Shore Excursion Sampler


Te opportunity to experience each destination in the most authentic, in-depth, and meaningful way is the very essence of luxury cruising with Paul Gauguin Cruises. Aboard either of our special ships, you can choose from a wide array of shore excursions that let you discover the dramatic beauty, rich history, and unique culture of your destination up close, in a small group.


The excursions listed here are just a selection of the many excursions we offer. For details or to pre-reserve your shore excursions, contact your Travel Professional, call us at (800) 848-6172, or visit us at www.pgcruises.com.


Tahiti & the South Pacific


BORA BORA, SOCIETY ISLANDS Stingray Ballet & Snorkel Safari | Aboard a covered boat, glide to a shallow sand bank, where you can swim safely among stingrays. Then, visit a coral garden, where you will don snorkeling equipment to admire a multitude of tropical fish.


HUAHINE, SOCIETY ISLANDS


Horseback Riding | Experience Huahine’s exquisite beauty in a relaxing new way during this scenic and memorable horseback-riding adventure. You’ll mount a robust yet gentle horse and ride to Motu Maeva, where you’ll take in magnificent views of the idyllic islands of Raiatea, Taha’a, and Bora Bora.


MOOREA, SOCIETY ISLANDS


Island Drive and Belvedere | Aboard an air-conditioned coach, you’ll ride to Belevedere lookout point for magnificent views of Mt. Rotui and the island’s twin bays. Then, pass pineapple fields and visit amarae (ancient temple) on a loop around this fabulously scenic island.


TAHA’A, SOCIETY ISLANDS


Snorkel and Black Pearl Farm Adventure | Learn all about the magnificent black pearl at the Motu Pearl Farm. And continue to a small motu for snorkeling in the crystal-clear lagoon and at a lagoonarium, home to turtles, rays, and fish.


AITUTAKI, COOK ISLANDS Pearl Farm 76 Paul Gauguin Cruises | Shore Excursion Sampler


Circle Island Tour | Board Le Truck for an excursion through all seven of the island’s villages, passing by a marae (temple) and plantations of the various crops grown here on Aitutaki. Of interest on the tour are traditional wells and washing sites, beautiful coral and limestone churches, your guide’s retelling of local myths and legends, and lovely views of the lagoon from the eastern side of the island.


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