Bora Bora Island, Tahiti

Bora Bora Island from above

Bora Bora island is undeniable the most beautiful and famous island in all the world. The legends, mysteries, and romance bring an almost mystical presence to the island. Romantics from around the world have laid claim to this island where the castle-like Mount Otemanu pierces the sky. Lush tropical slopes and valleys blossom with hibiscus, while palm-covered motu circle the illuminated lagoon like a delicate necklace. Perfect white-sand beaches give way to emerald waters where colored fish animate the coral gardens as they greet the giant manta rays. This could be easily be described as the center of the romantic universe.

Bora Bora resorts

The ancient name is "Pora Pora", meaning "first born", it came from legends describing this as the first island to rise when Taaroa, the supreme god, fished it out of the waters after the mythical creation of Havai'i, now known as Raiatea. Although the first letter "B" does not exist in the Tahitian language, when Captain Cook first heard the name he mistook the softened sound of the Tahitian "P" for "B" and called the island Bola Bola.

Known to be a gift of God and incredibly famous for its romantic and mystique sceneries, this volcanic island alone stands apart from the Leeward Islands found in French Polynesia in Southern Pacific waters. Comprised of its Mont Otemanu (Temanu) and Mot Pahia; two peaks of an extinct basaltic volcano that descend dramatically into the ocean and several other volcanic islets rise offshore encircled by a coral barrier reef and its lagoon proliferating the unique beauty of Bora Bora.

Sailing in Bora Bora

Things you can do in Bora Bora:

- Watersports: scuba diving, sailing, snorkeling, surfing, windsurfing, jetskiing, kitesurfing, jetboating, waterskiing.

- Adventures: 4x4 safaris, parasailing, deepsea & sportfishing, shark & ray feeding, hiking & climbing, camping.

- Island Fun & Recreation: cultural & nature touring, lagoon excursions, horseback riding, light tackle fishing, aquabike, bicycle riding, tennis, volleyball, billiards.

- Relaxation: picnics, nightlife, private lagoon tours, sunset cruises, massage

- Shopping, Arts & Craft, Restaurants: local art galleries & studios, black  pearl & jewelry, giftshops, boutiques.

There's no doubt that Bora Bora is indeed a wonderful place for vacation or honeymoon.

 

Article Source: www.boraboraisland.com; www.wikipedia.org; www.tahiti-tourisme.com

The Best Tahiti Beaches

In Tahiti, wherever you go, you will not be very far from a sea beach. Also, almost all beaches are suitable for diving, snorkeling and fishing. There are both pubic and private beaches in Tahiti. If you are staying in a hotel or resort with an access to a private beach, you are lucky. If not, you will still have abundant choices of public beaches, which are as lovely. If you would like to visit all beaches by yourself, get a map, rent a car or a scooter and start right on. The helpful locals will willingly direct you to the next beach at every stop. Here is a list of five best beaches in Tahiti.

Lafayette Beach
Located on the less crowded Eastern coast of Tahiti and facing the Matavi Bay, Lafayette is one of the best black sand beaches in Tahiti. The Tahiti Radisson Plaza resort is located right on this beach.
Papenoo Beach
This beach located in the North coast is another black sand beach. Also, if you are a surfer, you will probably prefer this beach to others because of the slightly more turbulent water.
Plage de Toaroto
This half-mile long white sand beach, located on the western coast is quite near the hotel Meridien. You can do snorkeling here as the water is shallow and the marine life is extremely rich. The dining experience in the restaurant Le Carre, on a wooden deck right on the beach, is quite breathtaking.
Venus Point Beach
At Venus Point on the east coast, you should visit the picturesque black sand beach which has an added attraction in the form of a tall, white lighthouse and a park. Interestingly, Venus Point is the place from where Captain Cook observed the transit of the planet Venus in 1769.
Pirae Beach
On the eastern coast, you will find another nice beach in suburb of Pirae. This one is also a black sand beach and is located near the Royal Tahitian Hotel.

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