Is the water safe in Bora Bora?

You can drink tap water in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora and in all the international resorts. It is usually fine in family hotels and in the other islands but we recommend that you ask your hosts for confirmation.



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For its sanitation Bora Bora is equipped with a collective sanitation network on the whole island. Two biological purification stations with a capacity equivalent to 20 000 inhabitants operate the treatment offering excellent results for the quality of the bathing water on the island's twenty beaches.

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There are many sharks in Bora Bora, although attacks on humans are rare. Still, it's best to steer clear of them, as well as Bora Bora's stingrays and barracudas. Wear reliable foot protection whenever you're in the ocean to fend off injuries from stonefish, urchins, and the coral itself.

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November to April (Low Season)
Bora Bora, Tahiti, and French Polynesia weather is hot, humid, and exotic. And while that may sound like the perfect paradise to some, it is not to everyone. If you're looking for the most comfortable visit possible, you'll want to avoid the wet season of November through April.

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How deep is the water under the bungalows in Bora Bora? The water below the bungalows in Bora Bora can be quite shallow, starting at a couple of feet and topping out around 10 feet around most bungalows. For this reason, we strongly recommend testing the waters around your overwater bungalow before jumping in!

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Is it safe to swim in French Polynesia? Most beaches in French Polynesia are safe to visit as they are in lagoons, which are protected from the dangers of the open ocean. However, some can have strong currents and tides. Some of the marine wildlife in French Polynesia is also dangerous.

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Due to the island's location in a region where the Aedes mosquito is common, there is a high risk of contracting Zika there. The mosquitoes that spread the virus grow in areas with standing water, and Bora Bora's numerous lagoons and pools make for excellent mosquito breeding grounds.

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Traditional Polynesian cuisine in Bora Bora includes dishes like “pêche cru” (raw fish marinated in coconut milk) and “ika mata” (raw marinated fish with vegetables and coconut milk), often served with staples like taro root and breadfruit.

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Fish is the main staple of the Tahitian diet. Fish is often marinated in coconut milk before it is baked or grilled. Poisson cru is a very popular dish that consists of raw fish marinated in limejuice that is often served in a salad.

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One of the key factors that draw so many tourists to Bora Bora is the extremely beautiful hue of the surrounding water. The coral reef and sunshine reflection off the white sandy bottom give the water its turquoise hue.

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The vast majority of the time, sharks in Bora Bora are not dangerous. The two most common shark species that people swim alongside in Bora Bora are the blacktip reef shark and the lemon shark.

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No, major hurricanes have historically had little impact on Bora Bora due to its location in the South Pacific High-Pressure System. What kind of severe weather can occur in Bora Bora? While severe hurricanes are rare, Bora Bora can experience typhoons, tropical storms, and heavy rains during hurricane season.

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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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Cyclones in Bora Bora? Bora Bora is out of the main cyclone/ hurricane belt, so it is rare, but it can happen. If you want to avoid the rare chance of a hurricane occurring while you are staying , book outside of November, December, January and February.

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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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11 Important Things to Know Before You Travel to Bora Bora
  • It's very expensive. ...
  • All flights must go through Tahiti first. ...
  • English is widely spoken. ...
  • Bora Bora is popular, but for a reason. ...
  • They use the franc. ...
  • The mainland only has one true beach. ...
  • High season is in North America's summer. ...
  • Its coral reef is fantastic.


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Malaria is not present in Bora Bora.

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Bora Bora has often been called the world's most beautiful island. It comprises one main island of 29sq-km, roughly the shape of a seahorse, with white-sand beaches and surrounded by a coral reef and strings of motus (islets); resident population is about 6,000.

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