Private Bora Bora Snorkel Tour with Vegetarian Motu Lunch

Plongée Libre & Déjeuner Végétarien • Tour privé delivers a day of clear-water snorkeling and a private motu lunch on Bora Bora’s famed lagoon. Located in Bora Bora in French Polynesia, this six-hour private tour departs at 9:00 and combines guided snorkeling from a 25-foot Cap Camarat with a chef-prepared vegetarian meal served on a secluded motu. You’ll be collected at your hotel by a private guide and escorted to the boat, where the skipper runs through safety basics and hands out masks and snorkels. The lagoon here is ringed by a fringing reef and dotted with motu—small coral islets formed on reef flats—creating calm, shallow channels ideal for free snorkeling with vivid parrotfish, angelfish, and the occasional ray. Visibility often tops 20 meters, revealing bommies of staghorn and brain corals and the broken, sculpted shapes of ancient reef structures. Stops are chosen for wildlife and easy entry: coral gardens with schooling fish, a sandbar for a short wade, and a quieter channel where blacktip reef sharks sometimes cruise at a respectful distance. The boat is a Cap Camarat 25-foot, nimble enough to reach narrow spots while offering shaded seating between swims. What makes this tour stand out is the private motu lunch. A local chef prepares a vegetarian Polynesian spread using island-grown fruits, taro, coconut, and grilled local vegetables—with the option to swap to a classic barbecue on request. You’ll eat with your toes in the sand, under a frangipani tree or on a picnic blanket, while the lagoon’s turquoise gradient stretches to Mount Otemanu’s jagged silhouette. Beyond the scenery, this trip offers a gentle cultural thread: Polynesian cooking techniques and the centrality of motu life to Bora Bora’s human geography. It’s an ideal choice for travelers who want a low-impact, intimate encounter with the lagoon’s ecology—snorkeling in protected spots, learning about reef health, and supporting local culinary craft. Practical notes: the outing runs six hours, is suitable for basic swimmers, and operates daily at 9:00. Tell your guide about any dietary restrictions in advance. Whether you’re chasing close-up reef encounters or a serene private lunch on white sand, this private Bora Bora snorkel and vegetarian-motu lunch tour delivers a polished, island-focused day on one of the South Pacific’s most electric lagoons. Pack a lightweight daypack with reef-safe sunscreen, a dry bag for valuables, a quick-dry towel, and a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication before boarding. Most guests find basic snorkeling skills sufficient, but practice with the provided mask in shallow water first. Confirm any food allergies when booking so the chef can accommodate you. Booking through the operator secures private pickup and flexible stops tailored to your interests preferences.