Day 1 — Arrival & Vaitape
Take the airline's free shuttle boat to Vaitape, a taxi to your guesthouse, then dinner at a Vaitape roulotte.
Day 2 — Free lagoon day
Snorkel off Matira Beach, paddle a kayak, and watch the sunset from Matira Point.
Day 3 — Shared lagoon tour
A group lagoon tour with snorkelling stops and a motu barbecue lunch.
Day 4 — Island exploring
Rent a scooter or bike to circle the island and eat like a local.
Day 5 — Snorkel & relax
A relaxed reef snorkel morning and beach time in the afternoon.
Day 6 — Culture & sunset
A cultural experience or motu picnic, then a casual beachfront dinner.
Day 7 — Departure
A final swim, then a taxi to Vaitape and the free shuttle boat back to the airport.
Estimated cost
Typical October 2026 prices for 2 travelers over 6 nights, excluding flights.
- Accommodation (~$300/night)
- $1,800
- Meals (roulottes & self-catering, ~$90/day for two)
- $540
- Free airline shuttle boat + taxi to Matira
- $60
- Sample activities (2–3 shared tours)
- $1,100
Where to stay
Resorts that fit this itinerary.
Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora
A relaxed 3-star hotel near Matira Point offering some of the island's most affordable overwater stays.
$300–650/night
Village Temanuata
A family-run budget guesthouse on the edge of Matira Point, a short walk from Matira Beach.
$180–350/night
Bora Bora Ecolodge
Six self-catering eco-bungalows on the hillside above Anau, a quiet budget base on the main island.
$150–300/nightActivities in this plan
Book these experiences with current prices.
Lagoon Tour & Snorkel Safari
Circle the lagoon by boat, snorkel with rays and reef sharks, and stop at vibrant coral gardens.
From ~$120 per person (half day)
Motu Picnic & BBQ Island Excursion
Boat out to a private motu for snorkeling, a beachside barbecue lunch, and relaxed island time.
$140–190/person
Shark & Ray Snorkel Excursion
Wade into shallow lagoon water to snorkel alongside blacktip reef sharks and pink whiprays, with operators that observe without feeding.
Usually part of a lagoon tour (from ~$120 per person)
Jet Ski Safari Tour
A guided jet ski convoy around the lagoon with stops for photos at motu and reef viewpoints.
$280–330 per jet ski (2 riders, about 2 hours)
4x4 Mountain Safari
Off-road through the lush interior to WWII cannons and panoramic lagoon viewpoints.
From ~$90 per person
Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson & Tour
Learn to paddleboard in calm shallow water, then glide across the glassy lagoon at sunrise or sunset.
$60–85/personWhere to eat
Dining picks for this trip.
Vaitape Roulottes
Affordable food trucks serving grilled fish, steak frites, and crepes.
$
Snack Matira
A no-frills beach snack bar for lunch (roughly 10am–4pm) serving grilled fish, burgers and poisson cru steps from the sand.
$
Tama'a Maitai
Maitai Polynesia's lagoon-edge restaurant near Matira, serving Polynesian dishes and seafood; ask about the hotel's weekly Polynesian evening.
$$
Aloe Cafe
A cheerful village cafe serving fresh juices, pastries, and light breakfasts before a day on the lagoon.
$Other itineraries
5-Day Bora Bora Honeymoon Itinerary
Five unhurried days built for two: an overwater bungalow, a private lagoon tour, a sunset cruise and unforgettable dinners. Prices checked October 2026.
4-Day Family Bora Bora Itinerary
A short, easy family break: a beach villa, calm shallow-lagoon activities the kids will love, and gentle glass-bottom boat exploring across four days.