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Polynesian Discovery – Raiatea to Tahiti

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Deposit 30%. Balance due 12 weeks before departure
Immerse yourself in the islands of Tahiti on an action-packed 11-day Polynesia Dream cruise.
Suited to
Couples, Groups, Individuals
Difficulty
No previous experience required
Nights onboard
10
Vessel type
Lagoon 620
Vessel length
62ft or 55ft
Skipper
Yes
Crew
Skipper & Steward/Cook
Berth Style
Modern double cabin with air-con
Insurance Required
Yes
Local Airport
Raiatea International Airport

From the shores of Tahiti to an island safari on Moorea, your Polynesia Dream cruise is action-packed from the very beginning.

10 Nights: Various dates available from April 2024 - March 2025

Price Per Person*:

Apr 2024: From 2,864.50GBP
May 2024: From 3,285.25 GBP
June 2024: From 3,374.50 GBP
July 2024: From 4,075.75 GBP
Aug - Sep 2024: From 3,833.50 GBP
Oct 2024: From 3,340.50 GBP
Nov 2024: From 3,162 GBP
Dec 2024: From 2,533 GBP
Jan 2025: From 1,844.50 GBP
Feb 2025: From 1,950.75 GBP
March 2025: From 2,256.75 GBP

30% deposit.

*Based on two people sharing one cabin. Prices will vary depending on the time of year and the number of people per cabin.

Your Polynesia cruise is an action-packed adventure from the shores of Raiatea, to an island paradise of Bora Bora. The fun continues on Bora Bora with snorkelling, kayaking and swimming. Raiatea and Huahine are up next, where the beachcombing and swimming will not disappoint. Sail to Moorea, then back to Tahiti to round out your 11-day Polynesian adventure.

DAY 1 – RAIATEA // TAHAA

Board at noon at the public pier in downtown Uturoa. Lunch and sail inside the breathtaking Raiatea and Tahaa lagoon to Motu TauTau. You’ll have plenty of time to snorkel and kayak the coral garden.

DAY 2 – TAHAA // BORA BORA

After breakfast, sail to magnificent Bora Bora (4 hours) and lunch at anchor at Motu Tapu. Later you can relax in the most beautiful lagoon in the South Pacific. Night at anchor, east of Bora Bora.

DAY 3 – BORA BORA

Breakfast is followed by a short sail to the Motu Taurere where you’re welcome to do some beachcombing and kayaking. In the afternoon, you will have a view of the turquoise lagoon while you sail. Evening and night at Matira point.

DAY 4 – BORA BORA // TAHAA

After breakfast, sail for four hours to tranquil Tahaa island, known for its vanilla. Lunch at anchor and a relaxed afternoon swimming and snorkelling. Evening and night at anchor.

DAY 5 – TAHAA // RAIATEA

Sail to Raiatea, also known as the sacred islands, for shopping in Uturoa and the island’s vibrant, local market. Take a short sail to snorkeler’s paradise Motu Ceran. You’ll be able to make the most of this amazing location with its clear waters to spend the day at anchor kayaking, beachcombing and swimming.

DAY 6 – RAIATEA

Sail eastern Raiatea and have lunch at anchor at Faaroa Bay with its stunning mountainous backdrop. Explore the Faaroa river by dinghy in the afternoon. Short ride to a peaceful motu for the night.

DAY 7 – HUAHINE

Leave early for your four-hour trip to Huahine. Lunch at anchor followed by a visit to the charming village of Fare. You’ll sail to beautiful Ana Iti beach. Night at Bourayne Bay.

DAY 8 – HUAHINE // MOOREA

After breakfast, sail to the western part of Huahine lagoon and explore Bourayne and Avea Bay. Spend time on the beach before sailing back to Fare village for dinner. At sunset, depart to Moorea – a night-long navigation of 12 hours.

DAY 9 – MOOREA

Arrive in Moorea during the morning and moor at Papetoai, a typical Polynesian village. Take your time enjoying the clear waters and snorkel Tiki Spot. In the late afternoon sail to Opunohu Bay and take a walk in Opunohu Valley.

DAY 10 – MOOREA // TAHITI

Stroll and relax on the beach at Opunohu or enjoy the ocean before sailing to Cook’s Bay and the village of Maharepa. Lunch on board and then sail (2.5 hours) Tahiti where you’ll spend the night at Marina Taina, on the west coast of Tahiti.

DAY 11 – TAHITI

Disembarking at 08.00 am, Marina Taina, Tahiti
Excursions package (optional).

  • Accommodation in air-conditioned double cabin with private bathroom (A/C in service from 8.00 am to 10.00 pm)
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Service of the crew: 2 persons (captain, steward/cook)
  • 2 sets of linens, towels and beach towels per person/week
  • Consumables for the yacht (diesel, fuel and water)
  • Insurance for the yacht and the passengers
  • Water sports on board: snorkelling equipment and sea kayak
  • Airfares
  • Transfers airport or hotel – catamaran – airport or hotel (optional)
  • Beverages, soft and alcoholic beverages
  • Cash box (mandatory): 215 Euros per person per cruise payable in cash on the spot
  • Excursions package (optional): 220 Euros per person payable on the spot upon arrival or booking
  • Destination fee*(Mandatory): £250.75 per person
    *Includes: National park fees (for the boat), Tourist taxes and landing fees on the islands, Mooring fees, Possible re-fills of water, fuel, gas, fresh products,Miscellaneous: repurchase of broken crockery, lost fishing lines or lures
  • Superior Cabin Charge: £178.50 per booking
  • Excursion*: £225.25 per person*Excursion in Moorea: pineapple road, Belvedere, degustation of local products, archaeological sites // Guided tour onboard a Polynesian canoe, coral garden, manta rays watching // Visit of a pearl farm, guided snorkeling on the pearls // Guided Tour of Raiatea, the sacred islands, Taputapuatea temple, botanic, vanilla plantation // Discovery of archaeological sites, fish traps, sacred eels // Diner and evening in a restaurant with a local Polynesian show
  • Special Diet*: £144.50 per booking
    *Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Diabetic, Pescatarian, and Vegan Diet. Please communicate dietary requirements at least 2 weeks prior to the charter to adapt menus accordingly.
  • Transfer
    One way Transfer Raiatea airport / hotels less than 10 km to downtown Uturoa (RAI/TAH turnaround): £8.50 one-way
    One way Transfer airport of Tahiti / ferry terminal/hotels of Papeete to Marina Taina (TAH/RAI turnarond): £18.70 one-way 
  • WIFI Internet on boat*: £35.70 per booking
    *Internet wifi ( vini travel sim card , 42 €, includes 30′ of local calls & 3 Gb of data)”

Tahiti International Airport (Raiatea Airport if reverse itinerary)

Raiatea Airport (Tahiti International Airport if reverse itinerary)

DAY 1 – RAIATEA // TAHAA

Board at noon at the public pier in downtown Uturoa. Lunch and sail inside the breathtaking Raiatea and Tahaa lagoon to Motu TauTau. You’ll have plenty of time to snorkel and kayak the coral garden.

DAY 2 – TAHAA // BORA BORA

After breakfast, sail to magnificent Bora Bora (4 hours) and lunch at anchor at Motu Tapu. Later you can relax in the most beautiful lagoon in the South Pacific. Night at anchor, east of Bora Bora.

DAY 3 – BORA BORA

Breakfast is followed by a short sail to the Motu Taurere where you’re welcome to do some beachcombing and kayaking. In the afternoon, you will have a view of the turquoise lagoon while you sail. Evening and night at Matira point.

DAY 4 – BORA BORA // TAHAA

After breakfast, sail for four hours to tranquil Tahaa island, known for its vanilla. Lunch at anchor and a relaxed afternoon swimming and snorkelling. Evening and night at anchor.

DAY 5 – TAHAA // RAIATEA

Sail to Raiatea, also known as the sacred islands, for shopping in Uturoa and the island’s vibrant, local market. Take a short sail to snorkeler’s paradise Motu Ceran. You’ll be able to make the most of this amazing location with its clear waters to spend the day at anchor kayaking, beachcombing and swimming.

DAY 6 – RAIATEA

Sail eastern Raiatea and have lunch at anchor at Faaroa Bay with its stunning mountainous backdrop. Explore the Faaroa river by dinghy in the afternoon. Short ride to a peaceful motu for the night.

DAY 7 – HUAHINE

Leave early for your four-hour trip to Huahine. Lunch at anchor followed by a visit to the charming village of Fare. You’ll sail to beautiful Ana Iti beach. Night at Bourayne Bay.

DAY 8 – HUAHINE // MOOREA

After breakfast, sail to the western part of Huahine lagoon and explore Bourayne and Avea Bay. Spend time on the beach before sailing back to Fare village for dinner. At sunset, depart to Moorea – a night-long navigation of 12 hours.

DAY 9 – MOOREA

Arrive in Moorea during the morning and moor at Papetoai, a typical Polynesian village. Take your time enjoying the clear waters and snorkel Tiki Spot. In the late afternoon sail to Opunohu Bay and take a walk in Opunohu Valley.

DAY 10 – MOOREA // TAHITI

Stroll and relax on the beach at Opunohu or enjoy the ocean before sailing to Cook’s Bay and the village of Maharepa. Lunch on board and then sail (2.5 hours) Tahiti where you’ll spend the night at Marina Taina, on the west coast of Tahiti.

DAY 11 – TAHITI

Disembarking at 08.00 am, Marina Taina, Tahiti
Excursions package (optional).