over the world. These stays are offbeat and are ideal for the thrill-seeker in you!
5. Book a luxury resort
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Bora Bora is the go-to destination for luxury and romance. Several luxury hotel brands have exquisite properties here. You and your partner just need to book well in advance. They offer amenities such as private pools, coral tours, private rendezvous, massage therapies, and exotic local cuisines.
It’s a great honeymoon destination! Not just that, many people actually get hitched at these properties. Dream weddings can happen here too.
So relax in a private villa, sip some great wine, and lose yourself to the seas.
6. Try out unique Tahitian dishes
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Tahitian food is similar to French cuisine but with a Polynesian twist. Try out the famous ‘Fafaru,’ which is a fish dish made out of parrotfish or tuna. Desserts such as ‘Poe’ made out of fresh tropical fruits will surely make you salivate! Raw fish with coconut milk is another Tahitian classic
For travelers, traditional French, Japanese, and Italian options are available as well. But for seafood lovers, there is simply no shortage of yummy foods to devour!
Bora Bora is expensive, yes. But that shouldn’t be a reason for you to not visit this paradise on earth. In fact, you don’t even need to save up for years to pay for your dream vacation. You also don’t have to give up on vacations to save money for other things. In fact, you can visit this Polynesian wonderland even without possessing a debit or a credit card. You just need a credit limit, which is easily obtainable. A no-cost EMI is your gateway to Bora Bora.
Visit Zestmoney, to make this happen. Sign up and give in your details. It will process your details and give you a credit score. Once done, book your flight tickets and your hotels with the credit you get. And that’s it. You’re all set to visit this paradise without eating into your savings!
As the french say, ‘Le monde est un livre dont chaque pas nous ouvre une page’ – The world is a book..with each step we open a page.
