Bora-Bora, Volcanic island in French Polynesia, South Pacific
Mount Otemanu rises 727 meters above a turquoise lagoon surrounded by smaller islands and a protective barrier reef containing marine life.
The United States military constructed a supply base, oil depot, and airstrip during World War II, leaving eight coastal artillery guns after closing in 1946.
The name originates from the Tahitian word 'Porapora', meaning First Born, as locals consider it the first island created after Raiatea.
Visitors reach the island through flights to Motu Mute airport from Tahiti, followed by boat transfers to their accommodations around the lagoon.
The landscape combines two extinct volcanic peaks with 30.55 square kilometers of land mass encircled by coral formations and deep ocean waters.
Location: French Polynesia
Location: Leeward Islands
Website: https://www.borabora.pf/
Address: Bora-Bora, French Polynesia 98730 Bora-Bora
Website: https://borabora.pf
GPS coordinates: -16.48194,-151.75000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
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