This expedition will visit these Tuamotu pearls: Makatea, unique in its kind with its immense cliffs, Mataiva and its colorful lagoon and Anaa, whose intense blue will remain etched in our memories.
Aranoa: Tuamotu Islands – 5-Day Cruise (5–9 May 2027) – 15% Pre-Summer Special
5 Days-
20562
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Transfers throughout
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All meals and beverages onboard
Overview
Sailing Schedule
| Voyage | Departure Date | Return Date | |
| N°7 | Wednesday 5 May 2027 | Sunday 9 May 2027 |
Cruise Fare Inclusions
- Transfer from Your hotel in Papeete to Aranoa Dock
- 4-night cruise aboard Aranoa: Tuamotu Islands in Stateroom (Obstructed View)
- All meals onboard Aranoa (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- A bottle of wine to share among 4 passengers during onboard meals
- All shore excursions with English-speaking guides
- Cultural activities and performances onboard and ashore
- Cultural dance shows, and onboard lectures
- Port charges and government taxes
- Transfer from Papeete Aranoa Dock to Your hotel in Papeete
Cabin Upgrade Options
Pre-Summer Special Save 15% (Valid until 31 May 2026)
- Stateroom (Obstructed View): AUD 3,155 per person twin share
Upgrade Options (per person):
- Stateroom (Unobstructed View): +AUD 135
- Deluxe Cabin (with Balcony): +AUD 837
- Superior Deluxe Cabin (with Balcony): +AUD 1,118
- Junior Suite (with Balcony): +AUD 1,179
- Premium Suite (with Balcony): +AUD 1,261
- Royal Suite (with Balcony): +AUD 1,630
- Grand Royal Suite (with Balcony): +AUD 2,525
- Owner’s Suite (with Balcony): +AUD 2,780
- Presidential Suite (with Balcony): +AUD 2,780
Itinerary
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Day
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5
May
2027Departure from Tahiti (Papeete)
Boarding on the Aranoa between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. Departure around 5:00 pm. You'll be warmly welcomed by our Polynesian staff and get your bearings on the boat before the long journey to the Tuamotu Islands.
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Day
2
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6
May
2027Makatea
The Aranoa offers the opportunity to visit the remains of Makatea and phosphate mining. Passengers disembark in barges at the Temao wharf and set off across the island on foot or by car. Visit the sacred caves of Makatea and picnic under the cliffs or on the beach.
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Day
3
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7
May
2027Mataiva
Mataiva has everything to dazzle travelers. Its unique lagoon and white sand beaches make it one of the most sumptuous atolls in French Polynesia. Despite being easily accessible from Tahiti, Mataiva has managed to preserve its authenticity and tranquility. There's no invasive tourism here, just warm, friendly locals.
Passengers will disembark in barges at the Pahua quay and be greeted by a performance of “Orero”.
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Day
4
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8
May
2027Anaa
Anaa is the birthplace of Tahiti's royal family, the Pomare dynasty, which has gone down in the history books. Today, Anaa is best known for its sparkling green jade lagoon and the picturesque white-sand motus surrounding it. Most of the population is engaged in copra oil production or fishing, which has led to the development of the island's sustainable fishing program. Beware of the “feo”, the gigantic fossilized coral boulders that are characteristic of the atoll. Passengers disembark by barge at the Tukuhora wharf. By bus or on foot, they can visit the village and its special features. The shallow, translucent lagoon is ideal for fly-fishing, an activity offered at Anaa. A picnic lunch is available on the beach in Tukuhora village.
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Day
5
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9
May
2027Tautira - Papeete (Tahiti)
autira means "laid mast", symbolizing the home port of the sailing pirogues that anchored in the large bay of Tautira. It is a commune associated with Taravao, Faaone and Pueu, part of the larger commune of "Taiarapu-Est" located on the smaller part of the island of Tahiti.
Passengers will disembark in barges at the Vereiti site, where the Pepena band will perform for a local ambience. They can snorkel at the beach, visit a tarodière just a 5-minute walk away and enjoy the river. From the Vereiti pontoon, you can admire the breathtaking scenery of "Te Pari" (register at reception).
Maa Tahiti" will be served on your return.