The name Bora Bora already sounds like a magic spell. The enchanted landscape of green peaks and shining lagoons seems to be out of this world. We have organized a rental car and are on the approximately one and a half hour island tour. With Mount Pahia always in view, we drive along the more or less paved road.
Bora Bora Lagoon Resort is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. It is located on the small island of Motu Toopua, opposite Vaitape, about 15 minutes by boat to the airport. The hotel is not located on the main island, but on its own small volcanic peak, in the middle of the lagoon, overlooking the extinct Otemanu volcano. Holidaymakers not only have the choice between several hotels of different categories, but also whether they want to stay on the main island or one of the offshore motus.
On the motus there are usually only reception, restaurant, a small boutique and a water sports center. Unless a few beach bungalows are hidden under palm trees, they spend the night in so-called overwater bungalows on stilts in the sand of the lagoon. It couldn’t be more comfortable: A few steps from the bed, you can get into the water with the fish from your own veranda at any time. Deserted beach sections can still be reached after a walk of a few minutes. Bora Bora is a classic honeymoon destination, but it also has many repeat visitors, including divers from all over the world. The coral reefs are intact. In addition to small, colorful fish, large animals such as barracudas or sharks can always be seen. Fish is presented in a completely different way in the Bloody Mary’s restaurant: the guest puts together his menu from the catch of the day shown. With only five tables, they started in the seventies. Meanwhile, Bloody Mary’s is known for its cuisine as well as for the long name plate of all the celebrities who have gathered here.
On our journey across the island, we can enjoy the view of lonely beaches and bays at magnificent vantage points. Away from the big hotels and resorts, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the island to the fullest. Again and again, the view wanders to the tropical vegetation and lonely beaches.
