Bora Bora was finally discovered by the outside world, and by the 1960s, it had developed a reputation as the “most beautiful island in the world”. These days, all that’s needed to experience this legendary island is a passport and a plane ticket. But if you decide to travel here, you’ll want to make sure to come prepared with all of the necessary equipment, since prices here are notoriously high, and department stores are nonexistent.
Below is a packing list of essential items to bring to Bora Bora, what to wear, helpful info on the seasons and FAQs, plus info on what NOT to bring or wear.
On Bora Bora there are three main activities to dress for - beach/water recreation, hiking, biking or exploring around the island, and social functions like going out to a nice dinner or a party with friends. For the first two activities, you’ll need to dress for the weather, make sure to use plenty of skin protection from the sun, as well as wear clothes that will keep you cool and comfortable no matter the temperature. For social functions, which often are planned around the evening or night when temperatures are more moderate, you can dress up a bit - but not too much, remember, this is Polynesia.
