What are some cons about Bora Bora?

The pros of living on Bora Bora include its stunning beauty, unique culture, and vibrant lifestyle. However, the cons include high living expenses, limited job options, and challenges in accessing certain facilities and services.



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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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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. When is hurricane season in Bora Bora? Hurricane season in Bora Bora typically lasts from November to April.

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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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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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The rainy season in Bora Bora normally lasts from November to April, with January and February seeing the most precipitation. The island receives an average of 8 inches of rain per month during this season.

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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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Because is a tropical island, the temperature is warm all year long, but it is hotter and more humid over summer. There are primarily two seasons in Bora Bora : the dry season and the wet season. Dry Season is also the winter season for the island.

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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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1. Is Tahiti Gay Friendly? Tahiti (also known as The Islands of Tahiti) and the island of Bora Bora are gay friendly places to plan your honeymoon or wedding. It is legal to have a gay marriage in Bora Bora and all the 118 islands in The Islands of Tahiti.

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Drinking water:
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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More Facts About Bora Bora
  • Bora Bora has around 10,000 residents.
  • The highest point on the island is Mount Otemanu at 727 meters.
  • Bora Bora is part of France.
  • Hawaii gets more visitors in 10 days than Bora Bora gets in an entire year.
  • The movie Couples Retreat was filmed at the St Regis Bora Bora Resort.


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With regard to an average cost per meal, usually, a nice dinner for two persons, each having appetizer, main course, glass of wine, coffee and sharing a dessert will cost about $120 to $150 USD for a couple on Moorea or Tahiti. The same meal is a bit more in Bora Bora at about $130 to $175 USD for a couple.

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Bora Bora is politically part of French Polynesia. The island is a French overseas territory and is not part of the European Union.

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Bora Bora is free of any pests, snakes of vermin. You could literally go for a stroll without bug repellant, take a nap on the beach and not have to worry about insect or any critters! Talk about paradise!

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The island basically has a protective outer reef surrounding it, which explains why there are no waves around the island. This is what makes the water on the inside seem so calm and lagoon-like.

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The best times to go to Bora Bora are November and April. These short shoulder seasons offer fine weather with temperatures in the mid-70s to mid-80s. High season runs from May to October when rain showers are isolated and the number of tourists swells.

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