What to Pack for A Trip To Bora Bora!

What to Pack for A Trip To Bora Bora!

February 15, 2024

If you’re planning a trip to Bora Bora, and looking for the best packing list for your trip, you came to the right place! From travel essentials, to key tips for your stay in Bora Bora, to cute outfit inspo for French Polynesia, I’ve got you covered! During the day, you’ll want some resort-ready bikinis, cover ups, and sun hats, and at night, you’ll want some easy, flowy resort dresses and cute tropical dinner outfits for all those incredible photos you’ll take at sunset. In this Bora Bora packing guide, you’ll find all the best tips for packing for Bora Bora, as well as outfits for French Polynesia, from swimwear and cover ups, to resort dresses and vacation outfit inspo from my own trips to the islands!

Packing list for Bora Bora

Reef-safe sunscreen – Please, please respect the tropical reefs of French Polynesia by bringing reef-safe sunscreen. This is my favorite brand.

Refillable Water Bottle – Save on expensive resort water costs and bring a refillable water bottle that you fill up at the resort gym!

Bug Spray – Here is a good one with DEET, and here is one of my favorite natural bug sprays as well.

Table of Contents

Wide-brimmed sun hat

These are my favorite sun hats for a trip to Bora Bora (and the ones I’m ALWAYS getting asked about!!!)

Other sun hats – I like to bring both a wide brimmed hat and more of a bucket hat because sometimes that’s more comfortable while laying on a lounge chair!

Underwater Camera

You’ll also definitely need an underwater camera – this is the one I use – all the details on what I use for all of my photography is here (and those awesome half in/half out underwater photos you’ve seen on my Instagram)

Do you need water shoes for Bora Bora?

If you plan on staying at your resort, then no not really. But if you’re going to be exploring other beaches/islands around French Polynesia, or your feet are sensitive to more rocky sands, some of the best snorkeling spots you’ll DEFINITELY need some water shoes. Here are some good ones on Amazon.

Should I bring a snorkel mask?

I do like bringing my own snorkel mask vs relying on hotel masks, but that’s up to you! Your hotel will definitely have masks you can borrow, too if you want to save space!

Cute Daytime Outfits & Beach Cover Ups for Bora Bora

Of course, when planning a trip to Bora Bora, the most fun part is thinking about all the cute clothes you’ll get to wear on vacation. Vacation outfits are my specialty – and there’s nothing I like shopping for more! Here are some of my favorite outfits I wore in Bora Bora.

the cutest earrings!

Cute Sunset & Dinner Dresses for Bora Bora

Looooved wearing this black and white dress at sunset at FS Bora Bora!

or this shorter tunic version of the same print!

Obsessed with this stretchy island dress – with or without the bump! SOO comfy and also comes in this “Maui Mint” color below 🙂

The Best Bikinis & One Pieces for a Trip to Bora Bora

Sometimes an all-white bikini is just what you need for the perfect Bora Bora bikini. It also looks great in photos and pops against the aqua waters!

loved this bump-friendly swimsuit I wore in Bora Bora!

Nothing better than matching the water with an aqua crinkle bikini right?I also like swimwear that contrasts with the water, like this solid textured black bikini that is SOOOOO FLATTERING!

Obsessed with this purple bikini right now!!!

matching swimwear with your hubby or wife? yes please!

my favorite melon green ribbed bikini – I’m obsessed!

It also comes in this style!

this Honu print is also a great option for family matching!

Beach bags for a trip to Bora Bora

The BEST beach tote

If you’re planning on being active – pack a tropical active set!

If you’re planning on doing any resort sports, this exercise dress works great for golf or tennis or pickleball! it has a high-quality full-body spandex lining that makes it oh-so-comfy to wear all day long!