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Day 1 Embark Paul Gauguin in Papeete, Tahiti
Embark Paul Gauguin in the afternoon and have
time to settle into your cabin before dinner onboard
Rangiroa in the Tuamotus
later in the evening. The ship will set
is known for some of the
sail later tonight. world’s best diving —
perhaps you’ll discover
Day 2 Huahine that for yourself.
Your first port of call is Huahine, known as “The
Garden Island” for its lush rainforests and dramatic
terrain. While here, you can cruise the expansive
lagoon, explore the island's culture, or picnic on
the beach.
Day 3 Raiatea
Raiatea is the second-largest island in French
Polynesia, after Tahiti. The island is home to lush
green valleys, numerous waterfalls, and pineapple
and vanilla plantations. Go pearl hunting, or hike to
one of the island's gorgeous waterfalls. Discover
Raiatea's colorful underwater life while snorkeling.
The day is yours to explore this paradise.
Day 4 Rangiroa, Tuamotus
Cruise to the Tuamotus, known in the days before
modern navigation as the “Dangerous
Archipelago” for its shallow passages. Today, you'll
sail serenely through the atoll's warm, crystal-clear
waters. Rangiroa is noted for some of the world's
best diving: its lagoon teems with life, including
rays, sharks, dolphin, and brilliantly colored reef
fish. Many visit just to swim in the waters, while
others come for the island's second-most-popular
pursuit: doing nothing at all.
Day 5 Rangiroa
Enjoy a free morning to relax by the lagoon or to
walk the beaches and find your own quiet piece of
paradise. The ship resumes cruising at midday.
Raiatea is home to numerous significant archaeological sites, including
Taputapuatea Marae, a well-preserved religious site.
THE ISLANDS OF FRENCH POLYNESIA BECKON GUESTS
OF THE 5+-STAR PAUL GAUGUIN TO SHORE.
18 P a u l G a u g u i n C r u i s e s
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