

The reserve is home to a reef ecosystem, which recreates the natural underwater conditions for over 200 species of sea creatures including parrot fish, Picasso fish and angelfish. In addition to the Okeanos Pearl, projects are underway for solar-powered and hybrid boats to be available to guests for transfers.įare l’a Reserve at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso SpaĪlso known as the Lagoonarium, Fare l’a Reserve is a natural aquarium and protected ocean habitat for marine life at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa. The innovative solar-powered catamaran is among the first of its kind and is offered to guests daily for sunset cruises. Okeanos Solar-Powered Cruises: Pearl Resorts of Tahiti, the parent company of Le Taha’a Island Resort & Spa and Le Bora Bora, is a leader in conservation efforts in The Islands of Tahiti. The management company won the Trophées du Tourisme Innovation Award for the zero emissions, solar-powered catamaran, Okeanos Pearl. This program is available at both Le Taha’a Island Resort & Spa and Le Bora Bora with the To’a Nui coral garden facing Mount Otemanu. Once these are mature enough, biologists will reintroduce them into their natural habitat, therefore repopulating reefs and coral gardens. The Biorock technique helps to activate the recalcifying process of the damaged corals, through electricity from solar energy. Guests will dive into the world of the manta rays with a resident marine biologist and learn more about their habitat and preservation efforts during a program held twice a week.Ĭoral Garden Restoration Biorock© ProgramĪiming at protecting and preserving the amazing and vibrant snorkeling conditions that exist in The Islands of Tahiti, Pearl Resorts of Tahiti has joined the Espace Bleu’s Biorock program. The resort has entered an exclusive partnership with the world renowned Manta Trust Association in French Polynesia. Manta Ray Mornings are the newest program at Conrad Bora Bora Nui. These conditions combined with relatively-low visitor volumes, not only make The Islands of Tahiti a remarkably beautiful place to visit, it also the ideal choice for travelers who are interested in environmentally-responsible travel options.īelow are just a few examples of ecotourism efforts taking place throughout The Islands of Tahiti.Ĭonrad Bora Bora Nui Launches the First Manta Ray Educational Program in Bora Bora! The Islands of Tahiti are home to some of the most luxurious eco-hotels, largest natural marine sanctuaries, as well as some of the healthiest coral gardens anywhere in the world.
