Bora Bora

Asia Pacific Society Islands French Polynesia French Polynesia / Society Islands May to October ★ 2 Star Superyacht Guide Destination Award

Discover the destination

Welcome to Bora Bora

Bora Bora is an iconic French Polynesia superyacht destination with a famous lagoon, Mount Otemanu, reefs and luxury resorts.

Superyacht Guide Award

Superyacht Guide Destination Star

★★☆☆☆

2 Stars - Good yachting destination

Preliminary Superyacht Guide destination note pending full editorial assessment. Bora Bora has recognised yachting merit but has not yet been assessed for a higher Destination Star rating.

Preliminary Listing Pacific Destination Editorial Review Pending

Last reviewed: May 10, 2026

Destination Stars are editorial ratings based on cruising appeal, marina access, hospitality, scenery, events, seasonality and available information.

Destination intelligence

Key facts at a glance

The essentials for planning a visit, cruising or shore-side operations.

Region: Asia Pacific
Local area: Society Islands
Country: French Polynesia
City / area: Bora Bora
Type: Iconic lagoon yacht destination
Cruising area: French Polynesia / Society Islands
Best season: May to October
Nearest airport: Bora Bora Airport
BOB
Charter appeal: Very high
Marinas: 1 marinas in the destination area

Explore Bora Bora

The destination guide

Bora Bora is one of the world’s most famous tropical yacht destinations, known for its spectacular lagoon, reef, overwater resorts, Mount Otemanu and exceptional visual appeal.

For yachts, Bora Bora offers lagoon cruising, tender exploration, snorkeling, diving, resort dining, beach experiences and one of the most recognisable anchorages in the South Pacific.

The destination is highly desirable but requires careful attention to lagoon access, anchoring rules, environmental protection and resort arrangements. It is often combined with Raiatea, Taha’a, Huahine and other Society Islands.

Superyacht highlights

Iconic French Polynesia lagoon destination
Mount Otemanu, reefs and overwater resorts
Snorkeling, diving, tender exploration and beach experiences
High luxury resort and honeymoon appeal
Strong Society Islands yacht itinerary value

Plan the visit

Travel, berthing and planning

Operational details and access information for the destination.

Arrival and airport access

Nearest airport

Bora Bora Airport (BOB)

Ground access

Bora Bora Airport provides domestic access from Tahiti, with boat transfers to resorts and yachts.

Marina and yacht access

Marina access

Bora Bora is lagoon and anchorage-led rather than marina-led.

Berthing

Lagoon access, anchoring and environmental rules require careful local planning.

Planning details

Best time to visit

The drier season is generally preferred for lagoon cruising and resort stays.

Coordinates

-16.496000, -151.759000

The waterfront

Marinas and berthing

Time ashore

Hospitality and experiences

Stay

Hotels and accommodation

Four Seasons Bora Bora; St. Regis Bora Bora; Conrad Bora Bora Nui; InterContinental Bora Bora

Dining

Restaurants

Luxury resort dining, lagoon restaurants, beach dinners and yacht hospitality

Explore

Attractions and places

Bora Bora Lagoon; Mount Otemanu; reefs; motus; snorkeling; diving; overwater resorts

What's on

Events

French Polynesia cruising season and resort calendar.