4 French Polynesia Romantic Experiences to Build an Evening Around

1.Romantic dive in the lagoon of Bora Bora. Private instructor on a shared boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $479Our pick

You and your partner take a shared boat into Bora Bora’s lagoon for a private scuba session with an instructor such as Rémi, Nicolas, or Jeanne. Expect patient help for beginners, underwater filming, towels, water, full gear, and a black pearl to present afterward. The outing lasts about two hours and begins at 2:00 pm.

“The crew was friendly and accommodating. The dive site was beautiful. My wife was a first timer and Nicholas was experienced and very patient with her. We had a memorable time. I highly recommend this activity!”

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2.Combo Sunset Cruise & Romantic Dinner at St James

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews · 4 hours · from $280Best value

Spend four hours on Bora Bora with a sunset cruise in a traditional Polynesian outrigger canoe, a glass of champagne, and dinner at St James in Vaitape. The boat holds no more than six couples, and English or French guidance is available. Main-island hotel transfers are included, but motu resorts must arrange their return ride.

“The sunset was just spectacular. The food was good and our boat driver had a beautiful voice when she sang.”

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3.Romantic Dive for beginners in Bora Bora (2 people) with Video

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

You and one companion receive beginner scuba instruction at Eleuthera Bora Diving Center, then explore Bora Bora’s underwater world with an instructor. A cameraman records you above and below the surface, and each pair receives a Polynesian black pearl and personalized video. Pickup by car or boat is included.

“Amazing experience the staff were kind and made sure your safety came first! Fun and interactive I highly recommend this excursion to any first timers!”

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4.Romantic Private Sunset and Motu Dinner for Two

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews

You’ll cruise Bora Bora’s lagoon at sunset, then dine privately beside a white-sand beach with fire torches, Polynesian ukulele music, wine, soft drinks, and a three-course meal. The boat driver may be Vatia, whose singing has been part of the evening. Snorkeling gear is provided.

“An amazing once in a lifetime experience. I highly recommend it. We had great time, amazing pics and videos, delicious food and top of it all the beautiful singing of our boat driver, Vatia (hope I am pronouncing the name correctly).”

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