Welcome to Bora Bora!
Bora Bora is the gem of French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Get ready for stunning island horizons and jaw dropping torquise lagoons.
To set you up for a successful trip, we've compiled some helpful information. Please read this page thoroughly.
We look forward to sailing with you!
All The Tools You Need To Have A Successful Trip
A Glimpse Into Your Future...
Flights
Our trip starts in Raiatea and ends in Bora Bora. So you'll book your flights in/out of two different airports.
Fly into Raiatea (RFP).
It's common to fly to Tahiti (PPT), layover one night and then catch a short hopper flight to Raiatea on the same or separate airline.
Fly out of Bora Bora (BOB). The same option exists for routing through Tahiti on the way home.
Arrivals
We will get access to the boat around 6pm.
- Landing in the afternoon to early evening is fine.
- Our first night will involved dinner at a restaurant and sleeping on the boat at the dock.
- We will not cast off until the next morning, so don't worry if you're delayed or arrive a little late.
Departures
We will return to the dock around 9-10am on our last day.
- You can book returning flights that depart around 1pm or later without having to rush yourself.
- Later flights are fine too, as it will give you a chance to move at a leisurely pace.
Pro Tip: You are always welcome to arrange a stay at a hotel or AirBnb if you'd like to arrive early or stay on after the sailing trip.
Ground Transportation
- You can easily catch a cab from the airport to the marina or if we arrive as a group, we may arrange a shuttle van.
- If booking a taxi, confirm a price with your driver before loading your luggage into the vehicle.
- Cash payments are easiest for cabs.
Marina Information
Marina Address:
Sunsail Charter Base
Apooiti Marina, Uturoa Raiatea Island, PF 98735, Uturoa, French Polynesia
This is the address you should use for any forms required as you enter the country.
Customs officers will often ask for a boat name. Please tell them we won't know the boat name until it is assigned later in the day.
Where in the world are we going?
Interactive Google Map
Odds and Ends
Currency
- Euros
- All major credit cards are widely accepted.
- We recommend using US dollars as it can be difficult to change any leftover Bahamian cash back into US dollars at the end of the trip.
Electricity
- 220V (European style outlets)
- You will have outlets in your cabins. You will be able to charge devices on the boat, both in your cabin and in the shared areas.
Weather
- Be prepared for warm days and cool nights.
- Check here for the latest forecast.
