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To avoid the heavy summer crowds while still enjoying good weather, she recommends visiting in April or May.
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During this period, visitors might feel like they have the island to themselves.
When the weather breaks, there are magical rainbow views of Mount Otemanu.
This is the perfect time for excursions to local villages or hikes on the island.
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Snorkeling, diving, boating, and Jet Skiing are other popular activities.
Bora Boras marine life and coral formations are a major attraction for divers and snorkelers.
Keep your goggled eyes out for rays, sea turtles, sharks, and tropical fish.
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To attract more visitors, resorts, airlines, and tour companies often offer discounts and special deals.
April and November combine shoulder-season prices with a good chance of pleasant weather.
In addition to humpbacks, you might see orcas, rorquals, and dolphins.
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Organized whale-watching tours are available, and visitors often see the animals while on snorkeling or diving trips.
Theres a javelin-throwing contest, a coconut tree-climbing event, and an outrigger canoe race.
Shops are decorated with flowers, local handicrafts are displayed, and traditional foods are served.
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Plus, hotels and resorts offer special programming to add to the festivities.
Mild trade winds keep the weather comfortable and create perfect conditions for sailing and kiteboarding.
Winds typically increase during the following months, and viewing conditions may not be as clear.
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The most popular hike is to the Valley of the Kings, about three hours of moderate effort.
More difficult is the hike on Mount Otemanu.
They are rewarded with spectacular views of Bora Boras lagoons, lush landscape, andmotus(islands).
To each their own, and really, theres no bad time to be in Bora Bora.
