Paul Gauguin:
Specifically built for French Polynesia cruising
Papeete Return Cruises
Explore the picturesque islands of French Polynesia onboard the Le Paul Gauguin, with 7-14 night cruises offering a variety if Itineraries covering the Marquesas, Tuamotus and Society Islands., where you will be dazzled by the stunning waters and marine life.
These All-Inclusive sailings have multiple sailing dates every year.
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Curent Sale:
Receive US$300 shipboard credit per person on 2026 departures
Must be booked by 5 December 2025
Choose your Paul Gauguin French Polynesia Cruises:
Tahiti and the Society Islands: 7 nights
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Pearls of the Society Islands: 7 nights
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Society Islands & the Tuamotus: 10 nights
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Cook Islands & Society Islands: 11 nights
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Marquesas, the Tuamotus Society Islands: 14 nights
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Fiji, Tonga, Cook & Society Islands: 13 & 15 nights
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Paul Gauguin Cruise Inclusions:
All meals
Complimentary beverages, including select wines and spirits, beers, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages served throughout the ship
In-room refrigerator replenished daily with soft drinks, beer, and bottled water
Presentations by onboard experts, and select sailings feature guest hosts
Onboard gratuities for room stewards, dining and bar staff
Watersports, including complimentary kayaking and paddleboarding from our marina or destination beaches and complimentary snorkel gear for use throughout the cruise
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Family Program – Moana Explorer for children 7-15 yrs includes naturalist lead excursions and onboard activities (available on selected cruises only)
Special Bonus Inclusions
Complimentary Polynesian Blessing Ceremony with champagne to celebrate honeymoons and anniversaries
Saving of up to 30% on cruises
About Le Paul Gauguin:
Le Paul Gauguin is an elegant luxury vessel, specially designed for navigation in Polynesian waters. Its shallow draft allows it to get in close to shallow lagoons and isolated islands, maximising stopover time. A true cocoon of comfort and elegance, the ship offers a warm and timeless atmosphere to its guests.
Its 165 cabins and suites all have ocean views and are tastefully decorated. Quality materials such as precious woods, antique engravings and tiki details pay homage to Polynesian culture and contribute to the charm of life on board, making each trip unique.
At each stop, Paul Gauguins destination specialists and experts offer a variety of activities: scuba diving, water sports and excursions on land.
Paul Gauguin is part of Ponant Explorations.
Giving you access to their Loyalty Benefits:
Ponant Yacht Club
When you book your second cruise you will become part a member of the PONANT Yacht Club and you will enjoy personalised attention, exclusive offers both onboard and on land, and the best dedicated offers.
Save 5% when you book your second voyage and become a PONANT Yacht Club member!
Referrals Program
Refer your friends and family members and you and your referees will benefit from an AUD$800 discount per stateroom.
Our Cruise Conditions:
Unless otherwise stated, prices include SHARE TWIN / DOUBLE cabins and inclusions as specified. Special conditions apply for all Bonus Inclusions. Prices are in Australian dollars and subject to currency fluctuations and are for payment by direct deposit into our New Zealand bank account. Q Card & Credit Card prices are available on application. A cruise deposit will be required and time of booking. Amendment and cancellation fees do apply and can be up to 100% after booking is confirmed. Our prices exclude international airfares unless otherwise stated, however should airfares be purchased they are usually non-refundable, non-transferable, name changes are not permitted, include all prepayable airline surcharges, levies and airport taxes, require full payment for ticketing purposes at time of booking, and additional airfare rules will apply – please contact our specialists for more information. Our cruise deals must be booked by 5 December 2025, are capacity controlled and restrictions may apply, and accommodation & airfares may not be available at time of booking. Images displayed are indicative and will vary by ship and cabin. Details were correct as at 10 November 2025 and are subject to change without notification and our Website Conditions & Booking Conditions apply.