Bora Bora: The Emerald Heart of the Pacific

Where the water holds the sky, and the mountains whisper ancient lullabies.

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The world speaks of Bora Bora in hushed, reverent tones, as if describing a dream. And it is. From the moment your vessel enters the famed turquoise lagoon, you are crossing a threshold into the mythical. Presided over by the majestic, emerald peak of Mount Otemanu, this island is the cradle of Polynesian magic, a place where the life force, the mana, is palpable in the warmth of the water and the scent of the tiare flower. It is a world painted in impossible blues, a sanctuary where time dissolves, leaving only the rhythm of the tides and the beating of your own heart.

RECOMMENDATIONS

  • The Coral Gardens: Just off the coast of Motu Piti Aau, there is a snorkeling spot known as the Coral Gardens. It is a silent, underwater cathedral of color and life. To float here is to understand the ocean's most intimate secrets.

  • The Taste of Tahiti: Ask your concierge to arrange a private motu picnic. The essential dish is Poisson Cru—fresh tuna marinated in lime juice and coconut milk. Eaten on a secluded beach, it is the truest flavor of French Polynesia.

  • A Hike to the Sacred: For a view that will stay with you forever, take a guided hike up to the Banyon Tree of Pofatu, a sacred site that offers a breathtaking panorama of the twin bays. You can feel the island’s ancient soul here.

ISABELLA'S TIPS While the overwater bungalows are iconic, consider chartering a catamaran for a few days. Living on the lagoon, not just beside it, is a transformative experience. You can wake with the sun, dive directly into the crystalline water, and sleep under a blanket of stars untouched by city lights.

NÁIA MOMENT The main town of Vaitape has a quiet, authentic charm. Wander through the local market and visit the boutique pearl farms. It is here, among these ocean-born gems, that you understand the island's alchemy. The small, curated shops in the luxury resorts are also where you might discover a piece from our Calypso's Tears collection, a perfect talisman for a love as profound as this place.

Come to Bora Bora to see the color blue for the first time again, and leave with a heart full of its light.