Discover the black pearl in Bora Bora
Overview
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2 hours
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The black pearl is an emblematic jewel of Polynesia! Bora Bora Pearl Farm will make you discover the mystery of the creation of a pearl. In an unrivaled setting, our team will share its knowledge and know-how with you, in order to live a cultural and unique experience in Bora Bora, where you will have the opportunity to choose a pearl yourself, attend its extraction and keep it as a souvenir!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
First of all, the experience begins with the boat transfer where the team will be happy to welcome you, at the reception pontoon of your hotel, or at the Vaitape quay. Once you arrive on the motu Taufarii, you will be given a fun introduction to the fascinating history of the Polynesian black pearl, and to pearl farming techniques. Then you will board the boat to discover, while snorkeling, near a coral garden, strings of oysters in their natural environment. The oysters are dived to a depth of 1 meter, and with the team, you will be able to browse the lines of oysters, and choose your own oyster to harvest! The luckiest among you may also have the opportunity to observe manta rays! Upon returning to the motu Taufarii, our team will proceed with you to open the oysters to reveal the precious black pearls! The experience ends with the tasting of local fruits and fresh drinks, in a sublime natural setting, with a breathtaking view of the lagoon and Mount Otemanu! Everyone will leave with the pearl collected, in a small sand bottle, or in a velvet pouch. And finally, everyone will be brought back to the meeting point.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Using a Beach Towel
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Transport by boat
Pearl collected during the activity
Pickup points
Oa Oa Lodge
Vaitape French Polynesia
The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa
Motu Tape, Bp 190 French Polynesia
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
Bp 547, French Polynesia
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
Motu Ome'E BP 506 French Polynesia
InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort by IHG
Matira Point, Bp 156 Vaitape Vaitape French Polynesia
InterContinental Bora Bora Resort Thalasso Spa by IHG
Motu Piti Aau French Polynesia
Le Bora Bora By Pearl Resorts
Motu Tevairoa Vaitape, Bora-Bora, Polynésie Française French Polynesia
Conrad Bora Bora Nui
BP 502 Vaitape French Polynesia
Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora
French Polynesia
Hotel Royal Bora Bora
Route de Ceinture, Commune de Nunu'e French Polynesia
Options
Discover the black pearl in Bora Bora
Pickup included
Reviews
239 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Sightsee734839,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A rich and exciting experience. The Tahi guide is great and gives all the necessary information for the proper understanding of the process of the birth of the pearl. It is beautiful! Mauruuru to the whole team!
Best Excursion in Bora Bora
David M,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I had so much fun on this excursion. This was favorite excursion we did in Bora Bora.
A fun and interesting experience with great staff and a treat to bring home!
Adam G,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took a break from snorkeling excursions and tried this activity. We had a great time and would recommend this trip. We learned a great deal about the process of cultured pearls and it was fun to select our oyster and find what was inside. Mana and Manu, our 2 guides were great, very friendly, informative and fun. It is fun to bring home our own pearl too!
Absolute MUST!
Ketrin A,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really fun time doing this tour. It was informative and interesting and you got to take home a souvenir- your own black pearl! You appreciate it so much more after learning about the process. Mana was a gem of a guide and the whole experience was enjoyable from start to finish. Definitely recommend!
Great time highly...
PETRI s,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great time highly recommend. Great education on pearls and really fun time. Plus we got to walk away with nice pearls
Beautiful activity, very informative.
E2077IIchristinea,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful and informative activity, super-nice atmosphere, welcome humor, and trophy: a Polynesian pearl to take away! Tahi, our "guide instructor", is very interesting, and at the same time very cheerful. He also told us a lot of anecdotes, some very fun, about the place of the activity and the island. We had a good laugh, because all the band present followed in humor mode! We also learned a lot, with all the explanations given, and the demonstration of pearl extraction, for the last step concerning the oysters caught and chosen by each of us. In the organization, in practice, you are picked up and taken to the pearl farm, and then taken back after the activity. Snorkeling equipment can be borrowed on site, as well as a large towel. A drink and pieces of local fruit are offered after the "fishing", just before collecting the pearls. To do, I recommend!
Wonderful experience....
Deuce T,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience. Highly recommend this activity. Tahi was a fantastic guide and “pearl doctor.”
Worth it!
kaylee n,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful experience on our honeymoon! The tour guides were amazing and I couldn’t recommend more. They also made sure that the kiddos on the tour were included in everything and they kept everyone safe. Great sense of humor! One of our favorite tours on the islands.
Great experience!
Rui S,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Even my 5 year old daughter got to pick up her own oyster. The tour is very informative and we love Tahi ! He is so cheerful and very nice!
A Faire!!!!
Marie S,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our stay without this amazing experience would not have been the same. Thanks to Tahi our unique and exceptional guide!!! TAHI THE FIRST
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