Paradise Islands

Explore the ruins of stone marae on Huahine, dive the protected reef off the Tuamotu atolls and chat with locals on Rangiroa. This ten-day, expedition-style cruise will unlock the secrets beyond French Polynesia’s beguiling beaches; with only 102 guests on board, you’ll have easy access to the archeologists, naturalists and photographers who accompany the sailing.

The water is at your doorstep on a private motu on this sevenday Polynesian escape. Your bungalow comes with a view of Bora Bora’s iconic Mount Otemanu, and days are filled with snorkeling, reef-diving, mingling with manta rays, kitesurfing, hiking or sipping tropical drinks and eating poisson cru. This tour includes one night in Papeete, plus a day spent exploring the lagoon by boat.

Soft ukulele tunes float through the breeze as you glide on an outrigger canoe to a private motu. Here, settle into a seaside lounge decorated with traditional Polynesian textiles and flora, where you can nibble appetizers and relax while dinner is prepared. Your meal is served under the glow of tiki torches; dancers and musicians complete the scene. Take in some southern hemisphere stargazing or a night swim before heading back to your hotel.