10-Day Bora Bora Yacht Charter: Ultimate Pacific & Americas Seclusion
10 planned days, starting at Bora Bora - Povai Bay & Mount Otemanu Views and finishing at Bora Bora - Departure. Stops include Bora Bora - Povai Bay & Mount Otemanu Views, Bora Bora - Southern Lagoon & Miri Miri Pass, Taha'a - Ha'amene Bay & Vanilla Route, Taha'a - Pearl Farm & Motu Mahaea, Raiatea - Opoa Bay & Taputapuātea and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
Scroll to explore ↓
Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Bora Bora - Povai Bay & Mount Otemanu Views
- Final planned stop
- Bora Bora - Departure
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Panoramic Mount Otemanu views
- Day 1Kayaking and paddleboarding in Povai Bay
- Day 1Welcome champagne and canapés
- Day 1Sunset photography
- Day 2Snorkelling Miri Miri Pass
- Day 2Secluded beach on Motu Tapu
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Bora Bora - Povai Bay & Mount Otemanu Views
Arrive in Bora Bora and settle into your yacht in Povai Bay, offering iconic views of Mount Otemanu. Enjoy an afternoon of watersports within the calm lagoon, followed by a gourmet dinner onboard.
- Panoramic Mount Otemanu views
- Kayaking and paddleboarding in Povai Bay
- Welcome champagne and canapés
- Sunset photography
- Anchorage
- Povai Bay
- Dining
- Onboard private chef experience
- DAY 02
Bora Bora - Southern Lagoon & Miri Miri Pass
Explore the southern reaches of Bora Bora's lagoon. Snorkel the vibrant Miri Miri Pass, known for its diverse marine life and gentle currents. Discover lesser-known motus for a secluded beach experience.
- Snorkelling Miri Miri Pass
- Secluded beach on Motu Tapu
- Fishing from the yacht
- Star gazing from the deck
- Anchorage
- Motu Piti Uuta
- Dining
- Lagoon by St. Regis (French-Polynesian fusion)
- DAY 03
Taha'a - Ha'amene Bay & Vanilla Route
Sail to Taha'a and anchor in the deep, sheltered Ha'amene Bay. Take a guided tour inland along the 'Vanilla Route', visiting small farms and tasting local vanilla products. Enjoy a traditional Polynesian dance performance.
- Ha'amene Bay exploration
- Vanilla plantation and distillery tour
- Traditional dance show
- Hiking to a scenic viewpoint
- Anchorage
- Ha'amene Bay
- Dining
- Vanille Café (authentic local dishes)
- DAY 04
Taha'a - Pearl Farm & Motu Mahaea
Visit a black pearl farm to learn about the intricate cultivation process and perhaps purchase a souvenir. Spend the afternoon at Motu Mahaea, known for its pristine beaches and excellent snorkelling.
- Black pearl farm visit and shopping
- Snorkelling around Motu Mahaea
- Beachcombing for shells
- Relaxing on the secluded sandy shores
- Anchorage
- Motu Mahaea
- Dining
- Onboard gourmet seafood dinner
- DAY 05
Raiatea - Opoa Bay & Taputapuātea
Cruise to Raiatea, anchoring in Opoa Bay. Visit the ancient Taputapuātea Marae, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a significant cultural and religious centre of Polynesia. Learn about its historical importance.
- Taputapuātea Marae guided tour
- Exploration of Opoa village
- Learning about Polynesian history
- Sunset views from the marae
- Anchorage
- Opoa Bay
- Dining
- Restaurant Le Tiare (traditional Polynesian fare)
- DAY 06
Raiatea - Faaroa River & Botanical Gardens
Embark on a dinghy or kayak excursion up the Faaroa River, a lush, jungle-lined waterway. Visit the exotic botanical gardens nearby, home to diverse flora and birdlife.
- Faaroa River dinghy exploration
- Raiatea Botanical Gardens visit
- Birdwatching in the rainforest
- Fresh fruit tasting
- Anchorage
- Apu Bay
- Dining
- Onboard, featuring local fruits and vegetables
- DAY 07
Huahine - Fare & Maeva Village
Sail to Huahine, the 'Garden Island', anchoring in Fare. Explore the quaint village and then visit the archaeological sites of Maeva, an ancient fishing village with numerous marae.
- Fare village market browsing
- Maeva archaeological site tour
- Horseback riding on the beach
- Surfing lessons (seasonal)
- Anchorage
- Fare Bay
- Dining
- Restaurant Izzy's (casual beachside dining)
- DAY 08
Huahine - Southern Lagoon & Coral Gardens
Discover the pristine southern lagoon of Huahine, known for its vibrant coral gardens and excellent snorkelling. Visit the sacred blue-eyed eels of Faie, a unique cultural experience.
- Snorkelling in Avea Bay
- Visiting the sacred blue-eyed eels
- Exploring the smaller motus
- Learning about local legends
- Anchorage
- Avea Bay
- Dining
- Hotel Le Maitai Lapita Huahine (Polynesian buffet)
- DAY 09
Sail back to Bora Bora - Final Lagoon Discoveries
Enjoy a scenic sail back to Bora Bora. Spend the afternoon exploring a new, secluded part of Bora Bora's vast lagoon, perhaps a final snorkel or paddleboard around a quiet motu.
- Leisurely sail from Huahine
- Discovery of a new Bora Bora anchorage
- Last opportunity for watersports
- Gourmet farewell dinner onboard
- Anchorage
- West of Motu Piti Uuta
- Dining
- Onboard chef's gala dinner
- DAY 10
Bora Bora - Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast on board your yacht, taking in the serene views of Bora Bora. Disembark at Vaitape, reflecting on your unforgettable journey through the Leeward Society Islands.
- Final breakfast with lagoon views
- Last minute souvenir shopping
- Transfer to Bora Bora Airport
- Photography of Mount Otemanu
- Anchorage
- Vaitape harbour
- Dining
- Café St. James (casual French pastries)
Knowledge graph
Related destinations, marinas and yachts
Explore the places and charter options connected to this route.
Destinations on this route
An itinerary is defined by the places it visits
Explore this region and plan your week
Continue with the destinations, itineraries, marinas and practical guides that are most closely related to this page.