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Raiatea
Raiatea. Board from 5 pm, meet your skipper and enjoy the first dinner on board.
Photo: Yves Picq http://veton.picq.fr / CC BY-SA 3.0SeasonMay–Oct
AirportRaiatea
Cabin from$1,420
Boat from$9,790
A week here
Sailing from lagoon to lagoon: vanilla-scented Taha’a, Bora Bora and its mantas, wild Huahine and the sacred marae of Taputapuatea, a World Heritage Site.
Itinerary
The week, day by day
Tap a day or a point on the map. Indicative route: your skipper adapts it to the wind.
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Taha’a
Taha’a, the vanilla island: a pearl farm and the coral garden.
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Bora Bora
Sail to Bora Bora with Mount Otemanu ahead.
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Bora Bora Lagoon
Bora Bora lagoon: mantas, rays and blacktip sharks.
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Huahine
Huahine, the wild island: sacred eels and untouristy villages.
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Taputapuatea
The marae of Taputapuatea, sacred center of Polynesia and a World Heritage Site.
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Raiatea
Back to Raiatea, breakfast and disembark.
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Flight to Raiatea (RFP) vía Papeete
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Weeks
Weeks here
7 daysRomance
Honeymoons, proposals and anniversaries at sea.
from $980See →
7 daysRelax
Slow mornings, quiet coves, no alarm clocks.
from $870See →
7 daysNature & Adventure
Whales, volcanoes, marine reserves and real sailing.
from $870See →
7 daysCelebration
Stag, hen, birthday or anniversary — the boat is the party.
from $980See →
Extras
Make it yours
Services from trusted local suppliers. Ask when you book and we send you a price.
Guided snorkeling
The best reefs and spots with a local guide.
Diving and PADI courses
Try-dives, guided dives or your diving licence during the week.
Yoga and massage
Sunrise classes on deck and massages in a cove.
Proposals, weddings and events
Decoration, cake, musicians and everything ready for the big moment.
Chef or host on board
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners cooked on board with local produce.
Provisioning delivered
Arrive to a full fridge: food, drinks and ice.
Airport–marina transfers
We pick you up at the airport and drop you at the boat.
Photographer and drone
A shoot on board and the week filmed from the air.
Travel and cancelation insurance
Travel with medical and cancelation cover.
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Book your week
Pick a week to see prices and availability.
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Experiences
See all (12)Experiences in Raiatea to Bora Bora
SnorkellingBora Bora Lagoon Snorkel Tour: Sharks & Rays
Swim with blacktip reef sharks and stingrays in the Bora Bora lagoon, and snorkel the coral garden facing Mount Otemanu. The island’s classic tour, by boat in a small group.
from $130 per person4 h →
DivingBora Bora Scuba Diving: 2 Dives with Sharks
Two dives in Bora Bora for certified divers: lemon sharks at Tapu or Tupitipiti, and mantas in the Anau lagoon. Quality diving in one of the world’s most famous settings.
from $215 per person4 h →
CultureTaha’a Tour: Vanilla, Pearl Farm & Lagoon
Discover Taha’a, the vanilla island, on a full-day boat trip from Raiatea: vanilla plantation, black pearl farm, lunch on a motu and snorkeling in the coral garden.
from $115 per person7 h →
CultureTaputapuatea Guided Tour in Raiatea (UNESCO)
Discover the Taputapuatea marae with a local guide, a World Heritage Site and the spiritual center of Polynesia. A half-day tour of Raiatea, the sacred island.
from $70 per person3.5 h →
Boat tripPrivate Half-Day Lagoon Boat, Raiatea & Taha’a
A boat just for you with a local captain to explore the shared lagoon of Raiatea and Taha’a: coral gardens, motus and a pearl farm.
from $870 per group4 h →
Local guideBora Bora 4×4 Island Tour: Culture & Viewpoints
Explore inland Bora Bora by 4×4 with a local guide: ancient marae, WWII cannons and the best lagoon views.
from $85 per person3 h 30 min →
Water toysBora Bora Jet Ski Lagoon Tour
Two hours on a jet ski with a guide around the world’s most famous lagoon, with swim stops and views of Mount Otemanu. Two people per jet ski.
from $265 per group2 h →
Boat tripBora Bora Sunset Cruise with Champagne
Ninety minutes gliding across the Bora Bora lagoon at sunset, with just a few couples, champagne in a coconut and professional photos.
from $130 per person1 h 30 min →
SnorkellingBora Bora Aqua Safari Helmet Walk
Walk on the floor of the Bora Bora lagoon wearing a helmet that lets you breathe normally, surrounded by tropical fish. No swimming or diving skills needed.
from $145 per person2 h (30 min underwater) →
WildlifeHumpback Whale Watching in Raiatea & Bora Bora
From August to November humpback whales come to the Leeward Islands to breed. A boat trip with a licensed operator, following approach rules.
from $120 per person3 h →
CultureHuahine Island Tour: Maeva Marae & Sacred Eels
Discover Polynesia’s most authentic island by 4×4: the Maeva marae, stone fish traps, a vanilla plantation and the blue-eyed eels.
from $65 per person3 h 30 min →
HikingRaiatea Guided Hike: Tiare Apetahi & Waterfalls
A day on foot with a local guide through the forests of Raiatea, the sacred island, to hidden waterfalls and the habitat of the tiare apetahi, a flower found nowhere else.
from $160 per personFull day (6-7 h) →
Book with confidence
- Hold your place with a $220 deposit
- Pay the rest in instalments up to 60 days before
- Free date change up to 90 days before
- 24-hour cancelation, full refund
Questions
Before you sail
When is the best time to sail in Polynesia: Raiatea to Bora Bora?
The season runs from May to October.
How do I get there?
Fly to Raiatea (RFP) vía Papeete. Your skipper meets you at the marina.
How much is it?
Cabins from $1,420 per person or the whole boat from $9,790 per week.
What is included?
The boat, a licensed skipper, bed linen, towels, final cleaning and insurance. Food, drinks, fuel and marinas come from a shared on-board kitty.
How much is the kitty?
Usually $170–$280 per person per week, depending on meals ashore and motoring.
How do I book?
Choose your week and destination, reserve with a $220 deposit per person and pay the balance 60 days before.