Sailing round-trip from Papeete port, Tahiti, uncover the world-famous Society islands of French Polynesia by small ship. Bora Bora, Taha’a, Moorea, Huahine, Raiatea – islands sculpted by sky-piercing, moss-green peaks and lined with vivid turquoise lagoons. Island hopping allows you to see every landscape, from geometric ridges strung with waterfalls on the high islands to flat, desert-like atolls where lagoons far outsize the landmass. There are many sides to the Islands of Tahiti, yet they are all connected by Mana. Mana is a life force and spirit that surrounds us. You can see it. Touch it. Taste it. Feel it.
Inclusions
- 7 nights cruise roundtrip Papeete aboard Panorama II (Variety Cruises)
- Buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a local Theme Evening, fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner
- Coffee, tea and mineral water all day
- Use of fishing and snorkeling equipment (Masks, Fins and Snorkels), and Beach Towels
- 2 Shore excursions; one to Bora Bora, by Le Truck and one to Moorea, Island tour & Belvedere
- English-Speaking Local (Greek) Cruise Escort
| October 18 – December 20, 2024 | Cruise Only |
| Oceanview with Portholes | $3039 |
| Oceanview | $4279 |
| Taxes & Fees Included | |
| Rates are in USD. Per person based on double occupancy. | |
DAY 1 – PAPEETE, TAHITI
Embark the Panorama II in Papeete Port between 2pm and 3pm. After a welcome briefing and safety drill, we will set sail for Moorea. Late evening arrival and overnight at anchor.
DAY 2 – MOOREA
This morning we are in Moorea, which is believed to be the inspiration for the mythical Bali Hai from James Michener’s Tales of the South Pacific. Eight gargantuan mountain peaks rise from its magnificent lagoon, creating a distinctive silhouette visible from the western coast of Tahiti.
Morning and afternoon optional half day excursions. Early evening departure to Raiatea, overnight at sea
DAY 3 – RAIATEA
Early in the morning we sail across the lagoon to reach nearby Raiatea, which translates
to “faraway heaven” and “sky with soft light”. Originally known as Havai’i, Raiatea is considered the homeland of the ancient Polynesians. We will have a variety of optional activities to choose from, such as: Faaroa River and Motu beach break or visiting Marea Taputapuatea , a Raiatea half day morning tour or visit the Anapa family Pearl farm*. Overnight in port. (docked or on anchor at times)
DAY 4 – TAHAA
Noon arrival in Taha’a, which shares a magnificent lagoon with Raiatea Island. The
fertile island is covered with banana, watermelon and coconut groves. The island also acts as a vast natural greenhouse for the treasured Tahitian vanilla orchid. Optional visit of the island with a vanilla plantation , a rum distillery while enjoying some snorkeling. Or take a 4X4 safari tour around. Late night departure to Bora Bora. Overnight at sea.
DAY 5 – BORA BORA
Early morning arrival in Bora Bora, possibly the most photographed place on earth. Our ship sails into Bora Bora lagoon with Mount Otemanu rising proudly at the center. In Bora Bora we will have a variety of optional activities to choose from like swimming and snorkeling with stingrays or join a truck to visit around . Overnight in port. (docked or on anchor at times)
DAY 6 BORA BORA
All day in Bora Bora for exploration or choose one of the optional activities.
Depart in the night to Huahine. Overnight at sea.
DAY 7 – HUAHINE
Huahine, once home to Tahitian royalty, is considered the cradle of Polynesian culture. The two islands maintain the largest concentration of ancient marae (temples) in French Polynesia, some of which are believed to date back to around 700 AD. Huahine is a colossal tropical jungle burgeoning with coconut plantations, vanilla orchids, banana groves, breadfruit trees and watermelon fields. Our optional half-day tour takes us around the island to visit the small villages of Maeva, an archaeological site, and a vanilla plantation, or visit a private motu for a picnic and snorkeling experience. Departure after lunch to Papeete. Overnight at sea.
DAY 8 – PAPEETE, TAHITI
Morning arrival in Papeete. Disembarkation at 9:00 am after breakfast.
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