Bora Bora Airport to Hotel Transfer

Bora Bora Airport Transfer — What to Expect

Your captain will be waiting at the airport with a sign, luggage handled, water chilled, and music ready

Bora Bora Airport sits on a separate motu from the main island. There is no road connection, and every transfer to a resort is by boat. This is not a shuttle. Your captain meets you at the airport desk with a name sign, takes your luggage, and escorts you directly to a private boat. No waiting for other passengers, no group transfer, no confusion.

The boat itself sets the tone for the trip. A panoramic sunroof, fresh hand towels, mineral water, free Wi-Fi, and music of your choice. The crossing takes between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on your resort’s location. For most guests, this is their first view of the Bora Bora lagoon, and it is exactly as good as it looks in the photos.

How the transfer works

Three steps from landing to resort check-in.

1. 01
   Pickup at the airport — Your captain meets you at the airport arrival desk holding a sign with your name. Your luggage is collected and loaded into the boot at the back of the boat. A fresh hand towel and cold mineral water are waiting on board. The whole process from landing to departing the dock takes minutes.
2. 02
   Crossing the lagoon — The boat heads out across the lagoon toward your resort. Free Wi-Fi on board, music of your choice, and a panoramic sunroof overhead. Your captain will tell you the estimated crossing time based on your destination and current conditions. This is your first proper view of the lagoon, Mount Otemanu, turquoise water, and the reef in the distance.
3. 03
   Arrival at your resort — The boat pulls up to your resort jetty, and your luggage is unloaded directly onto the dock. You walk straight into your resort check-in. No group transfers, no waiting, no detours to other hotels first.

The crossing takes 15 to 30 minutes, depending on your resort location and your first view of the Bora Bora lagoon

Prices by resort area

The price depends on your resort’s location. All prices are per person. Infants under 3 travel free.

• North Area — from $96.50 per person
  Pearl Beach Resort.
• East Area — from $132.63 per person
  Four Seasons Resort, St Regis Resort, Le Meridien, InterContinental Thalasso and Spa.
• West Area — from $132.63 per person
  Conrad Bora Bora Nui.
• South Area — from $175.68 per person
  Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island, Sofitel Marara, InterContinental Le Moana, Maitai Polynesia, Matira Point, Royal Bora Bora.

Groups of up to 7 travelers. Select your resort area and group size when booking to see the exact price.

Check availability and book your transfer

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What’s included

Who is this transfer for

• First-time visitors — arriving at a new airport in a new country after a long flight is stressful enough. Having a named captain waiting removes all of it.
• Families — infants travel free, groups of up to 7 are accommodated, and luggage is handled from dock to dock. No juggling bags with children in tow.
• Couples on honeymoon or special trips — the crossing sets the tone for the stay. Starting with a private boat across the lagoon rather than a shuttle bus is the right call.
• Anyone whose flight arrives early or late — one review specifically notes an early arrival handled flawlessly. The operator is flexible on timing.

Is this transfer good for families?

Yes, it’s one of the most family-friendly options available. Infants under 3 travel free. Groups of up to 7 are accommodated in one booking. The captain handles all luggage, and several reviewers mention how well the crew treated their children, including letting a young guest take the wheel briefly.

Good to know before you book

• Confirm your arrival time — after booking, contact the operator with your flight number and arrival time so the captain can be there when you land.
• Add hotel details at booking — include your resort name in the special requirements field so the correct route and price are confirmed.
• Duration varies — 15 to 30 minutes depending on your resort’s location and conditions on the day.
• Not wheelchair accessible — boarding requires stepping onto and off the boat at the dock.
• One-way only — this transfer covers arrival only. Book a separate transfer for your departure if needed.
• Confirmation — instant on booking.

Not the airport transfer you are looking for?

This transfer covers arrival only, from Bora Bora Airport to your resort. If you need a transfer between resorts, from your resort to the airport for departure, or transport around the island during your stay, contact your resort directly as most offer their own boat transfer services between properties and the main town of Vaitape.