Bora Bora Full Day Manu Lagoon Excursion Guide

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The Bora Bora Manu Lagoon Excursion is a full-day boat trip designed to showcase the stunning waters, marine life, and landscapes of Bora Bora. The tour is approximately 7 hours long and is highly recommended, with 98% of travelers giving it a positive review. It has a high interest, with 3 bookings on the day this information was sourced.

  • Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
  • Languages: Offered in English and one other language.
  • Reviews: 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews.
  • Booking: Mobile tickets and pickup are offered.

What to Expect (Itinerary)

The excursion includes four main stops:

  1. Coral Gardens (1 hour): Snorkel in a vibrant underwater paradise known for its diverse marine life and crystal-clear waters.
  2. Anau (1 hour): This area is famous for encounters with graceful manta rays.
  3. Motu Fanfan (4 hours): Enjoy a unique, private island experience. This stop includes lunch and a relaxed time on a beach with white sand, turquoise water, and amenities like deckchairs, local shelters, tables, chairs, and restrooms.
  4. Shark and Ray Snorkel Safari (1 hour): Safely swim with blacktip reef sharks and friendly stingrays in the lagoon.

Inclusions

  • Lunch: A buffet-style lunch is included with the tour. The menu features:
    • Grilled fish and chicken
    • Raw fish with coconut milk
    • Rice, taro, manioc, and banana poe
    • Coconut bread
    • Local fruits
    • Juice and water
  • Equipment: Use of snorkeling equipment is provided.
  • Beverages: Bottled water is included. Other drinks are available for purchase.
  • Guide: A professional guide accompanies the tour.

What to Bring

  • Towel: Travelers must bring their own towels.
  • Snorkeling Equipment (Optional): While equipment is provided, you can bring your own (e.g., fins).

Pickup and Meeting Information

  • Pickup: The tour offers pickup by boat. You must provide precise information about your location (hotel or accommodation) to arrange this.
  • Meeting Point: If you choose not to be picked up, the meeting point is TiareMarket in Bora-Bora. Look for a white and blue sign that says “MANU TAXI BOAT” at the entrance to the pathway on the sea side. The tour operator will send a map and pictures to help you find it.
  • Start Time: The excursion begins at 8:30 a.m.

Additional Information

  • Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • It is near public transportation.
  • Infants can sit on their parents’ laps.
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
  • The maximum group size is 12 travelers.

Traveler Reviews Highlights

  • Frederic_M (May 2025): Praised the four snorkeling spots (more than other tours), close encounters with leopard whiprays, and excellent food.
  • Son_T (May 2025): Highlighted constant communication from the company and praised the friendly and great tour guides, Reva and Chris.
  • Eukanubauser (Aug 2025): Called it “the best tour we have ever done,” commending the guides, locations, and food.
  • Claudia_F (May 2025): Enjoyed the coral reef, praised the tour guide, and liked the lunch and coconut experience.
  • CHEN_L (May 2025): Found the day “so wonderful,” enjoyed seeing baby sharks, and complimented the “kindful and funny” guide.
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