Island in Society Islands, French Polynesia
Internet in Bora Bora: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Bora Bora?
Wifi at pensions and resorts is usually adequate but slow and pricey; fine for email, patchy for video calls.
Getting online in Bora Bora
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi at pensions and resorts is usually adequate but slow and pricey; fine for email, patchy for video calls. |
| Tourist SIM | Vini sells a Travel Card prepaid SIM in its shops and as an eSIM online; Vini has the widest coverage across the islands. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Vini, Vodafone Polynésie |
| Monthly data plan | F3,000–5,000 ($28–47) |
Coworking in Bora Bora
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Oceania
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 215 Mbps | 145 Mbps |
| Australia | 174 Mbps | 121 Mbps |
| Papua New Guinea | 68 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Bora Bora?
Wifi at pensions and resorts is usually adequate but slow and pricey; fine for email, patchy for video calls.
Which SIM card should I get in Bora Bora?
Vini sells a Travel Card prepaid SIM in its shops and as an eSIM online; Vini has the widest coverage across the islands.
Can I use an eSIM in French Polynesia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: French Polynesia
- Vini
- Vodafone Polynésie
- Air Tahiti
- Tahiti Tourisme
- Vini (mobile operator)
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.