Have you ever wondered where all those pictures of crystal clear, light blue lagoons come from? Is it all image manipulation or is there really such a place in the world? If you have, and are in love with, those views, good news for you: Bora Bora, possibly the most beautiful island in the world, is the exception to the rule of advertising and the proportion of reality: it is exactly as wonderful as they say it is. .
As a favorite resort for honeymooners, you should visit Bora Bora in the dry season of the tropical climate, when you would only get wet on your own by jumping into the warm, shallow waters that surround the island. Here you can marvel at the miraculous variety of sea inhabitants such as coral reefs, colorful fish, and even dangerous species like sharks and rays that come close if you sign up for a specific water adventure activity. If you prefer relaxation and recreation in that dreamlike setting, you can choose from a host of quiet and enjoyable activities, such as a picnic on the white-sand beaches, sailing in a glass-bottom boat, enjoying a massage in a wellness hotel etc. For a more adventurous vacation we suggest among the abundance of water sports: diving, snorkeling, surfing, sailing, water skiing, kitesurfing and all other combinations of sports practiced in the water or in the air.
Many people visit Bora Bora to see the incredible natural surroundings: flowers with all the grace and color you can imagine, forests of lush green trees that have inspired painters and photographers from all over the world, calm blue waters that allow you to contemplate the peculiar sea world like through a mirror, the blue sky that seems to be there only to make your photos amazing for your definitely envious friends at home.
The accommodation in Bora Bora tries to adapt to all kinds of pockets, however do not be fooled by finding a cheap offer: compared to other accommodation on the island it can be a real bargain, but parallel to a usual tourist destination on the same continent as you, is still a lot of money to spend on a vacation. However, you can choose from a wide variety of hotels, from top-tier luxury and beachfront bungalows to family-friendly guesthouses and campsites.
There are also some cultural activities that you can attend, such as the Galerie D’Art Alan Linda, where you can find arts and crafts specific to the island. Like most places that live off of tourism, there are a huge number of nice little shops where you can buy souvenirs for friends you left back home. Don’t forget to take a look at the famous Tahitian black pearls, which are the only naturally cultured pearls to achieve this colour. Visit Bora Bora and enjoy the perfect vacation of a lifetime.