BORA-BORA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A private Terre & Mer in Bora‑Bora: bunkers, bluffs and a close encounter with rays and reef sharks
A single‑day private combo that pairs a 3‑hour 4x4 highland safari with a 3‑hour boat eco‑safari (Cap Camarat 25 ft) to snorkel coral gardens and meet rays and blacktip sharks.
A private Terre & Mer in Bora‑Bora: bunkers, bluffs and a close encounter with rays and reef sharks.
This private Combo Privé Terre & Mer in Bora‑Bora stitches together a morning 4x4 safari into the island’s heights with a private boat excursion across the lagoon—three hours on land exploring WWII bunkers and panoramic viewpoints, then three hours on the water searching coral gardens and the shallow flats where rays and blacktip sharks gather.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
4x4 to the island’s high viewpoints and wartime relics
The private 4x4 safari climbs into Bora‑Bora’s heights to visit historical WWII bunkers and American cannons, with sweeping overlooks that reveal the layered blues and emeralds of the lagoon while the guide provides cultural and historical context.
Snorkel with rays and blacktip sharks in shallow, crystal waters
The private boat portion runs from a Cap Camarat 25‑ft and brings you into knee‑deep lagoon flats and coral gardens where grey rays, leopard rays, mantas and blacktip reef sharks are commonly encountered under the careful guidance of a marine‑minded guide.
Masked snorkeling in protected coral gardens
At the Jardin de Corail you use mask and snorkel to explore clear, calm water rich with multicolored tropical fish and sizable morays; the operator emphasizes a non‑feeding, reef‑respecting approach to protect marine life.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The rhythm is deliberate and private: an early pickup, a three‑hour guided 4x4 that threads historical sites and lookout points, a beachfront lunch stop, then a three‑hour private boat safari in a 25‑ft Cap Camarat where you step into shallow lagoon sand to meet rays and reef sharks and drift through a protected coral garden with your guide.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private combo suits—and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The combo comprises two three‑hour segments (3h private 4x4 safari + 3h private boat safari). Standard departure time is 09:00; tours run Monday–Saturday (with service expanding to Monday–Sunday beginning 20/01/20).
Bring your mask and snorkel for the Jardin de Corail (masque et tuba); lunch is included as part of the combo.
Transfers to and from your hotel are included; the boat used is a 25‑ft Cap Camarat for the private marine portion. The order of the land and sea segments may be adjusted by the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the full Combo Privé Terre & Mer?
The combo consists of a 3‑hour private 4x4 safari plus a 3‑hour private boat safari.
What time does the tour depart?
Standard departure is at 9:00.
Is lunch provided?
Yes—lunch is included; when Bloody Mary’s is closed on Sundays the included lunch takes place at Fare Manuia.
Where does the land portion start?
Your 4x4 guide will pick you up at your hotel or the hotel shuttle base to begin the private land safari.
Will I see rays and sharks?
Guides search the lagoon flats and coral garden for grey rays, leopard rays, mantas and blacktip reef sharks; sightings can vary with conditions and season, and the operator conducts encounters without feeding to protect wildlife.
Can the sequence of the land and sea tours change?
Yes—the order of the two activities is subject to modification by the operator depending on conditions; both activities are done the same day.
Are transfers included?
Yes—round‑trip transfers are included.