Bora Bora Lagoonarium: An Intimate Marine Encounter
Swim with sharks and rays in a safe, controlled environment at Bora Bora's unique natural aquarium.
The Bora Bora Lagoonarium offers a unique opportunity to swim and snorkel with a variety of marine life in a controlled, natural environment. Located on a private motu, this family-run establishment provides guided snorkeling experiences suitable for all skill levels.
A brief summary to Bora Bora Lagoonarium
- G74X+8WQ, Récif du Motu de Bora, PF
- +68989797367
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-3 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-3 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-3 pm
- Thursday 8 am-3 pm
- Friday 8 am-3 pm
- Sunday 8 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Book in advance, especially if arriving by cruise ship, to ensure availability and pickup from the port.
- Consider a full-day tour for a more comprehensive experience, including lunch and additional activities.
- Check with your hotel for boat transfers to the Lagoonarium, as many offer shuttle services.
- Bring an underwater camera to capture the incredible marine life encounters.
Getting There
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Boat
Most visitors will need to take a boat to reach the Bora Bora Lagoonarium, as it is located on a motu. If arriving from the Bora Bora Airport (BOB) on Motu Mute, take the free Air Tahiti or Air Moana shuttle boat to Vaitape. From Vaitape, arrange for a boat transfer with the Lagoonarium or a water taxi. Alternatively, many resorts offer direct boat transfers to the Lagoonarium. Boat transfers from Vaitape typically cost between 3,000-6,000 XPF (approximately $30-$60 USD) depending on the type of boat and distance.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Tupe
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The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
0.9 km
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InterContinental Bora Bora Resort Thalasso Spa
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Lady Pearl Bora Bora (Water taxi | taxi boat)
1.5 km
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Vavau adventures
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Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
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Maohi Nui
3.0 km
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Bora Bora Sunrise Villa
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Bora Bora - Mount Otemanu
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Otemanu
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Natura Discovery Bora Bora
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Bora-Bora EcoLodge
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Bora Bora Photographer Damien Gobron
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Rohotu Fare
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Tahiti Nui Helicopters PAGO
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Unmissable attractions to see
The Lagoonarium
1.0 km
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Lagoon Service Bora Bora
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Reef Discovery Bora Bora
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Tohora Bora Bora Snorkeling Lagoon Tours & Whale Watching
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Mataorio Bay Point
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Piti Aau
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Araarapupu Point
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Lagoonarium
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Bora Bora Adventures ATV / QUADS Tours
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ʻĀmanahune
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Mt. Pahia Summit
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Pāopāo Point
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Bora Bora
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Garrick Yrondi | Art Studio & Gallery
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Popoti
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Essential places to dine
Lagoon Restaurant at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
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Farniente Ristorante
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Te Pahu Restaurant
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Sands Restaurant
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Le Corail
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Reef Restaurant
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A la roulotte Malo
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Vaimiti
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Tere Nui
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Fare Hoa Beach Bar & Grill
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Snack tuitui maru
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Pizza LAD
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Hello Sunshine Bora Bora
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Roulotte Matira
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Turtle Beach
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Tahia Pearls
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Tahiti
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Island Fairy Bora Bora
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Super U To'a Amok
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Jena Jewelry Bora Bora
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Reef Bora Bora
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Fantasy
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La Cave - Bora Bora
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Bora Trading
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Manua Pearls Bora Bora
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Bora Bora Original
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Baldini perles
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Aparima Bar
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BUBBLES BAR
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Bobcat Vaitape
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Ukulele Bar
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Manuia Bar
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Beach Bar
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Bora Bora Beach Club
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Vini Vini Bar
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InterContinental Le Moana Bora Bora Resort
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Bora-Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa
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Wine Bar
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Uaina Bar
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Conrad Bora Bora Nui
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Restaurant Titiraina
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
Le Récif
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Tennis club de Raiatea
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Te Mara Nui
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Vahine Summer
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Restaurant Villa Ixora
39.8 km
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Raiatea Bungalow
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Tarona
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Palais de la Mer
59.2 km
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Pension Taravanui
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59.9 km
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Maupiti Diving Center
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