Most visitors only see Bora Bora from the water. On this 4×4 tour you climb mountain tracks to viewpoints over the lagoon and Mount Otemanu, while your guide shares the island’s history, legends and modern life.
What you do
- Pick-up at your main-island hotel or Vaitape dock.
- Visit a marae, an ancient Polynesian sacred site.
- Drive up to the American WWII cannons with views of Matira, Teavanui Pass and Maupiti.
- Stop at a family plantation for fresh fruit and coconut water, plus a pareo-tying demonstration.
Who it is for
All ages. It is the ideal trip to discover the island’s culture or for a day off from sun and sea.
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes and closed shoes or sturdy sandals.
- Cap, sunscreen and repellent.
- A camera for the viewpoints.
Best time
All year; the dry season from May to October gives clearer skies for photos.
Good to know
The tracks are dirt and the ride is bumpy. If you stay at a motu hotel, pick-up is at its main-island base and the boat shuttle there is not included. Coconut water is served at the plantation.
Included
- 4×4 tour with local guide
- Hotel pick-up (main island)
- Fruit and coconut water
- Pareo demonstration
FAQs
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, for all ages.
Do you pick up from motu hotels?
Pick-up is at the hotel’s main-island base.
How long is it?
About 3.5 hours.
