Renewal of Vows

An exceptionally generous Mother Nature has blessed this spot with a unique & totally stunning combination of beach & lagoon all backed by swaying palms & the soft sound of the ocean greeting the island’s distant protective coral reef. It is here that you will understand why Bora Bora, this paradise on earth, is renowned for its incomparable beauty the world over.
The motu has it all – a sensational beach, the most stunning lagoon, the breathtaking backdrop of Bora bora’s mountain-line including the mythical Mt Otemanu, sweeping views across to Raiatea & Tahaa.

The “Motu” Traditional Vow Renewals Ceremony will be conducted by Bora Bora's leading traditional ceremony experts Kokolane Entreprise & includes:

 Meeting you prior to the day of your ceremony following your arrival in Bora Bora, if required by you, to take you through matters, explain what lies ahead & answer any questions..
 Meeting you on the day you will Renew your Vows & welcoming you each with special ‘presidential’ Tiare Tahiti shoulder leis to signify the importance both of the occasion & of those wearing them.
 Accompanying you to your appropriately decorated boat & escorting you to the motu & your ceremony.
 Fully preparing, setting-up & decorating the ceremonial area so as to capture the stunning natural beauty of the site.
 Upon your arrival at the ceremonial area you will be greeted by the Tahua (Tahitian priest) & welcomed in song, as tradition dictates, by his assistants – at least 3 musicians & 2 dancers.
 Your ceremony will be conducted in both Tahitian & English.
 During your ceremony you will each be presented with floral leis & crowns which form an integral part of the ceremony.
 To signify your ‘oneness’ you will be wrapped briefly at one stage in an ancient, ceremonial Tapa. (The option exists to be wrapped in a special ceremonial Tifaifai (Tahitian quilt) which can be purchased as a momento of this auspicious occasion).
 You will be presented with a Vow Renewal Certificate prepared in Tapa.

 Photographs, video & hotel transfers are not included in the above due to the many variables. Your photographic & video requirements can be arranged with Bora Bora’s leading photographer & videographer - Stephan Debelle.
 This ceremony suits both those staying on the main island or on the motus. For those staying on the motus we can arrange for your boat transfers between your hotel & the ceremony.

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Let the ‘cat’ take you on a tour through paradise – the world’s most beautiful lagoon, past white sanded Motus backed by swaying palms, beneath Mt Otemanu where legend holds god descended on Bora Bora. Renew Your Vows with sting-rays as your witnesses or as the sun sets slowly behind the mythical islands of Raiatea & Tahaa. The choices are yours; the choices are limitless.

To ensure your safety & security through having fully maintained craft, licenced staff & full insurance in place the Catamaran Traditional Vow Renewals Ceremony is operated by Manu Tours & includes:

 Bora Bora’s largest & most luxurious catamaran capable of comfortably entertaining your guests in a wide variety of lay-out configurations. Offering total stability on the lagoon, ideal for celebrating your Vow Renewals & for photography & video, the ‘cat’ has two sheltered entertainment levels – a lower deck ideal for casual entertaining, sit-down dining, dancing, shows & so on, as well as a large covered upper viewing deck. Add to this full bar facilities, a powerful music system &, of course, suitable sanitary facilities.
 We will meet with you following your arrival on Bora Bora, if you require, to take you through matters, to explain what lies ahead & to answer any questions.
 Greeting you on the day of your ceremony & welcoming you with special ‘presidential’ Tiare Tahiti shoulder leis to signify the importance of the occasion & of those wearing the leis.
  Accompanying you to the ‘cat’ which will be traditionally decorated for the occasion.
 You will be welcomed aboard by the Tahua (Tahitian priest) & at least 2 dancers & 3 musicians who will perform your Traditional Tahitian Wedding & entertain you during your cruise.
 Your Traditional Vow Renewal Ceremony will be conducted in both Tahitian & English.
 During your ceremony you will each be presented with floral leis & crowns which form an integral part of the ceremony.
 To signify your ‘oneness’ you will be wrapped briefly at one stage in an ancient, ceremonial Tapa. (The option exists to be wrapped in a special ceremonial Tifaifai(Tahitian quilt) which can be purchased as a momento of this auspicious occasion).
 You will be presented with a Traditional Wedding Certificate prepared in Tapa.
 Cruise the island &/or stop off a take a break on the BEST motu in all of Bora Bora – the ‘cat’ has an ingenious landing ‘stairwell that takes the worry of landing on a deserted beach!
 Party on into the night.

 Photographs, video & hotel transfers are not included in the above due to the many variables. Your photographic & video requirements can be arranged with Bora Bora’s leading photographer & videographer - Stephan Debelle.
 The ‘cat’ option suits those staying on the main island or on the Motus - for those staying on the Motus boat transfers can be arranged.
 The catamaran lends itself to being the “ultimate finale” for those wishing to celebrate uniquely a Traditional Tahitian Style.
We can develop the package further with you looking into on-board food & beveridges, various lunch & dinner options, consider floral leis for guests & so on.The catamaran can be booked for 3 hours or more, day or night – it’s up to you.

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