Paul Gauguin Cruises has unveiled a collection of voyages for 2028. A total of 39 all-inclusive voyages, ranging from seven to 14 nights, are now open for booking—creating more ways for travelers to explore the Society Islands, Tuamotus, Marquesas, Cook Islands, and South Pacific. Guests who book early will enjoy fares starting at $2,880 per guest, inclusive of bonus savings up to 30 percent.
Purpose-built with a limited draft, the m/s Paul Gauguin can reach shallow lagoons and smaller islands. Highlights of the ship’s itineraries include multiple overnights, two days in the protected coral atoll of Fakarava on select departures, and dedicated programming in Tahuata, the smallest inhabited island in the Marquesas.
“From the iconic islands of Tahiti, Bora Bora, and Moorea to more remote archipelagos like The Marquesas, our 2028 voyages are designed for travelers who want to forge deeper connections with the culture, explore the environment with care and respect, and embrace the region’s sacred energy of mana,” said Samuel Chamberlain, CEO Americas, Ponant Explorations Group. “Every stop, extended port stay, and program has been thoughtfully curated, guided by more than 28 years of expertise navigating these waters and our strong relationships with local communities. Itineraries ranging from seven to 10, 11, and 14 nights ensure there is an option to fit any traveler’s schedule and needs.”
The 330-guest m/s Paul Gauguin is an elegant yet relaxed ship. A 1:1.5 crew-to-guest ratio ensures personalized service, while more than 70 percent of the ship’s staterooms and suites come with private balconies. Polynesian culture is at the center of the ship’s programming, including music, storytelling, and other activities led by Les Gauguines, a troupe of Tahitian hosts who live on the ship.
Below is a summary of the 2028 voyages:
- 7 nights / 3 overnights / 11 sailings: This 7-night sojourn is an introduction to the charms of the South Pacific. From the vanilla-scented air of Taha’a to the rugged beauty of Moorea, each port of call offers its own unique charm.
- Day-by-day: Tahiti, Huahine, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Bora Bora (overnight), Moorea (overnight), and Tahiti (overnight), Society Islands
- 7 nights / 2 overnights / 7 sailings: This exploration includes visits sacred Raiatea; Huahine, known as the Garden of Eden; an overnight beneath the peaks of Bora Bora; and the lagoons of Moorea.
- Day-by-day: Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Bora Bora (overnight), Moorea, and Tahiti (overnight), Society Islands
Society Islands & The Tuamotus
- 10 nights / 3 overnights / 8 sailings: Journey through the Tuamotu Archipelago, with an overnight stay in UNESCO-recognized Fakarava. Highlights include the allure of Rangiroa, the splendor of Huahine’s botanical paradise, and the pleasures of a private paradise, Motu Mahana in the Taha’a lagoon.
- Day-by-day: Tahiti, Society Islands; Fakarava and Rangiroa, Tuamotus; Huahine, Bora Bora (overnight), Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Moorea, and Tahiti (overnight), Society Islands
Society Islands & The Tuamotus
- 11 nights / 3 overnights / 5 sailings: This itinerary is an exploration of the Tuamotus and Society Islands. The lagoons harbor underwater gardens filled with marine life in the Tuamotu atolls. The Society Islands beckon with Huahine’s jungles and Raiatea’s spiritual heritage. At the heart of this 11-night voyage lies a double overnight stay in Bora Bora.
- Day-by-day: Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, and Bora Bora (overnight), Society Islands; Fakarava and Rangiroa, Tuamotus; Moorea (overnight) and Tahiti (overnight), Society Islands
Cook Islands & Society Islands
- 11 nights / 3 overnights / 3 sailings: The South Pacific’s diversity of scenery is the focus on this 11-night journey through the Cook and Society Islands. The terrain of Rarotonga, the coral reef-lined lagoon of Aitutaki and the beauty of bucket-list mainstays Bora Bora and Moorea create an unforgettable South Pacific adventure.
- Day-by-day: Tahiti and Huahine, Society Islands; Aitutaki and Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Bora Bora (overnight), Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Moorea (overnight), and Tahiti (overnight), Society Islands
Marquesas, The Tuamotus & Society Islands
- 14 nights / 1 overnight / 5 sailings: With two weeks in the Marquesas, Tuamotus, and Society Islands, this journey offers ample time to soak up everything that makes this corner of the world so spectacular. White-sand beaches, the shade of a palm tree for reading, and a range of active pursuits both above and below water are all within reach.
- Day-by-day: Tahiti, Society Islands; Rangiroa, Tuamotus; Hiva Oa, Fatu Hiva, Ua Pou, Nuku Hiva, Marquesas; Fakarava, Tuamotus; Bora Bora, Motu Mahana/Taha’a, Huahine, Moorea, and Tahiti (overnight), Society Islands
*An alternative version of this itinerary stops in Tahuata instead of Ua Pou.
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