Is it better to snorkel in Bora Bora or Maldives?

The snorkeling in Bora Bora is very good, with many opportunities to see reef sharks and other underwater life. However the shore snorkeling in the Maldives is exceptional and unparalleled. So if you're a keen snorkeler or diver, the Maldives may be the best choice.



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Both the Maldives and Bora Bora are expensive luxury destinations. In general, it will be easier to spend less on a trip to The Maldives. In the Maldives, 3-star accommodations are available that are highly rated, while in Bora Bora there are very few hotels or resorts that are not 5-star luxury resorts.

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Snorkeling. The best time to go to Bora Bora for snorkeling in water temperatures of 80 F and above is from October to June.

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To properly experience Bora Bora, three days (four nights if arriving late) should be enough. The island is small and there isn't all that much to see. If you're after a pampering luxury holiday of sipping cocktails on the deck of your overwater bungalow, you could probably spend a week (if you can afford that).

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Yes, it is!
Remember, you don't have to stay for a week to have a good time in the Maldives. In addition, we also have the perfect destination to combine your Maldives. But let's talk about why is it worth going to the Maldives for a week? The Maldives are a country of stunning natural beauty.

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I would snorkel in the morning if picking one of the two as sometimes the wind comes up in the afternoon making the seas a little choppier. I have been told by one excursion operator that they take people to see the manta rays in the morning, and sharks in the afternoon.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bora Bora
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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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The best time to visit the Maldives is between November and April, outside of the monsoon season. We recommend staying during March and April (excluding the Easter holidays when pricing is more expensive) when you will enjoy hot, dry weather and quieter resorts.

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As one of the 118 islands of Tahiti, its allure comes from its unmatched landscape beauty and the richness of Tahitian culture. The people of Bora Bora embrace visitors with the aromatic tiare leis and welcome them with warm smiles and traditional music and dance.

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In addition to the beaches, the beauty of the landscapes of these two destinations are sure to leave you gobsmacked. Where the Hawaiian islands take pride in their green, gold, black, and red sandy beaches, the Maldives take no step back in out showing its extensive reefs and blue lagoons.

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Swim with the manta rays
Get to know the inhabitants of the turquoise waters around Bora Bora on a guided snorkel safari. Wade in the shallows with gentle rays before venturing into deeper waters to swim with blacktip sharks – or opt to view these graceful lagoon residents from the boat.

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9 Best Places to Snorkel in the World
  • Baa Atoll, Maldives. Why it's special: Swim with manta rays, whale sharks and sea turtles in a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. ...
  • Maui, Hawaii. ...
  • Koh Tao, Thailand. ...
  • Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. ...
  • Great Barrier Reef, Australia. ...
  • Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia. ...
  • Bora Bora, French Polynesia. ...
  • Punta Mita, Mexico.


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With unparalleled views and pristine waters melting onto dreamlike beaches, Conrad Bora Bora Nui is a tropical oasis. The French Polynesian hideaway is so idyllic, in fact, that even the Kardashians couldn't stay away — the celebrity family chose this luxurious resort as its vacation destination in 2011.

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While the entire family stayed in Tahiti's signature overwater bungalows, Kris and Bruce Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries spent their time at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa's two $5,000-a-night Presidential villas.

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4 to 5 days are usually enough to spend in the islands of Maldives. You can easily explore the major places in 5 days. Which month is the best month to visit the Maldives? The best month to visit the Maldives is from November to April.

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Avoid staying too many days in the Maldives.
Anything more than 1 week will be too much for our opinion. 4 to 5 days is usually sufficient if staying in one hotel and perhaps 7 days if 2 hotels.

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