Bora Bora for Families

Bora Bora with kids: kids clubs and family rooms

Only a few resorts run a real kids club, so check this first if you want some time on your own:

• Four Seasons – the Tamarii Club (ages 5–12) is part of the Kids For All Seasons program, with a playroom, splash pad and activities such as hermit crab races and coconut painting. Children under 5 eat free, and there are kids' menus for ages 6–12. Intro dive lessons for ages 8 and up run in high season.
• Conrad Bora Bora Nui – the Tamariki Kids' Club, with activities such as Tahitian dance, pareo painting and flower crowns. The resort reopened on 1 May 2026, so confirm the club's current schedule when booking.

For space, look beyond the standard overwater bungalow. The Four Seasons has two- and three-bedroom Beachfront Villa Estates with private pools. The St. Regis lists two-bedroom villas, both in the garden and overwater. The Westin's 14 beach bungalows are pitched at families. Compare them all on our Bora Bora resorts page.

Smaller children and deep water under a deck can be a stressful mix. One easy compromise is a beach or garden villa for most of the stay, with a night or two overwater at the end.

Bora Bora for families: the safest shallow water

Much of the lagoon is calm and shallow, but conditions vary. Good spots for little swimmers:

• Matira Beach – the island's only public beach, on the south tip, with long stretches of knee-deep water. Facilities are minimal, so bring shade, water and snacks.
• Resort lagoons – the Four Seasons' Ruahatu Lagoon Sanctuary is a protected area for gentle snorkeling right at the resort.

Lifeguards don't usually supervise beaches in French Polynesia, and currents can be strong near the reef and the Teavanui Pass. Reef shoes protect against coral cuts and stonefish, which hide on muddy or sandy bottoms and can deliver a very painful sting. Teach children not to touch coral or wildlife.

Health and sun tips for families

• Sun: Bora Bora sits about 16° south of the equator. Pack hats, sunglasses and rash guards, and keep everyone drinking water.
• Mosquitoes: French Polynesia's health authority reports dengue circulating. The mosquitoes bite mainly in daytime, especially around sunrise and sunset, so use repellent and see a doctor quickly for any sudden high fever.
• Cuts: Clean coral scrapes promptly and keep them covered until healed.
• Food and water: Drink bottled or treated water.
• Medical care: Vaitape has a medical center and a pharmacy, but care is limited and serious cases may need evacuation to Tahiti. Take travel insurance that covers evacuation. The emergency number is 15.

Getting there with children

From Los Angeles it is about 7.5–8.5 hours to Papeete, then a 50-minute hop to Bora Bora. Bora Bora keeps Hawaii time (UTC−10), only two to three hours behind the US West Coast, so jet lag is mild. Domestic flights allow just 5 kg of carry-on, so check your bag allowance before packing toys and gear. See our flight guide for routes.

More questions

What is the minimum age for activities in Bora Bora?

It depends on the activity. Intro scuba dives usually start at age 8, and flyboarding is for riders 16 and over. Glass-bottom boats and lagoon tours suit all ages.