BORA BORA LIQUID FESTIVAL
The 2011 Festival was a great success. Be sure to check back often for 2012 Festival Information!
Escape this winter to an unrivaled Polynesian adventure steeped in the culture, island hospitality and exciting water sports activities awaiting you at the most beautiful lagoon in the world, Bora Borahhh!
BORA BORA LIQUID FESTIVAL 2011 OVERVIEW
The Bora Bora Liquid Festival celebrates authentic Tahitian culture with an abundance of activities designed to transport you into the heart of French Polynesia. Whether you come to compete or cheer on the world-class athletes, you'll find your own slice of paradise in the multiple events, parties, activities and adventures planned throughout the Festival. And the best part: it all takes place amidst the breathtaking beauty and island ambiance that make Bora Bora legendary.
In addition to the adrenalin-pumping competitive events featuring top
aquatic athletes battling it out in this world-famous paradise, there are
DJ's spinning at beach parties, festive barbecues, traditional Tahitian
dancing expositions, and tours and activities open to everyone. Your choices range from hiking the green spires of the main island to an unforgettable shark and ray feeding adventure. Imbuing every activity, however, is the original competition's spirit of IronMana: a deep connection to and respect for Polynesian culture.
HISTORY
Known originally as the Bora Bora IronMana, the Bora Bora Liquid Festival
began in 2000 as the only Va'a-1 (one-man traditional Polynesian
outrigger) endurance paddling event in the world covering over 56km, or 34 miles.
The brainchild of world-class aquatic athlete Stephan Lambert, the event has grown
over the past decade into a festival celebrating Tahitian culture as well as sporting
excellence. Continually growing and expanding, 2010 marked the introduction of the
Bora Bora 5km swim, a 55km surfski division, a waterman triathlon and relay events.
The event also now includes the world's fastest growing watersport, Stand up Paddle
or SUP, as well as two other disciplines with great historical significance for
Polynesia: lay-down paddleboards and the sailing canoe, which will be
used to symbolically open the festival. Now a more inclusive event for both competitive
athletes and adventure-seeking guests, the Bora Bora Liquid Festival invites you to come
celebrate with us and participate as a competitor, fan, guest, and of course, new friend...
BORA BORA LIQUID FESTIVAL PACKAGES
Call your travel agent or Tahiti Legends, the experts to Tahiti
Phone: 800-200-1213 Email: sales@tahitilegends.com
BRONZE PACKAGE $1650 per person, share Rates valid for December 2011
SILVER PACKAGE $1950 per person, share Rates valid for December 2011
GOLD PACKAGE $2750 per person, share Rates valid for December 2011
INCLUSIVE OF:
Interisland air from Tahiti to Bora Bora
Airport welcome shell lei & meet/greet service
1 night Sofitel Tahiti, Classic Mountain View Room
6 nights Sofitel Bora Bora, Luxury Lagoon Front or Luxury Garden Bungalow
Daily breakfasts
Use of non-motorized sports
All ground transfers and baggage handling
INCLUSIVE OF:
Interisland air from Tahiti to Bora Bora
Airport welcome shell lei & meet/greet service
1 night Sofitel Tahiti, Classic Mountain View Room
6 nights Sofitel Bora Bora, Luxury Beach or Island Luxury Lagoon View
Daily breakfasts + One awards dinner
Use of non-motorized sports
All ground transfers and baggage handling
INCLUSIVE OF:
Interisland air from Tahiti to Bora Bora
Airport welcome shell lei & meet/greet service
1 night Sofitel Tahiti, Classic Mountain View Room
6 nights Sofitel Bora Bora, Luxury Overwater or Island Luxury Overwater Bungalow
Daily breakfasts + daily dinners, including Awards Dinner
Use of non-motorized sports
All ground transfers and baggage handling
PLUS:
1 Liquid Festival full pass.
Festival Opening & Closing Dinners at discounted rates: Opening Dinner: $50 per person; Closing Dinner: $75 per person
INTERNATIONAL AIR SPECIALS:
Fly to Tahiti from Los Angeles, from $990 per person*
Family Special- Kids Fly Free with 1 adult full fare – from $1325 per adult*
*Fuel surcharge and departures of up to $362 not included.
Bora Bora Liquid Festival Events Schedule
DECEMBER 12 & 13, 2011 (Monday, Tuesday)
"Best of Bora" Activities
These first two days are open to give our Liquid Festival attendees a chance to discover the magic of Bora Bora. We have arranged for our guests to get exclusive complimentary access and great discounts on some of the most popular activities available in Bora Bora. The activities initiate from the beautiful white sands of Matira Beach and are available from 10 am until 6pm each day.
Polynesian sailing canoe rides: Get right into the Tahitian spirit and feel the warm trade winds and ocean spray as you enjoy a lagoon adventure on a traditional-style outrigger sailing canoe. Festival Special: Complimentary! (2 persons/ 30 minutes)
Guided Waverunner Tour with stop at a private island: We've arranged for our attendees to receive a 20% discount on memorable circle-island Waverunner tours that include a stop at an idyllic private island.
Festival Special: 20% discount (use code BBLF when booking) 2 persons/ 2 hours includes stop on a private island.
Guided ATV Mountain Safari Tour: Experience the lush interior of Bora Bora and get access to amazing lagoon views during a four-wheeled guided ATV adventure. Festival Special: 20% discount (use code BBLF when booking) 2 persons / 1 hour.
Sunset SUP (Stand Up Paddle) Ride: Join local paddlers for an unforgettable sunset paddle on calm Bora Bora Lagoon from 4 to 6pm. Festival Special: Complimentary!
DECEMBER 14 (Wednesday) Location: Matira Beach
8:00 am - Festival Opening: The Bora Bora Liquid Festival opens with a sailing canoe race around the island! To follow the action, reserve your seat on an escort boat ($18 USD per person) for a close-up look, great photo opportunities, and a chance to enjoy stops at secluded spots for a swim along the way! (Approximately 3 to 4 hours).
1:00 - 3:00 pm - Liquid Festival Kids Day: A just-for-kids event where the next generation of champs get to play and learn together as local kids share their passion and knowledge of watersports with young visitors. This is something your children will never forget!
3:00 - 4:00 pm - Liquid Kids Challenge: Youngsters take center stage with a swim, run, paddle, and one-man canoe race designed just for competitors aged 15 to 18 years old.
7:00 pm - Polynesian-style Welcome Buffet: Included in the program for all guests and competitors, a Tahitian-style feast featuring a live band playing at the Sunset Bar and screening of last year's Bora Bora IronMana competition, hosted at the Sofitel Marara.
DECEMBER 15 (Thursday) Location: Beach at Sofitel Marara
8:00 am - KainaluXT Positiv Waterman Recreation Day: Exciting competitions for pros and guests begin! Pro Heats and Friends & Family competitions include:
- KXT Swim: 6 km for solo men and women; Mixed teams of 2; and Family and Friends Team of 4 ("Family" swimmers welcome to use mask and fins).
11:00 am - KXT Short Course One Man Canoe Race
1:00 pm - KXT Short Course SUP (Stand Up Paddle) Race
2:00 pm - KXT Short Course Surfski
4:00 pm - KXT Short Course 3-Man Canoe Race
7:00 pm - Sunset Happy Hour at the Sofitel Sunset Bar!
Mingle with competitors and fellow guests, make new friends, enjoy a glorious Bora Bora sunset and sway to the tunes provided by the KXT DJ!
8:00 pm - Island Dinner Buffet (additional cost) featuring an exclusive screening of scenes from a new film by legendary surf and action sports filmmaker Jack McCoy.
DECEMBER 16 (Friday) Location: Matira Beach
10:00 am - KXT Short Course Swim
2:00 pm - Matira Beach Shot Downs! Adrenalin-fueled one-on-one 25-meter sprints where competitors go mano-a-mano until only one winner is left in each category including: Surfski, SUP and Swim. DJs keep the beat going while the crowd cheers on their favorite!
5:00 pm - KXT Sunset SUP Relay Fun Race: Open to mixed teams of 4 paddlers.
DECEMBER 17 (Saturday) Location: Matira Beach
Closing Day: The last day of the Liquid Festival means it's time to pull out all the stops, both for competitions and parties! For the competitors, this day honors the spirit of IronMana, an elite competition held in Bora Bora for over a decade that combines the skill and commitment of top athletes with the ancient spirit and traditional Tahitian values known as Mana, manifested on these islands for centuries.
7:00 am - 40 km SUP and Lay Down Paddle Race; 45 km Women's Solo Outrigger Canoe Race
7.30 am - 50 km Surf Ski Race; 60 km Open Men's Solo Outrigger Canoe Race (Guests are invited to join an escort boat to see the action just a canoe-length away and enjoy a rare glimpse of the lagoon as the boat makes stops at some of Bora's hidden beaches (half-day).
4:00 pm - Afternoon Beach Party and Awards Ceremony: Top athletes will be honored, but everyone is a winner when you're celebrating on Bora's talcum white sands! Live music, DJ, and memories that will last a lifetime.
8:00 pm - Closing Night Festival Buffet Dinner hosted at the Sofitel Marara
10:00 pm - Bora Bora Liquid Festival Farewell Party: A final chance to mix it up with friends old and new as we congratulate our winners and celebrate with all of our Festival participants and bid good-bye to Bora Bora until next year!
Photos courtesy of Kainalu.com including photos from Tim McKenna
Known originally as the Bora Bora IronMana, the Bora Bora Liquid Festival
began in 2000 as the only Va'a-1 (one-man traditional Polynesian
outrigger) endurance paddling event in the world covering over 56km, or 34 miles.
Guided Waverunner Tour with stop at a private island: We've arranged for our attendees to receive a 20% discount on memorable circle-island Waverunner tours that include a stop at an idyllic private island. 
A just-for-kids event where the next generation of champs get to play and learn together as local kids share their passion and knowledge of watersports with young visitors. This is something your children will never forget!
11:00 am - KXT Short Course One Man Canoe Race
2:00 pm - Matira Beach Shot Downs! Adrenalin-fueled one-on-one 25-meter sprints where competitors go mano-a-mano until only one winner is left in each category including: Surfski, SUP and Swim. DJs keep the beat going while the crowd cheers on their favorite!
4:00 pm - Afternoon Beach Party and Awards Ceremony: Top athletes will be honored, but everyone is a winner when you're celebrating on Bora's talcum white sands! Live music, DJ, and memories that will last a lifetime.