Society Islands - Bora Bora
Snorkeling is delightful in the warm blue waters of Tahiti
World War II Ammunition's depot hidden under the lush jungle foliage and WWII Cannon
Some of the Beautiful gentle People of Tahiti extending their hospitality.
The Lava formed Mountain peaks of Bora Bora - I took the picture from a banana grove.
The colorful lagoon of Bora Bora surrounded by many Motu with sandy beaches and coral reefs.
Dream like beaches! Very romantic!
I believe I have found a Paradise on earth!
Blue waters of many hues, lush green jungles of coconut palms, banana trees, pineapple fresh tropical fruit and flowers galore - some I had never seen before!
It is no wonder the famous french artist Paul Gauguin feel so in love with the lush tropical landscape, blue lagoons and the gentle hearted beautiful people of the Society Islands.
My favorite Society Island is Bora Bora. We went 4 wheel driving through the lush jungles up the mountain and I was absolutely awe struck at the amazing blue hues of the ocean water below. If you like outdoor sports and beautiful scenery Bora Bora is a paradise. A group of us took jet skis around the lagoon and we had so much fun! This was followed by a visit to a motu (a small sand island communally owned) and snorkeling. A real world class diving, surfing and water sports location! The huge coral reefs that protect Bora Bora are a huge attraction to many marine life. If you are a land creature or like indoor sports at the end of the day there is a famous bar you might want to check out called Bloody Mary's.
On the islands I was pretty amazed to see baguette delivery done daily into a baguette box located at the end of the driveway - much like daily mail service! I have never had a better baguette in my life. Oh! that French recipe! Delightful! It is a good thing there are so many activities to work off the good Baguettes and wine!
My husband and I noticed the Tahitian women who are young are incredibly beautiful but they don't seem to age well at all. We kind of thought it might be a combination of wine, baguettes and a lifetime in the sun?
The best time of the year to go to Bora Bora is during their drier winter season May - October. This time of year is not exempt from a occasional downpour but it is usually over quickly and the lush greenery makes it a welcome sight. The Tahitian seasons are opposite of ours in America because they are south of the equator. November - April is the wet or rainy season when you can expect the possibility of hotter more humid weather and some rather intense rains sometimes lasting more than a day.
The Society Islands are very rich in history. This region once ruled by chiefs paddling canoes was taken over by the British and then the French in the late 1700's.
During WWII Tahai was a key ally defence post in the pacific ocean which was at times bombed.
The currency used is the Tahitian Franc however, many people will accept American dollars. Many people are able to communicate in English due to the large influx of English speaking tourists. However, the national languages are French and Tahitian.
If you would like more personalized information on planning a cruise and tours to the Society Islands please contact me I would be very happy to help you plan a cruise vacation of a lifetime.
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