Is it better to snorkel in the morning or afternoon in Bora Bora?

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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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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You will see animals that you would never see during the day, and the colors of the coral are much more vibrant. Secondly, it's simply a lot cooler to go snorkeling at night! The water is usually much calmer and there are fewer people around. Even better, manta rays are much more common to see at night.

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We recommend you to stay 3-4 days in Bora Bora. This gives you plenty of time to explore this pretty island and all the different shades of emerald the sea has the offer here. Do you have more time, then you will love spending that here too, just keep in mind Bora Bora is the most expensive island of French Polynesia.

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