1) Polynesian expert

In 1891, the painter Paul Gauguin settled in Tahiti in search of a "sky without winter". For more than 25 years, the ship named in his honour – designed to navigate the shallow waters of the South Pacific and its isolated islands – has taken guests on voyages of discovery to this faraway part of the world where time seems to stand still. Wild islands with dramatic volcanic peaks, deep valleys, lush jungles, precious lagoons and secluded coves, seabeds teeming with life and colour... There’s so much to explore on a voyage with Le Paul Gauguin.

2) Unprecedented routes

All Le Paul Gauguin itineraries have been designed to offer you an authentic experience of Polynesia and the islands of the South Pacific – Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, the Tuamotus, the Marquesas and the Cook Islands. Lasting from seven to 14 nights, our sailings offer you both an introduction to these enchanting archipelagos and time to get to know their different cultures and traditions. The many excursions and activities offered at every port of call, both on land and at sea, offer incredible opportunities to explore natural wonders and meet local communities.

3) A ship with the personal touch

Le Paul Gauguin has 165 staterooms and suites, each offering its own view of the incredible surroundings. To make sure you enjoy your trip with complete peace of mind, the ship has two crew members per three guests, one of the best ratios in the cruise industry. The service provided by our Polynesian hosts, the Gauguins and Gauguines, is professional and friendly and an integral part of the ship’s warm, intimate atmosphere.

4) An all-inclusive experience

Taking advantage of an all-inclusive offer on board means everything is taken care of so you can enjoy your holiday to the full. Meals and snacks, a wide selection of drinks, room service, butler service for certain suites and staterooms, watersports equipment (masks and snorkels, stand-up paddleboards), entertainment and exclusive access to a private islet in French Polynesia are included in the price of your cruise. Every day, let us surprise you with gourmet international cuisine, inspired by local products and flavours, in the laid-back setting of our three elegant restaurants.

5) A pioneering commitment Exchange, cooperation, mutual aid – this is the spirit underpinning Paul Gauguin Cruises' commitment to French Polynesia. We do our utmost to develop more sustainable tourism, for the benefit of the communities that welcome our guests each season. Our excursion programmes are developed directly with local, family-run structures. In 2023, we joined forces with the Polynesian government to provide medical care in the most remote, isolated islands. The medical teams on board Le Paul Gauguin will now be able to count on the support of Tahitian doctors who will travel to the islands free of charge on our ship. During ports of call, local residents can have free consultations with the ship's doctors and benefit from access to some of the ship's medical equipment, such as X-ray and ultrasound machines.

Welcome to all Past Guests

At Paul Gauguin Cruises, we recognize the value of experience, loyalty, and refined taste in travel. That’s why we welcome past guests of  Paul Gauguin  Cruises into the Paul Gauguin Society—a world of recognition, reward, and exclusive savings. As a past guest, you will enjoy immediate savings of at least 5% off your final cruise fare when you reserve your next voyage aboard the m/s  Paul Gauguin.  

Benefits for all past guests include:

• A cruise fare discount
• Shipboard credit
• Complimentary onboard laundry service*
• Repeater’s cocktail party
• Access to PONANT Yacht Club Loyalty Cruises

Below we’ve provided a breakdown on how the Paul Gauguin Society promotion works. Based on the number of voyages with Paul Gauguin Cruises, you are entitled to select benefits.

MAJOR [2 TO 4 SAILINGS]:

As a past guest of Paul Gauguin Cruises, you will enjoy immediate savings of 5% off your final cruise fare on your second through fourth voyages aboard the m/s  Paul Gauguin. As a thank you to all our Major guests, we are also including a $50  per person  shipboard credit.

ADMIRAL [5 TO 7 SAILINGS]:

On your fifth through seventh voyages aboard the m/s  Paul Gauguin , you will be promoted to the Admiral rank. All Admirals receive a 7.5% discount on final cruise fares alongside a $100  per person  shipboard credit and stateroom category upgrade. You'll also receive a 20% discount on board purchases†.

GRAND ADMIRAL [8 TO 20 SAILINGS]:

As a Grand Admiral, receive a 10% discount on final cruise fares on your eighth through 20th voyage aboard the m/s  Paul Gauguin. You will also receive a $150  per person  shipboard credit, and a 25% discount on onboard purchases† along with a complimentary bottle of Champagne and stateroom category upgrade‡. We have also removed fees for changing your cruise to an alternate date within 12 months of your original booking, if said change is made 90 days or more in advance of your original sailing date.

COMMODORE [21 OR MORE SAILINGS]:

If you have sailed 21 or more times aboard the m/s  Paul Gauguin,  you have achieved the Commodore rank and will receive a 12.5% cruise fare discount, $200  per person  shipboard credit, and a 25% discount on onboard purchases†, along with a complimentary bottle of Champagne and stateroom category upgrade‡. We have also removed fees for changing your cruise to an alternate date within 12 months of your original booking, if said change is made 90 days or more in advance of your original sailing date. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION, CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR OR CALL 800-848-6172.

Paul Gauguin Society past passenger offer may not be combined with any other offer or programs unless otherwise stated and is valid for sailings June 6, 2020, forward. Offer applies to the 1st and 2nd guests only. If traveling as a 3rd/4th guest in a stateroom, Paul Gauguin Society past passenger discount and amenities will not apply. Maximum of two shipboard credits per person, per booking. All previously sailed Paul Gauguin and PONANT cruises taken by a guest will count towards their total. *Laundry package is limited to five items per day, per person. †Certain restrictions apply on the discount for onboard purchases—shore excursions, SCUBA diving, jewelry, and art sales are excluded. ‡Stateroom category upgrade is offered on board, for one stateroom category higher, subject to availability, offered within a maximum of 48 hours after boarding.