Tour & Activity Scams in Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Unlicensed guides, fake tickets, bait-and-switch excursions, and ticket scalping. Below are the tour & activities scams reported in Bora Bora — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Nadi, Rotorua, and Brisbane.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
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Tour & Activities Scams
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Total in Bora Bora
How it works
Lagoon tour operators in Vaitape and those affiliated with smaller guesthouses quote base prices for snorkeling or shark-ray tours that exclude equipment rental, park fees, and lunch, which are added on separately. The final price is often 40-60% higher than the advertised rate.
How it works
Water sport operators on resort beaches and at the Matira Beach public area add damage waivers, fuel surcharges, and equipment insurance fees that double the advertised hourly rate for jet ski and paddleboard rentals. Pre-existing scratches on equipment are sometimes used to claim damage deposits.
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8 total warnings across all categories
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