Arrive by Air Tahiti or private charter and transfer to your overwater villa; use this morning to settle, sign waivers for activities and plan reservations — many excursions require advance booking.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast buffet or à la carte with lagoon views — the perfect orientation to Polynesian flavours and fresh fruit. Confirm breakfast hours on arrival; most open 7:00–10:30.
Test your snorkel gear in the shallow lagoon off your villa to acclimatise and spot reef fish and rays within a few metres of shore. Beach/lagoons are open all day; no booking needed.
Casual lunch — Bloody Mary's is iconic for seafood, or choose your resort’s beach grill for fish tacos and salads; most beach grills serve until 15:00.
Book a 60–90 minute signature massage to shake off travel fatigue — resorts typically operate spa services from 9:00–19:00 but confirm availability on arrival.
Private boat with guide to the reef for shark and stingray encounters, snorkel spots and a motu picnic; operators typically depart 8:30–9:30 and return mid/late afternoon — book in advance.
Explore walls, pinnacles and manta cleaning stations with a certified dive operator; dives usually start 8:00 and 10:30 depending on schedule — check daily plan and minimum experience requirements.
Hire an electric buggy or bicycle and do a relaxed clockwise loop (about 10–12 km) to visit Vaitape shops and viewpoints; rentals available 8:00–17:00.
60–90 minute helicopter flight to see Mount Otemanu, the lagoon and nearby motus from above — operators typically fly 8:00–17:00 and book out, so reserve early.
Reserve a half- or full-day Polynesian spa package including massage, body scrub and hydrotherapy; spas operate roughly 9:00–19:00 and need booking ahead.
Depart by private catamaran or speedboat to Tahaa (the Vanilla Island) and Raiatea for a combined day of vanilla plantation visits and lagoon exploration; boats typically depart early 7:00–8:30.
Visit a working vanilla plantation and discover pearl farm operations; tours generally run mornings — check opening times and combine with your boat operator.
Explore colourful coral beds and swim with tropical fish in protected channels — ideal snorkelling spots are accessible by boat and operator will choose best sites.
Head offshore for big-game fishing (marlin, tuna); charters often depart at sunrise and run half- or full-day — confirm tackle and licence requirements with operator.
Short guided hikes to lookout points for unique photos of Mount Otemanu and the interior of Bora Bora; expect 1–3 hour walks with moderate terrain and morning departures.
Charter a luxury yacht for a bespoke day exploring the lagoon, motus and snorkel sites with gourmet catering — charters typically depart 8:00–9:00 and return late afternoon.
Private photographer captures sunrise by Mount Otemanu and overwater villas; early start ensures best light — photographers typically offer 1–2 hour shoots.
Enjoy breakfast while reviewing the first edit of your photos with the photographer; editing sessions often scheduled same day or delivered later digitally.
Take a short regional flight or private boat to Maupiti for an authentic, less-touristed island experience; flights are limited so book ahead — typical departures early morning.
Take advantage of lagoon wind conditions with private lessons for beginners or guided runs for experienced riders; schools operate morning and afternoon sessions.
Day trip to island known for its lush interior, vanilla and laid-back villages; inter-island flights and charters depart early, so secure bookings in advance.
Guided jet-ski tour around the lagoon and motus with adrenaline and sightseeing; operators run morning and afternoon sessions and require lifejackets and waivers.
Fly to Tahiti (Faa'a) for a night in Papeete to visit markets, museums and high-end restaurants; flights depart multiple times per day — morning flights permit an afternoon of activities.
Allow time to rest and unpack; review photos and ensure any shipped purchases are tracked and insured. If you have onward travel this day, coordinate with airlines and customs.
Contact photographers for final edits, confirm jewellery shipments, and provide feedback to guides and resorts — many suppliers appreciate reviews and tips.