Can you swim in the ocean in Bora Bora?


Can you swim in the ocean in Bora Bora?

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Where did the Kardashians stay at Bora Bora?

While the entire family stayed in Tahiti's signature overwater bungalows, Kris and Bruce Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries spent their time at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa's two $5,000-a-night Presidential villas.


Are the sharks in Bora Bora safe to see?

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.


Is the ocean water in Bora Bora warm?

Water temperature in Bora Bora by month. Bora Bora is located in the Arctic Circle, at latitude 16 degrees. The swimming season in this location lasts all year round. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Bora Bora is 82°F, by the seasons: in winter 81°F, in spring 81°F, in summer 83°F, in autumn 84°F.


Is Bora Bora at risk of tsunami?

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Are there mosquitoes in Bora Bora?

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.


Can you drink alcohol in Bora Bora?

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.


What can you swim with in Bora Bora?

Swimming with Sharks in Tahiti
You can swim with sharks in Bora Bora, as well as many other islands including Moorea, Rangiroa, Fakarava and more. Swimming with whales is also possible during certain seasons (August-October). The Bora Bora lagoon is home to many coral gardens, shark species and tropical fish.


Can you walk everywhere in Bora Bora?

While Bora Bora is a small island – just 10km (6 miles) long – it's not always the easiest place to walk around, especially in the heat and humidity. However, most touristy areas of the island are pedestrian-friendly; this includes the main town of Vaitape and the most popular beach on the island, Matira Beach.


Why are there no waves in Bora Bora?

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.


Can you drink tap water in Bora Bora?

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.


Is the water in Bora Bora clean?

For its sanitation Bora Bora is equipped with a collective sanitation network on the whole island. Two biological purification stations with a capacity equivalent to 20 000 inhabitants operate the treatment offering excellent results for the quality of the bathing water on the island's twenty beaches.


What should I be careful of in Bora Bora?

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.


Are there snakes in Bora Bora?

So when Captain James Cook and early settlers came to the island, they misheard the words of the natives, which eventually led to the rest of the world referring to it as Bora Bora. There are no poisonous insects or snakes on Bora Bora.


Why do people like Bora Bora so much?

As one of the 118 islands of Tahiti, its allure comes from its unmatched landscape beauty and the richness of Tahitian culture. The people of Bora Bora embrace visitors with the aromatic tiare leis and welcome them with warm smiles and traditional music and dance.


Why is Bora Bora water so clear?

Bora Bora, French Polynesia
The fine white sand surrounding the island accounts heavily for the clarity and color.


Can you use USD in Bora Bora?

Can US dollars be used for payment in Bora Bora? Yes, many shops and hotels in Bora Bora accept US dollars as payment, but the exchange rate may not be as advantageous as using XPF.


What part of Bora Bora did the Kardashians go to?

With unparalleled views and pristine waters melting onto dreamlike beaches, Conrad Bora Bora Nui is a tropical oasis. The French Polynesian hideaway is so idyllic, in fact, that even the Kardashians couldn't stay away — the celebrity family chose this luxurious resort as its vacation destination in 2011.


Why is the water at Bora Bora blue?

The color depends on the flora or rocks on the lagoon-floor, and the depth of the water. Light blue: sand and about 1 to 3 meters of depth. Turquoise blue: sand and 7 to 10 meters. Dark blue: 25 to 35 meters.


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