The ideal South Pacific Island: Bora Bora
Two days in Bora Bora, the Society Islands via Paul Gauguin Cruises
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Cruise visitors wanting to discover Bora Bora will have two days in port to explore.
The ship offers a wide range of activities to keep passengers busy like eco-snorkel tours, jet ski adventures and for those more inclined for some relaxation, a day trip to the luxury InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalassotherapy Spa.
Northwest of Papeete, Bora Bora’s multi-colored lagoon has inspired travelers from all over the world. Cruise guests will feel welcome from the locals and should learn the popular greeting: La Ora Na, which is equivalent to Hawaii’s Aloha.
The iconic basalt tombstone of Mount Otemanu is easy to recognize. Rising from the ocean, this half-atoll, half-mountain is surrounded by a lagoon and a series of smaller islands. The ancient Polynesians called it Parapora, or “firstborn,” because they thought it was the first island created after Raiatea.
Port Buzz: Bora Bora – what to do?
- The Gauguin arrives at 8 a.m. and overnights to allow guests maximum time in paradise
- Port of call: Bora Bora, Society Islands
- Take the Gauguin tender at 9:30 a.m. to the Vaitape dock
- Visit InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana and InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa
- Check out Deep Nature Spa by Algotherm