Which side of Bora Bora is windy?

Which side of Bora Bora is windy? The predominant average hourly wind direction in Bora-Bora is from the east throughout the year.



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On the lagoon side, there's a nice stretch of beach with a great view on the main island of Bora Bora and Mount Otemanu, while on the ocean side, a landscape of corals and a beach extends all along the motu for great walks.

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For the most part, yes it is safe to swim in Bora Bora. The waters are so clear, you can rest assured there won't be any sea monsters lurking in the deep. What is this? However, the waters can sometimes get rough due to high winds or storms out in the open ocean.

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May through November are typically the coolest months in Bora Bora, with lows of roughly 21°C (70°F).

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The risk for mosquito activity is extremely high. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when spending time outdoors to prevent bites. The risk for mosquito activity is high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter mosquito bites.

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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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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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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 island of Bora Bora does experience a hurricane season, which normally lasts from November to April, even if it may not be vulnerable to strong hurricanes.

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This really depends on your plan. If you are doing a resort trip to Bora Bora and this is the only island you plan on visiting, then you probably want to spend a week. After all, it's a long way to come! If you are island hopping and more conscious of time you can definitely get away with less.

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Sit on the left side of the plane (facing forward towards the front of the plane) when flying from Tahiti to Bora Bora, or on the right side when flying out. You'll get to see the most beautiful aerial views of the island as you're arriving or taking off!

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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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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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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bora Bora
High season is considered to be November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is April. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Bora Bora flight deals.

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Visitors to Bora Bora should take safety measures to guard against the Zika virus. Avoiding mosquito bites is the greatest approach to stop the illness from spreading. Wear long sleeves and long pants, apply insect repellent, and stay in lodgings with screens or air conditioning to do this.

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The sheer number of sharks in Bora Bora is astounding, and for the most part, these sharks are not dangerous and pose little threat to swimmers, boaters, and fishermen. The Black Tip Reef is the most common shark seen in Bora Bora. Lemon Sharks, feast mostly on fish and are most visible when on shark feeding tours.

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