Plongée à Bora Bora — French Polynesia

Bora Bora's diving may be overshadowed by its luxury resort fame, but the marine life is excellent — manta rays at Anau, lemon sharks in Teavanui Pass, and barracuda at Tapu. The lagoon's turquoise water and Mount Otemanu backdrop make even safety stops scenic. Not cheap, but the full package is unforgettable.

Score
59.5
Visibilité
12–30m
Température
25–29°C
Meilleurs mois
April, May, June
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Bora Bora
French PolynesiaPacific
59.5

SCORE

-16.5004°N

-151.7415°E

Bora Bora's diving may be overshadowed by its luxury resort fame, but the marine life is excellent — manta rays at Anau, lemon sharks in Teavanui Pass, and barracuda at Tapu. The lagoon's turquoise water and Mount Otemanu backdrop make even safety stops scenic. Not cheap, but the full package is unforgettable.

The Lagoon of Legends

Visibility12–30 m
Temperature25–29°C
Max Depth30 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$110
Best MonthsApril, May, June, July
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML26.0CH71.0VIS76.0SV50.0TMP71.0DA56.0OP73.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL52.0CRD57.0SP70.0

Marine Life

26.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
16
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
58
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
25
Marine Life Diversity
26.0
Coral & Reef Health
71.0
Visibility & Conditions
76.0
Dive Site Variety
50.0
Water Temperature
71.0
Depth & Access
56.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
52.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
70.0

Key Species

Dive Types

reefdriftpelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

overwater bungalow relaxationMount Otemanu photographylagoon jet ski tourparasailingshark & ray snorkel safariBloody Mary's restaurant

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • WWII cannons at Farepiti Point
  • Marae Marotetini temple

Non-Diver Score

10/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber260 km — Centre Hospitalier de la Polynésie Française Chamber, Tahiti
Nearest Hospital5 km

Flight to Tahiti (45 min) for chamber; small clinic on island; luxury resort medical staff available

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

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PADI

4.7
180 reviewsNITROX

Bora Bora Diving Center

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4.6
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