What is the cheapest way to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa?

The cheapest way to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa is to ferry which costs $30 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa?

The fastest way to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs $180 - $250.

Is there a direct ferry between Bora-Bora and Uturoa?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Vaitape and arriving at Raiatea Uturoa. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Bora-Bora to Uturoa?

The distance between Bora-Bora and Uturoa is 42 km.

How do I travel from Bora-Bora to Uturoa without a car?

The best way to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa without a car is to ferry which takes 2h 30m and costs $30.

How long does it take to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa?

The ferry from Vaitape to Raiatea Uturoa takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where can I stay near Uturoa?

There are 171+ hotels available in Uturoa.

Bora-Bora to Uturoa - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Bora-Bora to Uturoa by ferry or plane

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best
1. Take the ferry from Vaitape to Raiatea Uturoaferry
2h 30m
$30
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1. Fly from Bora Bora Airport (BOB) to Raiatea Airport (RFP)plane BOB - RFP
1h 53m
$185–250

Bora-Bora to Uturoa by ferry

4Weekly Ferries

2h 30mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.5 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Bora-Bora, French Polynesia and Uturoa, French Polynesia?

Maupiti Express operates a ferry from Vaitape to Raiatea Uturoa 3 times a week. Tickets cost $30 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Vaeara’i also services this route once a week. Alternatively, Air Tahiti and Air Moana fly from Bora Bora Airport (BOB) to Raiatea Airport (RFP) 3 times a day.

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