Bora-Bora

Bora Bora's official port stands apart in the Pacific, perched at the edge of a luminous lagoon where turquoise reefs, powdery sands and a cone of emerald Mount Otemanu form a postcard you never want to leave. The experience begins before you step ashore: from the moment your ship slides into the protected harbor, you are invited to escape into a world of lagoon hopping motus, pearl-draped shores and sun-glinted water that shifts shade with every breeze. Signature experiences include intimate overwater shore excursions to private motu for a beach lunch or a sunset sail, snorkeling with graceful manta rays and tropical fish in crystal-clear shallows, and a choice of ocean or lagoon safaris that bring you to hidden coves and volcanic craters. The island's destinations range from the sheltered lagoon's pearl farms and black pearl nurseries to the dramatic inland tracks that climb Mount Otemanu or Mount Pahia for sweeping panoramas. The port's facilities—modern berths and efficient tender operations—are built to handle a range of ships, from boutique expedition yachts to mid-sized cruise liners, with easy access to shore-side lounges, shaded boarding zones and sustainable service options that minimize time in port. Onboard services curated by the cruise lines here elevate the island experience, offering Polynesian-inspired spa rituals, chef-led overwater dining and culture-forward shore excursions that pair with Bora Bora's natural beauty to create a day of effortless island-luxe indulgence.