Designed specifically to glide in luxury through the shallow seas of the South Pacific, The Gauguin is a small-ship cruiser’s dream. She delivers travelers to intimate ports inaccessible to larger cruise ships, all the while providing a travel experience that is nothing short of luxurious.Designed specifically to glide in luxury through the shallow seas of the South Pacific, The Gauguin is a small-ship cruiser’s dream. She delivers travelers to intimate ports inaccessible to larger cruise ships, all the while providing a travel experience that is nothing short of luxurious.
Life on board

Gastronomy

Every day, the chef cooks quality dishes to prepare menus that combine typical flavours and French tradition.

Gastronomy

Every day, the chef cooks quality dishes to prepare menus that combine typical flavours and French tradition.

A typical day

Your sensorial journey aboard the ship

Plans and immersive visit

Explore the ship

Marina, salons, restaurants, promenades... Move around inside the ship and find the ideal location for your stateroom or suite.

330Maximum guests

165Staterooms and suites

209Crew members

3

Le Paul Gauguin

  • Porthole Stateroom

Staterooms and suites

Elegance and intimacy

What’s included

Everything you need, already included

Paul Gauguin Cruises is proud to offer an extraordinary value in luxury cruising, thanks to our all-inclusive pricing. Spend more time enjoying your cruise vacation and less time worrying about every little detail when it’s all been taken care of—from gourmet dining to onboard gratuities, and so much more.

Every meal included
Every meal included

All shipboard meals, in your choice of venues

Recycled energy
Recycled energy

Complimentary beverages, including select wines and spirits, beers, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages served throughout the ship

Polynesian Entertainment.
Polynesian Entertainment.

All shipboard entertainment, including our troupe of Polynesian performers and live music in the evenings

Service with no extra fees
Service with no extra fees

Onboard gratuities for room stewards, dining and bar staff

Entertainment

Les Gauguins & Les Gauguines

On every voyage of The Gauguin, we’re accompanied by our own troupe of Tahitian hosts and entertainers that bring the spirit of...

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Les Gauguins & Les Gauguines

On every voyage of The Gauguin, we’re accompanied by our own troupe of Tahitian hosts and entertainers that bring the spirit of...

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What’s included

Watersports

The waters of French Polynesia and the South Pacific offer a world of wonders with translucent lagoons, rainbow-colored coral reefs, and a myriad of tropical fish. A highlight of the Paul Gauguin Cruises’ experience is watersports and we offer many opportunities to explore these seas.

Every meal included
Every meal included

All shipboard meals, in your choice of venues

Recycled energy
Recycled energy

Complimentary beverages, including select wines and spirits, beers, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages served throughout the ship

Polynesian Entertainment.
Polynesian Entertainment.

All shipboard entertainment, including our troupe of Polynesian performers and live music in the evenings

Spa & Fitness

Set sail on a musical journey! If you have a passion for classical instrumental music or opera, if you love Celtic melodies or jazz, treat yourself to a different and exclusive experience aboard a Ponant ship. On board or ashore, our guests of honour, including renowned artists, talented musicians and brilliant virtuosos, share their knowledge and their passion in an intimate and accessible manner during concerts or talks.

Live

Paul Gauguin, as if you were there

From sunrise to sunset, sail from island to island and admire the shores of the Pacific region, captured by the ship's webcam.

With a shallow draft, the Paul Gauguin sails closest to the most beautiful lagoons and offers you an optimal view of these enchanting coasts.

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