Tane (Bora Bora) Explained

Tane Island
Native Name Link:English
Location:Pacific Ocean
Coordinates:-16.45°N -151.763°W
Archipelago:Society Islands
Area Km2:0.014
Elevation M:0
Country:France
Country Admin Divisions Title:Commune
Country Admin Divisions:Bora Bora Commune
Country Admin Divisions Title 2:Island Group
Country Admin Divisions 2:Bora Bora
Country Largest City:Tane
Country Largest City Population:23
Population:58
Population As Of:2019
Density Km2:0

Motu Tane (which in Tahitian translates as Man's Island), is a 9.6acres private island in the lagoon of Bora Bora in French Polynesia.It is the located between Paahi, and Pitoraverahi.

History

Motu Tane is well known in Bora Bora as having been Paul-Emile Victor's home. Paul-Emile Victor was the famous French polar explorer and author and chose as his personal paradise refuge Motu Tane in Bora Bora, to live a peaceful and secluded life.

The island has coconut groves, encircled by a white sand beach with, just beyond, Polynesia's sparkling turquoise blue waters. In 1997, it was purchased by François Nars, artistic director of the well-known cosmetic brand that he founded which carries his name.[1] As of 2020, it is for sale.

Administration

The island is part of Bora Bora Commune.

Tourism

The island is up for sale [2]

Transportation

After arriving in Fa'a'ā International Airport, an Air Tahiti inter-island flight (50 minutes) will bring you to Bora Bora Airport.

There, you will need to hire a boat at the Rent-a-boat Office.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nars Island. 17 June 2016. July 28, 2017.
  2. Web site: The Pinnacle List. January 10, 2020.