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Bora Bora is a paradise for tourists from all over the world. The island is surrounded by magnificent blue-colored lagoons where different water sports are available for your pleasure. The Polynesian waters is considered a fantastic setting for various water sports like sailing, swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, water skiing and jet skiing.

The following information below is your guide to different water sports in Bora Bora:

1. Scuba Diving – This is considered a very popular recreational activity in Bora Bora. There are several different companies and operators in the island that provide tourists a scuba diving experience that they will never forget.

2. Snorkeling – Also included in list of popular water sports is snorkeling. The waters of Bora Bora are absolutely perfect for snorkeling because of its crystal clear lagoons. Most hotels in Bora Bora offer guests equipment for snorkeling. However, it is still recommended to bring your own snorkeling gears. Snorkeling in Bora Bora is in a class all on its own that a lot of business operators make it their primary service. They have turned basic snorkeling into art and through the years of experience, they have already discovered the best snorkeling spots where most species of fishes and amazing corals can be seen.

3. Windsurfing – Windsurfing is also a very popular water sport in Tahiti Polynesia. However, finding a windsurfing rental place is very difficult. The only places where you can find them are from large hotels like The Sofitel, Hotel Bora Bora and Maitai.

4. Jet Skiing and Wave Running – Wave Running and Jet Skiing are two of the most adrenaline-pumping water sports in Bora Bora Island. Most tourists in the island rent a wave runner or a jet ski for exploring lagoons in the island. These water crafts are fun, stable and fast. Proper knowledge on how to operate these water crafts is needed as well as wearing safety gears to prevent accidents and injuries.

5. Lagoon Swimming – Swimming along the lagoon of Bora Bora Island is undoubtedly the easiest, safest, cheapest and of course most popular activity for water lovers. The waters are crystal clear and warm, perfect for swimming along the shorelines. However, the currents can be very strong in some spots as you swim farther from the shorelines. Weak swimmer should be cautious and should also have good judgment to avoid accidents and injuries. Other than the currents, there is nothing else to worry about. There are no shark-related accidents in the history of the lagoon although there are some instances of jellyfish problems.

The island of Bora Bora is a perfect place for different water sports. To visit Bora Bora Island, it is best that you call your travel agency.