Bora Bora: Half Day Island 4WD Guided Tour
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Bora Bora, French Polynesia
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Experience Bora Bora’s postcard-perfect views on a tour by open-air 4WD truck. Gaze out over the famed turquoise lagoon from several lookouts, see a demonstration by local artists and craftspeople, explore World War II sites, and savor delicious tropical fruits at a plantation. Circle the entire island in the morning or afternoon, or select a sunset tour that includes a glass of sparkling wine.
- See how local tie-dye sarongs and coconut oil are made
- Learn about Bora Bora’s Polynesian culture and traditions
- Enjoy the cooling breeze while traveling in the open-sided 4WD
- Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
What's Included
- Local guide
- A glass of sparkling wine (if sunset option selected)
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from the mainland of Bora Bora.
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick/drop off fee if not staying in mainland Bora Bora
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick up all travelers from their various locations. Some hotels require a ferry boat to come across. if your hotel is on a private island we cannot pick you up at your hotel. You will have to the hotel shuttle service to the main island. Please contact us directly for pick up information.. Intercontinental Thalasso - pick up at Le Maona Lobby
Itinerary
After pickup from your Bora Bora hotel or Vaitape Pier at your chosen departure time, board the 4WD vehicle, perfect for scaling any mountain or rough track on the volcanic island. The truck has a shaded roof and open sides for optimal viewing throughout your tour.
Your expert guide circles the entire island—an approximate 20-mile (32-kilometer) route. Stop at a lookout point at East Matira for exceptional views of the sparkling lagoon bordered by lush green mountainsides. Follow up with more vistas from the Faanui Canon lookout and find WWII artifacts left behind by US troops.
When the 4WD truck reaches the Faanui Valley, watch artisans demonstrate how to create tie-dye sarongs and make coconut oil, and sample tropical fruits at a small plantation.
Your last stop is the Amanahune Bay lookout, which features more stunning views along with rock formations that were once inside the volcanic caldera of Bora Bora.
If you selected the sunset tour, sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine while watching the sun slip beneath the horizon.
Your circle-island 4WD tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.
Your expert guide circles the entire island—an approximate 20-mile (32-kilometer) route. Stop at a lookout point at East Matira for exceptional views of the sparkling lagoon bordered by lush green mountainsides. Follow up with more vistas from the Faanui Canon lookout and find WWII artifacts left behind by US troops.
When the 4WD truck reaches the Faanui Valley, watch artisans demonstrate how to create tie-dye sarongs and make coconut oil, and sample tropical fruits at a small plantation.
Your last stop is the Amanahune Bay lookout, which features more stunning views along with rock formations that were once inside the volcanic caldera of Bora Bora.
If you selected the sunset tour, sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine while watching the sun slip beneath the horizon.
Your circle-island 4WD tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.
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Bora Bora
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please bring sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Diane_C
It was a lot of fun! We toured around the island stopping at a few scenic spots. Our driver was kind and knowledgeable about the history of the island. He took good care of us. I would go again and recommend that you book it too!
Reviews
4.6
based on 451 reviews
Susan_R, Apr 2026
The operator was 30 minutes late with no communication, which was frustrating. We went long which was okay with our schedule, but could have been an issue. We did enjoy the beauty of the island, and the guide was so-so, not bad, not great.
Barbara_K, Mar 2026
This tour involves some hiking, so if you have trouble hiking on ruff terrain for 15 minutes or so you won’t like this one. We had several stops and one was a gift shop outdoor market by locals. It was very hot on the day we went.
Yanchao_L, Feb 2026
Excellent experience. Splendid view of the bora bora island. We gone to several spots to view the lagoon and mountain.
Everett_P, Feb 2026
Our driver Nono was amazing he explained everything well and to us to some unique places where there were no other tourists. Also places that the US Military set up before WWI.
Great service and great driver!!
Fabian_L, Jan 2026
The tour circled the entire island with various stops along the way. Seating was in the covered rear of a 4WD truck. Capacity is 8 passengers. The 4WD was definitely needed as we went to 2 elevated locations. One was to a WWII gun emplacement. The 40 min. Round trip path to the gun was VERY rocky and uneven. Remain at the truck if you have any walking difficulties. The other elevated stop was a flat location high above the ocean overlooking the bay where the cruise ship was located. Overall, a great trip.
Sonesha_D, Dec 2025
The trucks are very safe, they even had seat belts in the back. Reasonably easy to get in and out of the truck. This tour took us to many more places than our friends on other tours. It was really worth it! The guides were pleasant and shared a lot of info about the area and culture.
Lyn_J, Dec 2025
We had a fantastic experience on this island tour in Bora Bora. The company did a really great job from start to finish. We traveled around the island in a 4×4 pickup truck with bench seating in the back—comfortably padded, covered, and equipped with seatbelts, which made the ride both fun and secure.
We were traveling in December, and it was very hot and humid, so being in an open-air pickup made a big difference. We actually caught a nice breeze while driving, which helped keep things comfortable.
The route took us up into the mountains with several well-timed stops along the way. At each stop, the guide clearly explained what we were seeing and shared helpful context about the island and the surrounding motus. I took the English-language tour, and everything was very clear and easy to understand.
The views were absolutely stunning—lush mountains, sweeping vistas, and those unreal shades of blue Bora Bora is famous for. The photos don’t do the beauty justice. I’d highly recommend this tour if you want to see the island beyond the beach and get a deeper appreciation for its landscape.
Adam_J, Dec 2025
I didn’t feel our driver/guide had his heart in the tour. We saw the highlights and wished I had done a snorkelling tour instead. Or at the least had a swim in the beautiful blue seas.
Gena_P, Dec 2025
It was exciting and fascinating to see a more rugged part of the island. Of course the water and beaches are incredibly beautiful, but this experience allowed me to see something different. Moana was my driver and guide. He was lovely and kind. The sunset from a top one of the highest points was spectacular. I would recommend to anyone who wants a little more adventure, just be prepared for lots of roller coaster type bumps!
Chris_R, Dec 2025
Excellent tour which circumnavigated the island plenty of stops along the way, Mana our driver / guide was informative and passionate about his country.
Zorica_R, Dec 2025
Very bumpy ride.Even though it was raining off and on,our driver was trying his best to entertain us.
Stopped by a good place by the road for the best fresh fruit to buy,which I did.
The fruit was juicy and fresh and bought a lot.
MaryAnn_G, Nov 2025
Guide arrived on time, explained our journey, very informative and fun conversations. Took great pictures of us 😎. I would highly recommend.
Chris_G, Nov 2025
We enjoyed this tour and our guide gave us a lot of varied information on the geology, vegetation and war time history of the island.
Part of the tour involves a 15 minute walk over uneven ground so we would advise walking shoes or trainers rather than flip flops.
Dennis_D, Oct 2025
This trip was a great way to both see the island from high vantage points and to learn about its history.
Diane_C, Oct 2025
It was a lot of fun! We toured around the island stopping at a few scenic spots. Our driver was kind and knowledgeable about the history of the island. He took good care of us. I would go again and recommend that you book it too!
Leonard_P, Oct 2025
The guide did not explain anything at any stop. He pretended he had trouble with English and spoke only to the three French people on the tour. When we stopped at the local tie-dye business, he just left us to wander aimlessly for twenty minutes while he vaped. We were never given a demonstration of the tie-dying as promised in the itinerary. He never offered a hand to help people step in or out of the vehicle. We have used Viator all over the world and been very happy. Not this time! Do not book this tour.
Kimberly_S, Sep 2025
This is a fun, short tour around the island. We stopped at all sites listed. Our tour guide was spoke multiple languages and explained the formation of the islands and the origin of the people very well. Our only glitch was that our Viator booking said the tour started at 9am but those that booked via the concierge were told 8:30am.
yearbys, Sep 2025
A fun and informative tour of Bora Bora. Our driver/guide was very knowledgeable and made our trip really enjoyable.
Andy_G, Sep 2025
One of the best tours with an amazing tour guide around a tropical paradise. I would suggest this to any visitor to Bora Bora. Thank you Freedom!
Tim_T, Sep 2025
The ride in the 4x4 was quite rough -- but doable. The sites we went to were ok, noting spectacular. Our guide stopped occasionally and explained several things, but overall it was just an average experience.
Jen_m, Sep 2025
Had an exceptional time! This is our third time returning to BB and our second time touring the island. We learned new things and our guide was very informative and just fantastic. Definitely recommended!
Paulo_F, Sep 2025
This was a great 3 hour tour, with beautiful views of the island that are not easily accessible without a 4x4. Our guide Moana knows Bora Bora inside and out and provided great explanations, sharing his knowledge about this little piece of paradise. We stopped in lookout points with amazing views and also at Matira Beach. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to know this island.
Suzi_E, Sep 2025
Fantastic 4wd trip around the island with lots of cultural stops. Our guide Mana was very knowledgeable and also very friendly.
Mike_I, Aug 2025
Ensure your vehicle has sufficient safety belts. Take your own water. Be prepared to endure the sales pitch that come immediately.
Carolin_E, Aug 2025
Great little tour for going inland, up the mountain and around. The guide should read more up as he wasnt able to answer many questions we had in the group. His enthusiasm and friendliness was unfailing though. Def recommend the tour to see and learn more beyond the beaches.
Alistair_B, Aug 2025
Had a great Island tour. Our guide was Iaorana, and he was very helpful and showed us some very interesting places, and fantastic views. Unfortunately the weather wasn't too good but we made the best of it. Really enjoyed the experience.
Ellis_P, Aug 2025
Somewhat bumpy ride. Could not be helped. Road unpaved. Guide was great. However as with the other tour no water provided.
Diane_F, Aug 2025
Moana was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable of the history and migration of the Polynesian people as well as the cultural traditions. He answered our many questions and provided knowledge of the how the culture used different parts of plants and trees for building homes and providing food. The views of the lagoon, reef and other islands is amazing. This is a great way to see the island and learn about the culture as well.
Christina_L, Jul 2025
We took two different island tours during our day in Bora Bora, and this by far was the most adventuresome and had the best opportunities for spectacular views.
The tour did not start off well since there wasn’t anyone to formally meet us with a sign with our names so there was a lot of confusion at the beginning.
David_B, Jul 2025
The only positive note was the guide — very friendly and well-prepared. Unfortunately, I didn’t enjoy the rest of the trip at all. The 4x4 vehicle was extremely uncomfortable and outdated, and the stops along the way were unimpressive. The vehicle really needs to be replaced — it’s far too old and unpleasant to ride in. A shame, really.
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