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Paul Gauguin Cruises puts spectacular South Pacific within easy reach

Michael FerranteThe West Australian
The m/s Paul Gauguin Tahiti sailing in Tahiti.
Camera IconThe m/s Paul Gauguin Tahiti sailing in Tahiti. Credit: Tim McKenna/Ponant

Paul Gauguin Cruises is offering flight credits on select 2025 and 2026 voyages that explore the natural beauty of French Polynesia and the South Pacific.

The offer includes a $1500 flight credit per person to use towards international airfares on 17 select departures aboard the boutique Paul Gauguin, for bookings made until April 30, 2025.

The 330-guest ship is tailor-designed to navigate the lagoons and pristine waters of the region. It is undergoing a multimillion-dollar refurbishment that will be unveiled next month, including its redesigned pool deck with shaded cabana seating, and eight new connecting staterooms catering to multigenerational travel groups.

Itineraries of varying lengths visit stunning areas like Moorea with its striking peaks, the Bora Bora lagoon, and the remote Tuamotus and Marquesas archipelago.

Paddling in Bora Bora.
Camera IconPaddling in Bora Bora. Credit: Tim McKenna/Ponant

Among the 17 departures included in this offer are:

+ Tahiti and the Society Islands (eight days), with departures in August 2025 and March 2026. It visits islands Tahiti, Huahine, Taha’a, Bora Bora and Moorea.

+ Marquesas, the Tuamotus and Society Islands (15 days), December 6, 2025 only. This voyage visits Tahiti, Fakarava, Rangiroa, Nuku Hiva, Hiva Oa, Tahuata, Fatu Hiva, Huahine, Bora Bora, Raiatea and Moorea.

A troupe of Polynesian hosts will share the spirit of the islands onboard through traditional dance, music and cultural workshops.

Paul Gauguin Cruises was acquired in 2019 by French expedition cruise specialists Ponant.

Paul Gauguin Cruises’ private island Motu Mahana.
Camera IconPaul Gauguin Cruises’ private island Motu Mahana. Credit: Damien Decaix/Ponant

Deb Corbett, Ponant CEO Asia Pacific, says: “This is a perfect opportunity for travellers to immerse themselves in the warmth of Polynesian hospitality, enjoy exclusive access to private islands, embark on enriching shore excursions, and experience effortless island-hopping.”

For terms and conditions visit au.ponant.com/paul-gauguin-2025-flight-credit.

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