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French Polynesia · Ships call at Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Peak dry season, ideal diving conditions
Bora Bora in August offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 82°F and comfortable lows near 72°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 4 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Peak dry season, ideal diving conditions.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Bora Bora, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Society Islands & Tuamotus
Paul Gauguin Cruises
Sails Jul 24, 2027
South Pacific From Fiji To Papeete: Fiji, Moorea & Bora Bora
NCL Cruises
Sails Jul 24, 2027
Dreams of Tahiti
Windstar Cruises
Sails Jul 26, 2027
Flowers of the South Pacific: Fiji, the Cook Islands & French Polynesia
Windstar Cruises
Sails Jul 30, 2027
Star Collector: Legends of the Pacific: French Polynesia, Tonga & Fiji
Windstar Cruises
Sails Jul 30, 2027
Bora Bora's volcanic peak, Mount Otemanu, rises over a lagoon ringed by a barrier reef that keeps the water calm, shallow, and bright turquoise. Small-ship lines like Paul Gauguin and Windstar usually overnight here instead of making a single day call. That extra time is what makes room for snorkeling, an overwater-bungalow day pass, and a sunset sail, which the big Caribbean ships rarely have time for.
The average high temperature in Bora Bora during August is 82°F, with a low of 72°F.
Bora Bora typically sees 4 days of rain in August. Peak dry season, ideal diving conditions.
For a August cruise to Bora Bora, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.