Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours By The Numbers

Rain clouds over the Bora Bora lagoon and green peaks of the island
A covered lagoon tour boat crossing open turquoise water toward a reef islet
Mount Otemanu rising over calm turquoise lagoon water under scattered clouds
Reef fish schooling over a shallow coral channel in turquoise lagoon water
727 m
Mount Otemanu · the peak every lagoon tour is framed around
32 km
Ring Road · one paved road circles the island, about 45 minutes non-stop
7 km
Vaitape To Matira · about 12 minutes by road; the cruise tender wharf is 50 m on foot from Vaitape
12 km
Vaitape To Anau · the east-lagoon ray area, about 20 minutes by road
30.55 km2
Island Area · main island only, the lagoon is far larger

Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours By Trip Type

Half day lagoon snorkel tours

Shared Morning or Afternoon Snorkel

H2O BORA BORA runs this shared snorkeling boat tour as a half day of 3 hours 30 minutes on the lagoon, from $130 per person, free cancellation, rated 5 across 774 reviews.

★ 5.0 (774)from $1303 hours 30 minutes

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All 13 Half day lagoon snorkel tours on one page →

Full day lagoon and motu lunch tours

All 10 Full day lagoon and motu lunch tours on one page →

Private boat and catamaran snorkels

Private Boat, Morning or Afternoon

A private boat snorkeling trip run by H2O BORA BORA, lasting 3 hours 30 minutes, from $650 per group, with free cancellation and a 5 rating across 126 reviews.

★ 5.0 (126)from $650 per group3 hours 30 minutes

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All 5 Private boat and catamaran snorkels on one page →

Jet ski and 4WD snorkel combos

Jet Ski Combo, Lunch Included

Moana Adventure Tours combines a guided jet ski tour with an eco shark and ray snorkel cruise in one full day, 6 hours 30 minutes in total, from $303 per person with free cancellation.

★ 4.8 (391)from $3036 hours 30 minutes

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4WD and Shark Ray Snorkel Cruise

Moana Adventure Tours bundles a 4WD island circuit with an eco shark and ray snorkel cruise, 7 hours in all, from $246 per person, rated 4.5 across 96 reviews and free to cancel.

★ 4.5 (96)from $2467 hours

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All 6 Jet ski and 4WD snorkel combos on one page →

Narrow The Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours List To Your Day

1. What kind of lagoon day do you want?
2. What can you spend per person?
3. Big-name operator or a quieter boat?

A starting shortlist of the best-reviewed options, not the whole list. Answer any question and it rebuilds around your choices.

  1. Full-Day Lagoon Tour, Lunch Included

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $173 ★ 5.0 (1,715)

  2. Reef Discovery Circle Lagoon Snorkel

    3 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $134 ★ 5.0 (1,051)

  3. Full-Day Lagoon Safari, Motu Lunch

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $170 ★ 4.9 (825)

  4. Shared Morning or Afternoon Snorkel

    3 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $130 ★ 5.0 (774)

  5. Sharks and Rays Full-Day Cruise

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $154 ★ 4.8 (734)

  6. Traditional Outrigger Canoe Snorkel

    2 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $112 ★ 4.8 (604)

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  1. Jet Ski Combo, Lunch Included

    6 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $303 ★ 4.8 (391)

  2. Rohivai Half-Day Lagoon Safari

    4 hours · Free cancellation

    from $112 ★ 4.9 (259)

  3. 8-Hour Lagoon and 4WD Combo

    8 hours · Free cancellation

    from $158 ★ 4.7 (222)

  4. 4-Hour Small-Group Snorkel Cruise

    4 hours · Free cancellation

    from $134 ★ 5.0 (203)

  5. 2.5-Hour Eco Shark Safari

    2.5 hours · Free cancellation

    from $107 ★ 4.7 (191)

  6. 7-Hour Motu Fanfan Day

    7 hours · Free cancellation

    from $144 ★ 4.9 (185)

  7. La Plage Private Lagoon Trip

    3 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $605 per group ★ 4.9 (172)

  8. Vavau Full Day BBQ Lunch

    7 hours · Free cancellation

    from $158 ★ 4.9 (170)

  9. Catamaran Sail, Floating Bar

    4 hours · Free cancellation

    from $309 ★ 4.9 (164)

  10. 5-Hour Lagoon Safari, Fruit Snacks

    5 hours · Free cancellation

    from $151 ★ 4.9 (143)

  11. Private Boat, Morning or Afternoon

    3 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $650 per group ★ 5.0 (126)

  12. Full-Day Islet Lunch and Swim

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $169 ★ 4.8 (126)

  13. 6-Hour Lagoon Safari, Lunch Included

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $194 ★ 4.8 (118)

  14. Bilingual Lagoon Tour and Snorkel

    4 hours · Free cancellation

    from $132 ★ 4.8 (102)

  15. 4WD and Shark Ray Snorkel Cruise

    7 hours · Free cancellation

    from $246 ★ 4.5 (96)

  16. Jet Ski and Shark Ray Safari

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $290 ★ 4.7 (84)

  17. Land and Sea 4x4 Safari, Lunch

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $241 ★ 4.5 (84)

  18. Fruits on Motu Fanfan

    4 hours · Free cancellation

    from $105 ★ 4.9 (47)

  19. Snorkel, Motu Lunch, Jet Ski

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $432 ★ 4.9 (45)

  20. Private Full Day, Otemanu Water Lunch

    5 hours 30 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $1,776 per group ★ 5.0 (33)

  21. Tohora Afternoon Snorkel

    3 hours 30 minutes

    from $150 ★ 4.5 (26)

  22. Private Motu BBQ Day

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $149 ★ 5.0 (24)

  23. Small-Group Snorkel, Drinks Included

    3.5 hours · Free cancellation

    from $128 ★ 5.0 (18)

  24. Keishi 4-Hour Shared Excursion

    4 hours · Free cancellation

    from $140 ★ 5.0 (14)

  25. Vavau 3-Hour Lagoon Snorkel

    3 hours · Free cancellation

    from $118 ★ 5.0 (14)

  26. Blue Lagoon Day, English-Only

    6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $224 ★ 4.6 (14)

  27. Full-Day Snorkel, BBQ Motu

    6.5 hours · Free cancellation

    from $149 ★ 4.6 (13)

  28. Private Boat, Flexible 3-6 Hours

    3 - 6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $560 per group ★ 5.0 (11)

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TourLengthMeetsFromRatingBook
Full-Day Lagoon Tour, Lunch IncludedLagoon Service 6 hours Sent after booking $173 ★ 5.01,715 reviews Check availability
Reef Discovery Circle Lagoon SnorkelReef Discovery 3 hours 30 minutes Sent after booking $134 ★ 5.01,051 reviews Check availability
Full-Day Lagoon Safari, Motu LunchBora Bora Experience - Rohivai Tours 6 hours Matira Beach $170 ★ 4.9825 reviews Check availability
Shared Morning or Afternoon SnorkelH2O Bora Bora 3 hours 30 minutes Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier $130 ★ 5.0774 reviews Check availability
Sharks and Rays Full-Day CruiseVavau 4x4 Adventures 6 hours Sent after booking $154 ★ 4.8734 reviews Check availability
Traditional Outrigger Canoe SnorkelMoana Adventure Tours 2 hours 30 minutes Sent after booking $112 ★ 4.8604 reviews Check availability
Jet Ski Combo, Lunch IncludedMoana Adventure Tours 6 hours 30 minutes Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier $303 ★ 4.8391 reviews Check availability
Rohivai Half-Day Lagoon SafariBora Bora Experience - Rohivai Tours 4 hours Matira Beach $112 ★ 4.9259 reviews Check availability
8-Hour Lagoon and 4WD ComboVavau 4x4 Adventures 8 hours Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier $158 ★ 4.7222 reviews Check availability
4-Hour Small-Group Snorkel CruiseLagoon Service 4 hours Sent after booking $134 ★ 5.0203 reviews Check availability

Best Months For Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours

Sea Temperature (C)28.428.428.928.728.227.426.926.726.727.327.928.3
Humpback WhalesIn seasonIn seasonIn seasonIn seasonIn season
  • Under 27 C
  • 27 to 28 C
  • 28 to 28.5 C
  • Over 28.5 C
  • Not named
  • This month

January

Typical figures for January

Rain (mm): 245 Rain Days: 17.2

Sea Temperature (C): 28.4

February

Typical figures for February

Rain (mm): 211.5 Rain Days: 15.3

Sea Temperature (C): 28.4

March

Typical figures for March

Rain (mm): 168.1 Rain Days: 14.5

Sea Temperature (C): 28.9

April

Typical figures for April

Rain (mm): 143.9 Rain Days: 11.8

Sea Temperature (C): 28.7

May

Typical figures for May

Rain (mm): 112 Rain Days: 11.4

Sea Temperature (C): 28.2

June

Typical figures for June

Rain (mm): 85.5 Rain Days: 9.7

Sea Temperature (C): 27.4

July

Typical figures for July

Rain (mm): 61.9 Rain Days: 9.4

Sea Temperature (C): 26.9

August

Typical figures for August

Rain (mm): 63.7 Rain Days: 8.8

Sea Temperature (C): 26.7

September

Typical figures for September

Rain (mm): 64.6 Rain Days: 9.3

Sea Temperature (C): 26.7

October

Typical figures for October

Rain (mm): 108.7 Rain Days: 10.6

Sea Temperature (C): 27.3

November

Typical figures for November

Rain (mm): 138.5 Rain Days: 12.3

Sea Temperature (C): 27.9

December

Typical figures for December

Rain (mm): 250.7 Rain Days: 16.8

Sea Temperature (C): 28.3

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MonthSea Temperature (C)Rain (mm)Rain DaysHumpback WhalesSeason
January28.424517.2Not in seasonWetter season
February28.4211.515.3Not in seasonWetter season
March28.9168.114.5Not in seasonWetter season
April28.7143.911.8Not in seasonWetter season
May28.211211.4Not in seasonDry season
June27.485.59.7Not in seasonDry season
July26.961.99.4In seasonDry season
August26.763.78.8In seasonDry season
September26.764.69.3In seasonDry season
October27.3108.710.6In seasonDry season
November27.9138.512.3In seasonWetter season
December28.3250.716.8Not in seasonWetter season

Half Day, Full Day Or Private: Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours Compared

Half-Day Shared SnorkelFull-Day Lagoon And Motu LunchPrivate Boat And CatamaranJet Ski Or 4WD Combo
Length2.5 to 5 hours6 to 7 hours3.5 to 6 hours6 to 8 hours
Price from (USD)$105 to $151 per person$144 to $224 per personfrom $309 per person; $560 to $1,776 per group$158 to $432 per person
Lunch included1 of 13 listings10 of 10 listings1 of 5 listings6 of 6 listings
Hotel pickup13 of 13 listings10 of 10 listings5 of 5 listings6 of 6 listings
Free cancellation12 of 13 listings10 of 10 listings5 of 5 listings6 of 6 listings
Group styleshared, small groupshared, small groupprivate, small groupshared, small group
Listing ratings4.5 to 5.04.6 to 5.04.9 to 5.04.5 to 4.9

Where Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours Stop In The Lagoon

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  1. Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender PierDeparture Points
  2. Matira BeachDeparture Points · 3.7 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line
  3. Matira PointSnorkel Spots · 4.8 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line
  4. Coral Garden (Jardin de Corail)Snorkel Spots · 3.2 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line
  5. LagoonariumSnorkel Spots · 3.3 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line
  6. Anau Ray And Shark Site (Motu Piti Aau)Snorkel Spots · 5.4 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line
  7. Motu To'opuaMotus · 2.2 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line
  8. Motu TapuMotus · 2.7 km from Vaitape Wharf And Cruise Tender Pier in a straight line

What Guests Say About Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours

These guest quotes are copied verbatim from each tour's own booking listing; this site does not collect or edit them, only chooses which to show.

“Our captain and live guide Heiva was super friendly and very knowledgeable.”
Frane, operator-listing review of Private Boat, Flexible 3-6 Hours
“This was the highlight of our trip to Bora Bora, our guide Roni was phenomenal - very knowledgeable and entertaining. He knew the best spots to visit and approach them in the safest way.”
Lina, operator-listing review of Full-Day Islet Lunch and Swim
“Everything was perfect – an incredible experience, and a very friendly, funny, and informative guide. I highly recommend it.”
Lebrequier, operator-listing review of Full-Day Lagoon Safari, Motu Lunch
“I 100% recommend this tour. The guide is very friendly and tries to please everyone, and he does everything he can to make it an unforgettable experience.”
Beatriz, operator-listing review of Vavau 3-Hour Lagoon Snorkel

Where To Stay In Bora Bora

View from an overwater bungalow deck of clear shallow lagoon water over pale sand
mid-range

Hotel Royal Bora Bora

Nunue, near Matira Beach, Bora Bora

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Wooden overwater bungalows standing on stilts above calm turquoise lagoon water
luxury

Le Bora Bora by Pearl Resorts

Motu Tevairoa, Bora Bora

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A small boat anchored beside a sandy motu islet in turquoise lagoon water
luxury

InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort

Matira Point, Bora Bora

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Bora Bora Snorkeling Tours FAQ

A small boat anchored over turquoise lagoon water beside a coral reef in Bora Bora
What does a Bora Bora lagoon tour cost?

Shared half days run from $105 to $151 per person in this lineup, full days from $144 to $224, and private boats from $560 to $1,776 per group. Every figure is a starting price; the listing shows the current total for your date.

How long does a lagoon tour take?

Half-day listings run 2.5 to 5 hours, full days 6 to 8 hours, and private boats 3 to 6 hours. The shortest is the 2.5-hour eco shark safari at from $107 per person; the longest is the 8-hour lagoon and 4WD combo at from $158 per person.

Do Bora Bora lagoon tours include lunch?

Only the listings that say so. Roughly half of the tours (18 of 34) list a meal or lunch, and the rest list none, so check the listing before assuming.

Will I see sharks and rays on a lagoon tour?

Shark and ray stops are the standard second act of the circuit and the sites are well known to operators, but sightings are wildlife and never guaranteed. Blacktip reef sharks and southern stingrays are the commonly reported species at the shallow stops.

Can non-swimmers join a lagoon tour?

Yes. Operators including H2O Bora Bora state they welcome non-swimmers, supply flotation and adapt to swimming levels.

Is It Safe To Swim With Reef Sharks In Bora Bora?

In the setting tours actually provide, yes: a guided, shallow stop with blacktip reef sharks, typically 0.5 to 1.5 m, supervised by a briefing and a guide in the water. Guides describe the species as indifferent to snorkelers unless provoked.

From $105 · ★ 5 (1,715) · free cancellation on select tours Compare tours →