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Bora Bora Travel Guide
March 20, 2023
Bora Bora Travel Guide
- Bora Bora is known for overwater bungalows, teeming wildlife, and tropical jungle.
- The island group has a history dating back to the 3rd century when Polynesian mariners arrived on its shores. It was known as "Pora Pora mai te pora," which means created by the gods.
- Getting to Bora Bora involves flying into Tahiti and taking a short flight to the island. Visitors can see the soaring peak of Mount Otemanu and take a ferry across the lagoon to the main island.
- Vaitape is the largest town on Bora Bora, where visitors can browse local markets for snacks and crafts. Le Meridian and St Regis Resort are five-star favorite bungalow hideaways.
- Visitors can explore the lagoon's vibrant marine life, cafes, markets, and vistas at Matira Point. Matira Beach is Bora Bora's most popular public beach. Sofitel Marara and Sofitel Motu are luxurious resorts nearby.
- At the Bora Pearl Company, visitors can dive for their own Tahitian pearl and discover how the island's lagoon is filled with life and treasures.
- Bora Bora is a rare pearl in the heart of the South Pacific and has been a dream destination since the dawn of travel.
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