Electric Paddle Bora Bora, Explore Matira Lagoon by E-Board

Electric paddle Bora Bora: explore the Matira lagoon by e-board

The e-board puts you at water level on the clearest lagoon in Bora Bora, right off Matira Beach

An e-board is an electric paddleboard: a wide, stable board with a handlebar and a quiet electric motor underneath. You stand on it, hold the handlebar, twist the throttle, and move across the water at a walking pace. No paddling, no effort, no noise. Just you and the lagoon.

This rental puts an e-board in front of you at Matira Beach, the only public beach in Bora Bora, with the shallow turquoise water of Matira Point just ahead. The session lasts 30 minutes. You go where you want within 300 metres of the shore, at your own pace, with your own group. No guide, no other travelers, no schedule beyond your start time. Prices start from $45 per person.

The motor tops out at 7 km/h deliberately. Fast enough to cover ground, slow enough to watch the stingrays pass underneath you.

What to expect on your e-board session

The session is 30 minutes from the moment you push off. Here is how it unfolds.

1. 01
   Meet at Matira Beach parking. The operator delivers the e-boards to the beach. Meet them at the parking lot of Matira Beach, in front of the snack restaurant locally known as Mami Pina. The address on some booking printouts may differ, so use that restaurant as your landmark.
2. 02
   Quick briefing. The team shows you how the throttle works, fits your vest, and points out the area you can explore. The e-board needs no technical knowledge and no prior experience on the water.
3. 03
   30 minutes on the lagoon. You glide across the shallows around Matira Point at your own pace. Look down into the water: stingrays are common here, and reef fish are visible from the board at low tide. You can go slowly, stop, reverse, drift. The motor is quiet enough not to disturb anything.
4. 04
   Return the boards. Come back to the beach at the end of your 30 minutes. If you want more time, ask the team when you book.

Planning a full day on the main island? The electric paddle pairs well with the electric car rental for a morning on land and an afternoon on the water, or with the self-drive boat rental if you want to cover more of the lagoon independently.

What’s included

Who is this rental for

• Anyone who wants the lagoon without a group tour. This is your board, your group, your 30 minutes. No other travelers, no guide dictating the pace.
• Eco-conscious travelers. The e-board runs on a sealed electric motor with no emissions, a near-silent wake, and a 100% recyclable board. It is one of the lowest-impact ways to be on the water in Bora Bora.
• People with limited water confidence. The board is wide, stable, and unsinkable. The handlebar gives you something to hold. Basic water comfort is sensible, but this is not a demanding activity.
• Anyone with an afternoon free at Matira. 30 minutes on the e-board pairs naturally with time on the beach, a swim, or lunch at one of the restaurants nearby. It fits into a half-day on the main island without taking over the day.

Is this rental good for families?

Yes. The e-board is accessible from age 5 to 85, and a child can ride with an adult on the same board. The water at Matira is shallow and calm, the board is stable, and no swimming ability is required to enjoy it. Infants must sit on laps. For families who want more time in the water, the snorkeling tour at Motu Fanfan is a good complement for a second day.

Good to know before you book

• Meeting point is the Matira Beach parking lot. Look for the parking in front of the snack restaurant locally known as Mami Pina. Use this as your landmark, not the street address on your printout.
• Confirm your start time in advance. The operator runs sessions between 10am and 4pm daily. Confirm your exact time after booking. Confirmation can take up to 48 hours.
• Weather dependent. If the session is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your start time.
• Getting here from a motu resort. Take the hotel ferry to the main island and a short cab ride to Matira Beach. Most resort hotels prearrange taxis for guests. Budget a little extra time for connections.
• Reef-safe sunscreen only. You are above a living reef. Standard sunscreen washes off and damages coral. Wear a rash guard: it is better protection than any sunscreen at midday in Bora Bora.
• Not suitable for wheelchair users. Pregnant travelers and those with serious medical conditions should consult their doctor before booking.