Luxury Cruises · French Polynesia
Paul Gauguin Cruises
The world's most celebrated small luxury ship in Tahiti — sailing the islands of French Polynesia and the South Pacific for over 25 years.
A Ship Like No Other
Where Paradise Meets Perfection
Named for the French Post-Impressionist painter who fell in love with Polynesia, the m/s Paul Gauguin has been sailing these legendary waters since 1998. With just 332 guests, an all-inclusive fare, and a crew that treats every guest as a valued friend, this is luxury cruising at its most personal — and its most magical.
The World's Longest-Running Tahiti Cruise
The m/s Paul Gauguin has sailed the waters of French Polynesia, the South Pacific, and beyond for over 25 years — longer than any other luxury ship in the region.
Intimate Small-Ship Experience
With just 332 guests, the Paul Gauguin offers an intimate, unhurried atmosphere where staff outnumber passengers and every detail is attended to with care.
All-Inclusive Luxury
All voyages include fine dining, premium beverages, gratuities, and a selection of shore excursions — so you can simply relax and savour every moment.
Exclusive Access
The ship's shallow draft allows access to remote lagoons, private motus, and hidden anchorages that larger vessels simply cannot reach.
World-Class Cuisine
From the signature La Veranda restaurant to poolside dining under the stars, every meal celebrates the flavours of the Pacific and beyond.
Les Gauguines
The ship's beloved cultural ambassadors — Les Gauguines — share the music, dance, and traditions of French Polynesia throughout every voyage.
The Experience
The Islands. The Ship.
French Polynesia
Bora Bora, Moorea, Taha'a, Huahine — the islands of French Polynesia are among the most breathtaking on earth, and the Paul Gauguin is your perfect gateway.
The Ship
Sleek, intimate, and purpose-built for these waters — the m/s Paul Gauguin is one of the most beloved small luxury ships in the world, with a loyal following that returns voyage after voyage.
Sample Voyages
Itineraries
From classic 7-night Society Islands sailings to grand 14-night odysseys through the Marquesas — there's a Paul Gauguin voyage for every traveller.
Society Islands & Tuamotus
The classic Paul Gauguin voyage — a week among the most iconic islands of French Polynesia. Swim in the crystalline lagoon of Bora Bora, snorkel the UNESCO-listed atolls of the Tuamotus, and experience the warm hospitality of Polynesian culture.
Papeete, Tahiti · Moorea · Huahine · Taha'a · Bora Bora · Rangiroa or Fakarava
Best time to sail: Year-round
Society Islands & Cook Islands
Venture beyond French Polynesia to the stunning Cook Islands — one of the South Pacific's best-kept secrets. Aitutaki's lagoon is widely considered one of the most beautiful in the world, and this extended voyage gives you time to truly savour it.
Papeete, Tahiti · Moorea · Bora Bora · Aitutaki · Rarotonga · Taha'a
Best time to sail: May – October
Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands
The ultimate South Pacific odyssey — from the wild, volcanic Marquesas Islands (the inspiration for Paul Gauguin's most celebrated paintings) to the turquoise atolls of the Tuamotus and the legendary lagoons of the Society Islands.
Papeete · Fakarava · Rangiroa · Nuku Hiva · Hiva Oa · Ua Pou · Bora Bora · Moorea
Best time to sail: June – September
Your South Pacific Adventure Awaits
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