French Polynesia Cruise on Paul Gauguin from Papeete (French Polynesia)

Papeete (French Polynesia)

Papeete is the capital of the French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune of Papeete is located on the island of Tahiti. Admire the Point Venus view where Captain Cook settled in Tahiti. Visit the busy port of Papeete before venturing to the waterfalls and black sand shores. Don't forget your camera to take back special memories of the helicopter ride.

Huahine (French Polynesia)

Located among the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Huahine is made of 2 islands, Huahine Nui (Big Huahine) and Huahine Iti (Small Huahine). The islands are surrounded by coral reef. Lush landscapes, white sandy beaches and deep lagoons await visitors. Lac Fauna Nui (Lac Maeva) is filled with a wide variety of marine life and is all that remains of the ancient atoll lagoon while the village of Maeva boasts fascinating archeological sites

Raiatea, French Polynesia

It is the biggest of the Sotavento islands. You can arrive by plane from Tahiti. Uturoa is the main town. In one day you can visit the whole island. A place full of beauty is the Faaroa Bay, where we will find vanilla plantations. The Bay of Opoa and the marae de Taputapuatea are two of the main attractions.

Tahaa, Society islands

Tahaa is the sister of the nearby Raiatea, located in the archipelago of the Society Islands in the French Polynesia. Both islands are surrounded by coral reefs, that once could be one one island. Tahaa has few beaches on its coast. Most of the beaches on these island form smalles isles called motus. Tahaa has a beautiful blue lagoon very rich on marine life where you can practice some water sports as diving, windsurf and canoeing. The waters that surround both islands are also known all over the world for the many oportunities offered to navigate on sail boats. Another name for Tahaa is Vanilla Island, due to its constant vanilla scent. In fact, the island produces the 80% of vanilla of Tahiti. Both islands have several pearl factories, known for their quality and value.

Bora Bora (French Polynesia)

One of the most famous island in Polynesia, the magnificent turquoise waters and endless blue skies, Bora Bora is a place of remarkable beauty, luxury and relaxation. There are remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia in the center of the Island. The main attractions of Bora Bora are scuba diving, lagoon which Is fantastic for swimming, snorkeling, horse riding and outrigger canoe trip from Bora Bora beach.

Bora Bora (French Polynesia)

One of the most famous island in Polynesia, the magnificent turquoise waters and endless blue skies, Bora Bora is a place of remarkable beauty, luxury and relaxation. There are remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia in the center of the Island. The main attractions of Bora Bora are scuba diving, lagoon which Is fantastic for swimming, snorkeling, horse riding and outrigger canoe trip from Bora Bora beach.

Moorea, French Polynesia

Found only a few kilometers northwest of Tahiti, Moorea is located in the French Polynesian Society Islands. Boasting breathtaking volcanic scenery, its mountain slopes are draped with rain forests and pineapple plantations while its pristine white sand beaches border sapphire blue lagoons. There are a wealth of watersport activities on offer from Deep sea fishing to sailing and of course scuba diving and snorkelling are a must around the islands reefs. The Tiki Village, Opunohu Valley and island tours are also popular attractions with visitors.

Papeete (French Polynesia)

Papeete is the capital of the French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune of Papeete is located on the island of Tahiti. Admire the Point Venus view where Captain Cook settled in Tahiti. Visit the busy port of Papeete before venturing to the waterfalls and black sand shores. Don't forget your camera to take back special memories of the helicopter ride.

Papeete (French Polynesia)

Papeete is the capital of the French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune of Papeete is located on the island of Tahiti. Admire the Point Venus view where Captain Cook settled in Tahiti. Visit the busy port of Papeete before venturing to the waterfalls and black sand shores. Don't forget your camera to take back special memories of the helicopter ride.