Beaches on Bora Bora: A delightful corner of French Polynesia

Bora Bora is an incredibly beautiful island in the South Pacific Ocean, attracting tourists with its snow-white beaches, warm waters and rich underwater world. This delightful corner of French Polynesia is considered one of the most popular and luxurious tourist destinations in the world.

The vast majority of the beaches here belong to hotels and only guests of the respective resorts have access to them. In order to diversify the leisure time of vacationers, many resorts offer various water activities, boat trips and excursions, during which travelers can visit the magnificent untouched beaches on small islands (motus).

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Best beaches in Bora Bora

Matira Beach is the only public beach on the main island of Bora Bora. Located at its southern tip, the white sand beach offers a tranquil atmosphere, good swimming conditions in the warm shallow lagoon, a row of lush palm trees for shade, ample snorkeling opportunities and water sports equipment rentals. Appreciators of the underwater world can expect to see colorful fish and majestic stingrays.

The beach is equipped with a small number of sun loungers, clean showers and toilets.

You can replenish your energy levels and admire the magnificent scenery at the restaurants located along the promenade.

The length of the beach is about one and a half kilometers, which makes it a great place not only for swimming, but also for evening promenades. Across the road and within walking distance of the beach is the luxurious InterContinental Le Moana Bora Bora Hotel.

How to get there: The beach is easily accessible by bike, car or taxi. There is convenient parking nearby.

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Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

This private beach features pristine white sand for Four Seasons guests only. It is equipped with comfortable sun loungers and umbrellas. The beach offers beautiful views of Mount Otemanu, and the sparkling waters of the lagoon are filled with exotic reef fish.Natural beauty is harmoniously complemented by comfortable accommodation in spacious beach villas, exquisite gastronomic offers of hotel restaurants, memorable romantic dinners on the beach and a wide selection of adult and children's entertainment.

How to Get There: The resort is located a 15-minute boat ride from Bora Bora Airport, on a private island.

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

Conrad Bora-Bora Nui Resort 

This is the only resort in French Polynesia where guests can visit four different beaches. Here tourists can relax on sun loungers, soak up the sun and enjoy the idyllic setting. The calm waters of the lagoon are ideal for swimming, snorkeling and a variety of water activities. Free snorkeling equipment, kayaks and paddleboards are available.

For those looking for a more adventurous beach holiday, there are active water adventures including jet skiing, kiteboarding, diving and canoeing.

As an upscale resort, Conrad Bora Bora Nui offers stunning overwater villas perched above the lagoon. These luxurious rooms have direct access to the water from private decks, allowing guests to dive into the lagoon directly from their room and enjoy swimming or snorkeling in privacy.

How to get there: The resort is located 25 minutes by boat from Bora Bora Airport, on a private island, and offers direct transfers.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort

Bora-Bora Pearl Beach Resort

The hotel has an excellent beach with pristine white sand, which smoothly turns into a turquoise lagoon. Soft sand and warm waters create perfect conditions for rest and relaxation.

Guests can use equipment for non-motorized water activities: surfboards, kayaks and canoes, and snorkeling equipment. In addition, snorkeling tours to meet stingrays, beach picnics and boat trips are organized for tourists. And for romantic travelers on the beach, an elegantly decorated table will wait for them, where they can enjoy a gourmet three-course dinner with a bottle of red or white wine.

How to get there: The resort is located on Motu Tevairoa, a 10-minute boat ride from the airport and 15 minutes across the lagoon from the village of Vaitape.

Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort

Beach at Pension Alice et Raphael Bora-Bora

This miniature beach is located on a tiny motu (island) that is natural, isolated and wild.

Connoisseurs of a truly authentic holiday can stay in one of three truly Polynesian bungalows and enjoy the untouched surrounding nature, views of the lagoon and the main island.

On the other side of the motu there is an ocean reef and deserted coral beaches. It is also an ideal place to watch the sun set, when the sun sets over the horizon and colors the sky in hues of orange, pink and purple, creating a romantic and unforgettable experience.

Guests can use kayaks and paddleboards to explore the lagoon while enjoying water sports. Windsurfing lessons are also available.

If you plan to stay at Pension Alice & Raphael, please note that there are no shops or restaurants on the island, and there is no WiFi or credit cards on site.

Pension Alice & Raphael