Editor's Pick4.9Papeete, Tahiti · South Pacific
Paul Gauguin Cruises · Paul Gauguin
Tahiti & French Polynesia
Built specifically for these turquoise lagoons, this intimate ship anchors a private marina off Bora Bora for swimming straight from the stern.
7 Nights 3 ports of call734 reviews
Highlights
★Purpose-built for French Polynesia's lagoons
★Private watersports marina at Bora Bora
★Polynesian cultural ambassadors onboard
What's Included
All onboard dining
Complimentary watersports
Onboard cultural programme
Onboard & Amenities
Watersports MarinaSpa by AlgothermGauguin LoungeMarina Platform
Voyage Itinerary
Embarkation — Papeete, Tahiti
Boarding, cabin check-in and a welcome reception as the ship sets sail.
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Day 2 — Bora Bora
A full day in port with shore excursions, or relax onboard at leisure.
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Day 4 — Moorea
A full day in port with shore excursions, or relax onboard at leisure.
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Day 6 — Huahine
Final port of call before disembarkation, with time ashore to explore.
Departure port
Nearest airport
Faa'a International Airport (PPT)
~5 kmapprox. 5 min transfer
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Best time to visit
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Peak months: May–Oct.
May–Oct is dry and sunny across Tahiti and Bora Bora.
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Getting around
Getting around is by resort boat, ferry and inter-island flight.
They drive on the right — look left first when crossing.
Power & connectivity
CplugEplug
230V · 50Hz
Vini/Vodafone covers Tahiti & Bora Bora; rely on resort Wi-Fi on remote motus.
Currency
CFP Franc (XPF · ₣)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
Health & safety
Tap water — bottled recommended
- ·Bottled water is recommended on most islands.
- ·Reef-safe sunscreen; strong sun on the water.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Travel footprint
Flying from
1,812kg CO₂e · round trip
≈ 6,123 km each way · what 86 trees absorb in a year.
Arrange a verified offsetEstimate only — economy class, including high-altitude effects.
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