The 12 Best Lagoon Safaris in Bora Bora

1.Full day Lagoon Safari & Lunch on a Motu – ST

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 443 reviews · 6 hours · from $151Our pick

Swim with rays, reef sharks, and colorful fish on Bora Bora’s lagoon, then enjoy a Polynesian picnic lunch on a palm-fringed motu.

“It was amazing. We enjoyed very much. We saw sharks, mantas, stingrays, and eagle rays. We were even lucky enough to see dolphins. The guide Manu was so funny and nice. He showed us everything with passion and he truly cared. Ari the sailor was the best, so friendly and nice. He showed us things on the way and he was so nice. They always offered us help and drinks and were absolutely wonderful. Thanks for a wonderful day!”

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2.Bora Bora Half Day 4X4 Island Safari Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 431 reviews · from $107Best value

Review of Bora Bora’s 3.5-hour 4x4 safari, with mountain views, local culture, WWII history, rough roads, price, and booking tips.

“We had a great time on this adventurous trip! Our guide was very friendly and funny. The bumpy ride was fun and the view from the top is breathtaking. We definitely recommend this for! Would do it again!”

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3.Aqua Safari Introductory Helmet Dive (Underwater Walk)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · from $159

Walk Bora Bora’s lagoon floor in a special helmet, meet tropical fish and rays, and enjoy a gentle underwater adventure without swimming or scuba skills.

“Nice experience. Entire activity was well coordinated and organised. They explained instructions also clearly and assisted in entire experience. Only thing I regret is my little one could not make it to the experience and it happened due to him being unwell on the day. The company could not refund the amount paid due to last minute request.”

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4.1/2 day lagoon safari – Shared tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 4 hours · from $117

Review of Bora Bora’s four-hour lagoon safari, with snorkeling, sharks, rays, coral gardens, practical tips, price advice, and FAQs.

“Bonue pick up from the Vaitpe jetty where the cruise boat cam in. Brilliant for the variety of places to snorkel. Lovely coloured clams and fish. Added value was that he motored around the whole island before returning back; perhaps we were all earlier than usual as all of us coulds wim etc. Only thing i'd ask the tour provideer, prior to your arrival; is check he will have enough equipent for everyone on board and provide shoe size.”

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5.Eco Shark and Snorkeling Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 156 reviews · 2h 30m · from $112

Swim with Bora Bora’s black-tip sharks, stingrays, eagle rays, and reef fish on a guided afternoon snorkeling safari.

“What a fabulous experience. The boat picked us up right from our hotel dock. Vincent took the group to three different locations to see rays coral gardens and black tip sharks. He was super knowledgeable and a fabulous tour guide. Gorgeous waters, incredibly beautiful reeds and fish. I would highly recommend this to anyone asking! An absolute must.”

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6.Half day lagoon safari tour in Bora Bora- Shared tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · from $160

Review of Bora Bora’s half-day lagoon safari, with sharks, rays, coral gardens, small groups, pricing, practical tips, and value advice.

“Bora Bora is just amazing. Ramon was so much fun, very safety conscious, and ver informative. The only complaint is the snorkeling equipment was not up to par, and the ladder to get in and out of the boat was not secure.”

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7.Full-day Lagoon Safari Tour with Lunch in Bora Bora – Shared tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $206

Review of Bora Bora’s Rohivai Tours lagoon safari, with four snorkel stops, rays, sharks, a motu lunch, guides, price, and practical tips.

“Absolutely enjoyed our day. Our guide was amazing and we met up with other groups on the same excursion and all of the guides entertained us with their musical talents. Water wildlife was beautiful to see and swim with. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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8.Jet Ski, Lunch & Shark/ Ray Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 64 reviews · 6 hours · from $295

Review of Bora Bora’s 6-hour jet ski, lunch, shark, and ray tour, including itinerary, value, marine care, age rules, and booking tips.

“Jet skiing around the lagoon was so much fun and so beautiful!”

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9.Private Safari Adventure Tour in Bora Bora with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

Explore Bora Bora by private 4x4, visiting Mount Popoti, Matira Point, temples, and remote viewpoints with a local guide.

“Had a great time with Tuarii, good sense of humor and we got to see 3 vista views from different parts of the main island.”

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10.Private Full Day Lagoon Safari and Lunch on a Motu in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews

Review of Bora Bora’s private lagoon safari, with coral gardens, rays, sharks, snorkeling, and lunch on a motu.

“This is a very well organised tour from the pick upp to the drop off. Excellent choice of the places for snorkelling. They were also very mindfull of the safety. Excellent lunch.”

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11.Private Tour: Aqua Safari Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

Review of Bora Bora’s private Aqua Safari helmet tour, with underwater walking, coral gardens, pricing, safety, transport, and booking tips.

“I just really really really loved this! I would recommend this attraction to any and everyone. This is a DON'T miss. Bring your underwater camera. If you don't have one it's ok. They take pictures of you that you can buy. No need for water shoes, it's a sandy bottom. This attraction rates up their with skydiving. Great bucket list item.”

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12.4×4 Safari with Snorkelling Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours · from $186

Review of Bora Bora’s 7-hour 4x4 and snorkeling tour, with sharks, rays, coral gardens, island views, BBQ lunch, and practical tips.

“It was absolutely amazing! First, incredible snorkeling – sharks, stingrays, and mantas – then a delicious lunch on the island, followed by a beautiful tour around it. There’s nothing to complain about. Plan to spend the whole day on this activity, as you’ll return later than stated. Highly recommended!”

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