Paul Gauguin Cruises offer one of the most focused ways to see French Polynesia and the South Pacific by small ship. PaulGauguin.ca helps you compare voyages, staterooms, deck locations, flights, hotel stays and quote options before you choose a sailing.
We are Paul Gauguin Cruises specialists and booking experts. We are not Paul Gauguin Cruises and we do not operate the ship. Our role is to help you understand the options clearly, then match the right voyage and stateroom to the trip you want.
Far & Away Adventures specializes in the South Pacific. We know the islands, the flight routes, the cruise patterns, the hotel choices and the details that can make a South Pacific trip work better.
Plan the Right Paul Gauguin Voyage
The m/s Paul Gauguin is built around French Polynesia and South Pacific cruising. Most voyages begin or end in Papeete, Tahiti, with itineraries that may include the Society Islands, Tuamotus, Marquesas, Cook Islands, Fiji, Tonga or other regional routes depending on the season.
The right sailing depends on what matters most to you:
- Bora Bora and Moorea on a first French Polynesia trip
- More reef and marine life in the Tuamotus
- Culture and remote island scenery in the Marquesas
- A wider South Pacific route including the Cook Islands, Fiji or Tonga
- A shorter cruise with a resort stay before or after
- A longer voyage with more variety and fewer hotel changes
Start with the itinerary, then choose the stateroom.
Why Work With Paul Gauguin Cruises Specialists?
Paul Gauguin Cruises can look simple at first: choose a date, choose a cabin, pay the deposit. In reality, the best choice often depends on the details:
- Which itinerary fits your travel style?
- Is a balcony worth it for this voyage?
- Which deck location makes sense?
- Should you arrive early in Tahiti?
- Is a Bora Bora or Moorea hotel stay better before or after the cruise?
- Are there Canadian resident rates or other applicable offers?
- What is included, and what may cost extra?
- How do flights line up with the cruise schedule?
We help you compare the whole trip, not just the cruise fare.
Explore the Main Planning Guides
The Ship
What the m/s Paul Gauguin is like onboard — style, dining, public spaces, watersports, dress code and who it suits.
Explore the ship →Staterooms & Suites
Compare porthole, window, balcony, veranda and suite options — when to upgrade, when to save, why location matters.
Compare staterooms →Deck Plans
Think about motion, noise, convenience, privacy and value before choosing a stateroom.
View deck plans →Itineraries
Compare Society Islands, Tuamotus, Marquesas, Cook Islands, Fiji, Tonga and longer voyages.
See itineraries →Cruise Schedule
Sailing dates, durations, itinerary names and regions — always confirmed before deposit.
Check the schedule →What's Included
Meals, beverages, gratuities, Wi-Fi, watersports, shore excursions, flights, hotels and other trip costs.
See inclusions →A Better Way to Compare the South Pacific
A Paul Gauguin cruise is not the right answer for every traveller. Some people are better suited to a land-based stay in Moorea or Bora Bora. Others do best with a cruise plus a few resort nights. That is why our advice starts with the trip, not the sale. We help compare:
- Cruise vs land-based French Polynesia
- Shorter vs longer voyages
- Balcony vs non-balcony staterooms
- Society Islands vs Tuamotus or Marquesas
- Cruise-only vs cruise-plus-resort planning
- Canadian and U.S. traveller considerations
For general French Polynesia destination information, Tahiti Tourisme is also a useful official resource.
🍁 Canadian Traveller Note
PaulGauguin.ca is a Canadian-based specialist site, but we help travellers from Canada, the United States and beyond. For Canadian residents, selected sailings may have Canadian resident rates or other market-specific considerations. These are not guaranteed and can change by date, stateroom category and booking terms.
Canadian travellers should also consider exchange rates, flights from Canadian gateways, insurance, deposit timing and provincial consumer protection rules.
Articles
Our main pages are designed as stable planning guides. The Articles section is where we publish more specific cruise planning topics, South Pacific travel notes, itinerary comparisons, stateroom advice, destination features and staff-informed insights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PaulGauguin.ca the official Paul Gauguin Cruises website?
No. PaulGauguin.ca is operated by Far & Away Adventures as an independent specialist booking resource. We sell and advise on Paul Gauguin Cruises, but we are not the cruise line and do not operate the ship.
Can you help travellers outside Canada?
Yes. We help travellers from Canada, the United States and beyond. The .ca domain reflects our Canadian base, not a restriction on who we can assist.
Are Paul Gauguin Cruises all-inclusive?
Paul Gauguin Cruises include many onboard items, but inclusions can change by sailing, fare type and season. We confirm current inclusions, taxes, offers and terms when preparing your quote.
What is the best Paul Gauguin itinerary for first-timers?
For many first-time French Polynesia travellers, a Society Islands itinerary is the easiest place to start. Longer Tuamotus, Marquesas or Cook Islands routes may suit travellers who want more depth or regional variety.
Should I choose the cruise or a Bora Bora resort stay?
It depends on the trip you want. A cruise is usually better for seeing several islands with fewer logistics. A resort stay may be better if your main goal is quiet time in one place, especially in an overwater bungalow.