Paul Gauguin Cruises is a very high-end venture, operating a single luxuriously appointed ship on Tahitian itineraries. The line's only ship, Paul Gauguin, is named for the line's President and is the largest, best-appointed vessel cruising French Polynesia.

Paul Gauguin Cruises operates the m/s Paul Gauguin, the renowned, award-winning, 5-star-plus, luxury cruise ship built specifically to sail the waters of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific. Since its maiden voyage in 1998, the m/s Paul Gauguin has been the longest continually operating, year-round luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific. No other luxury ship in history has offered this level of single-destination focus and expertise on a year-round basis for such an extended period of time.

Paul Gauguin Cruises is committed to providing an unequalled luxury cruise experience uniquely tailored to the unparalleled wonders of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific. Our numerous World's Best awards demonstrate our dedication to guest satisfaction, excellence, quality and value.

After changing ownership and undergoing a multimillion-dollar refurbishment in 2009, the Paul Gauguin is offering expedition-style cruises. Destinations include Tahiti, the Society Islands, the Tuamotus, the Cook Islands, Tonga, Fiji and New Zealand. This stylish, sophisticated vessel is the most luxurious to sail this part of the world and the rates reflect its exclusivity.

Unique Features including:

• All ocean-view accommodations, nearly 70% with private balconies.
  
  
• All shipboard gratuities included; Complimentary beverages including soft drinks, hot beverages and select wines and spirits included.
  
  
• Single open-seating dining.
  
  
• m/s Paul Gauguin was built specifically to sail the waters of Tahiti and French Polynesia.
  
  
• Complimentary exclusive Private Retreats with a private beach in Bora Bora and a full day call at our private island, Motu Mahana.
  
  
• Intimately sized, catering to only 332 guests per voyage.
  
  
• Onboard watersports marina platform with complimentary kayaking, windsurfing, waterskiing and dive masters for optional dive programs and certification.
  
  
• m/s Paul Gauguin is the longest continually operating luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific

• Australia
• New Zealand
  

• South Pacific
• Tahiti

The m/s Paul Gauguin was designed specifically to sail the lagoons of Tahiti and French Polynesia, visiting small ports that larger ships can’t reach and effortlessly blending into the stunning natural beauty of the South Seas. She offers an extension of the informal, relaxing environment of the islands, coupled with five-star service, comfort and luxury.

m/s Paul Gauguin
Passengers: 332
Year Built: 1997
Tonnage: 19,200
Decks: 7
Crew: 206
Registry: Bahamas