Bora Bora is one of the world's most expensive destinations. The reference budget of €800/day/person corresponds to a signature honeymoon at a premium resort with excursions.
Accommodation (60-70% of budget): premium overwater bungalow (Four Seasons, St Regis, Conrad) €1,500-2,500/night for 2 people in high season. Standard overwater bungalow (InterContinental, Le Bora Bora by Pearl Resorts) €700-1,200/night. Beach bungalow (Sofitel Marara, Le Maitai) €500-800/night. Family pension (no overwater bungalow) €150-300/night — economical option to visit Bora Bora without luxury.
Food (15-20%): breakfast at the resort €30-60/person, light lunch €40-80/person, dinner at the resort €80-150/person, fine dining €150-300/person. Restaurants on the main island (economical option): €40-80/person at Bloody Mary's, Le Coco's, Bora Bora Yacht Club.
Activities (10-15%): lagoon tour by pirogue €90-150/person, helicopter overflight €250-400/person, bottle diving €60-90/dive, private motu dinner €300-500/couple, Maupiti excursion €80-120/person, scooter rental €25-50/day.
Transport: Tahiti-Bora Bora return flight €300-450/person, airport-resort water taxi (often included in hotel package), Paris-Tahiti return flight €1,500-3,500/person.
Total estimate for 5 nights couple in premium overwater bungalow: €10,000-15,000 excluding international flight, or €13,000-22,000 with Paris-Papeete flight. For a more accessible stay (standard or beach bungalow): €5,500-8,000 excluding international flight.
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