What to Do
Carefully Selected Operators, Restauranteurs & Shops
Art
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Alain Despert Art Gallery & Studio
Mountaintop artist studio of the late Alain Despert, now run by his wife Karen, offering private viewings by appointment of his vibrant, collected-worldwide paintings.
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Art Du Pacific
Gallery in Vaitape featuring Marquesan woodcarvings, tapa cloth paintings, and traditional Polynesian art and tattoos.
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Bora Art Upstairs Gallery
Gallery in Vaitape next to the post office, showcasing over 100 original works from ten local artists, with prints starting around $5.
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Garrick Yrondi Art Studio & Gallery
Artist studio and gallery in the Nūnue area, about 15-20 minutes from Vaitape, showcasing colorful paintings and sculptures inspired by Polynesian culture and nature.
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Marama Tattoo
Tattoo shop
Eats
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Bobcat Wine & Coffee House
Refined wine bar and coffee house in Vaitape, rated 4.1★, offering a curated wine list, craft beer, and relaxed café fare.
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Bora Bora Beach Club
A lively beachfront restaurant right on Matira Beach, popular for lunch and sunset drinks. Rated 4.3★ across nearly 1,000 reviews.
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Bora Bora Yacht Club
Waterfront dining at the Vaitape marina with lagoon views — one of the most reviewed restaurants on the island (4.4★, 1,500+ reviews).
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Bora FOOD Express
Casual snack bar on the main island for a fast, unfussy bite.
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Chez Pam et Sébastien
Pizza takeout spot blending local flavors with Italian tradition, rated 5.0★.
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Chez Terava
Polynesian restaurant rated 4.6★, open evenings only, serving traditional dishes like poisson cru and grilled meats made from fresh local ingredients.
Shop
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Bora Bora Original
Upscale boutique in Vaitape blending fashion, GIA-certified Tahitian pearls, and Pacific art and decor.
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Centre Artisanal
Open-air handicraft market directly across from Vaitape harbor, with pearls, shell jewelry, pareos, and woven goods at local prices.
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Deep Sea Pearls
Pearl jewelry shop at Pahia Shopping Centre in Vaitape, with an on-site jeweler for custom pieces.
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Jena Jewelry Bora Bora
Fine Tahitian pearl jewelry shop in Vaitape center, just past the pharmacy — necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and more.
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Matira Market
Groceries
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Tours
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