Does anyone live on Bora Bora?

While other tropical islands are known for their nightlife Bora Bora is a bit behind the times, though it is not impossible to find. About 4,000 people inhabit the island of Bora Bora. French and Tahitian are the main languages spoken on the island, though most inhabitants have a command of the English language.



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The cost of living in Bora Bora can be fairly expensive, with a one-bedroom apartment costing around $2,000 per month. Groceries and other necessities can also be pricey.

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How many people live on Bora Bora? Around 8,880 people called Bora Bora home as of 2021. What is the population density of Bora Bora? The island has a high population density due to its small size and the relatively large number of residents.

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A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must: Hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with one blank visa page. Hold proof of onward and return flights.

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The languages spoken in Bora Bora are Tahitian and French. However, due to the high tourism population, many natives of Bora Bora have learned to speak English. Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its seaside luxury resorts.

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Notes come in 500, 1000, 5000, and 10,000 XPF denominations. Can US dollars be used for payment in Bora Bora? Yes, many shops and hotels in Bora Bora accept US dollars as payment, but the exchange rate may not be as advantageous as using XPF.

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There are almost no threats to Bora Bora. Crime is low, and even natural disasters are rare because this part of the Pacific Ocean is far from the cyclone zone.

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The Cons of Bora Bora
  • It's outrageously expensive. Yes, we stayed in an over-water bungalow at the St. Regis Bora Bora — possibly the most expensive way to see the island. ...
  • Help! I'm trapped in paradise. ...
  • There's not a lot to do or see. Bora Bora is perfect for people who want to sit and enjoy paradise.


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There are no direct flights available to Bora Bora. This holds true for most of the islands in French Polynesia. Simply put, the landmasses just aren't big enough to accommodate the kind of runways needed to land large passenger jets.

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Around 8,880 people called Bora Bora home as of 2021. With a total area of approximately 29.3 square kilometers, the island is very small and has a high population density. With a tiny minority of Europeans and people from other ethnic groups, the majority of the population is of Polynesian heritage.

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In Bora Bora, there is a tiny hospital, but it is not suited to deal with significant medical crises. If you do require medical care, you might need to be flown to Tahiti or another nearby island with a bigger hospital.

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Low season stretches from December to March when the weather is wet and visitors become mosquito bait. But really anytime is a good time to visit Bora Bora, since the weather is warm year-round.

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Sharks attacks in Bora Bora
Sharks are predators and have the potential to be dangerous in certain situations just like any other wild animal. But considering the vast number of people swimming with sharks in the lagoon of Bora Bora, every day, it is clear that any negative interactions with sharks are rare anomalies.

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The Bora Bora Legal Drinking Age
In line with France and other French territories, Bora Bora's legal drinking age is 18, which is also the age of majority in the country. As a result, anyone on the island who is at least 18 years old may legally buy and consume alcohol.

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Moorea and Bora Bora account for 60% of the total energy produced in « small islands » operated by EDT (Tahiti excluded). Power generation on these islands rely mainly on diesel, which remains the most cost efficient way to produce electricity. The share of renewable energies is still small (mostly hydro in Marquesas).

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