Luxury in Tahiti
Thanks to the Paul Gauguin's intimate size, she can navigate through the narrow passes of the barrier reefs and around shallow sandbars. Storybook vistas greet you through airy public rooms, inviting balconies and walls of glass. You are immersed in a timeless world of islands and sea, one that quite literally allows you to step off the ship into a kayak to explore an inviting lagoon. And the warmhearted troupe of Gauguines brings the gentle ways and harmonies of the islands on board.
Breathe deeply. Drink in the elixir. Let your spirit find renewal in the dramatic beauty and smiling face of French Polynesia. Discover the intimate, incomparable Paul Gauguin.
What You Will Enjoy Aboard the Paul Gauguin:
- Most luxurious ship to sail in Tahiti on a year-round basis
- Only 330 guests
- Crew to guest ratio of 1 to 1.5
- All oceanview accommodations, more than 50% with balconies
- Space to guest ratio of nearly 60, one of the highest of any ship serving the North American market
- All onboard gratuities included
- Complimentary beverages including soft drinks, hot beverages and select wines and spirits served throughout the ship
- Butler service and in-suite/stateroom bar setup upon embarkation in higher categories
- Refrigerator replenished daily with soft drinks, beer and bottled water
- Onboard dive program
- Two elegant restaurants and one pool-side grill, all with open-seating dining
- Well-being and vegetarian selections and special dietetic menus upon request
- WiFi hotspots throughout the ship
- Complimentary 24-hour room service
- Complimentary in-room dining
- Complimentary in-room movie channels and movies available
Plus, Unique Activities Await...
The delightfully informal, unhurried and unregimented way of life of Polynesia is emulated on board. A visit to the ship's Fare Tahiti Gallery, featuring Polynesian art and artifacts, will introduce you to the islands' colorful heritage. The pool invites you to an early morning dip while you can enjoy a full range of complimentary watersports at the state-of-the-art retractable watersports platform.
Watersports Platform: Watersports are a highlight of the Polynesian experience. The ship's small size allows it to navigate in shallow lagoons and narrow channels where larger ships may not sail. With the specially designed retractable watersports platform, guests may descend to sea level where they can conveniently hop aboard a windsurfer, launch a kayak, try a little waterskiing or set out for a SCUBA diving expedition. A scuba certification program is offered on board.
Guest Lecturers: Each cruise is hosted by a special guest lecturer to provide fascinating insights and a greater understanding of the Polynesian people.
Ambassadors of the Environment: A unique, ground-breaking program that introduces young travelers and their families to extraordinary natural wonders while demonstrating imaginative ways to build environmental sustainability into their lives back home. The program aims to give young participants direct, hands-on experiences and knowledge of marine eco-systems, while emphasizing the critical importance of conservation. Parents are encouraged to join the excursions. The leaders of this program are naturalists for Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ocean Futures Society, with college degrees in the sciences, extensive experience in teaching marine ecology, and most importantly, these guides will share with you and your families the joy and magic of the French Polynesia's coral reefs. The program is offered on select sailings, including summer and holiday voyages.
Other Diversions: Play table tennis on deck. Shop for a flower-splashed pareu top to wear to the pool party in the duty-free boutique, or take a lesson in the technique of paddling an outrigger canoe. A wide selection of books is available in the Reading Gallery, and videotapes may be rented at the Reception Area on a complimentary basis.
