Where is Le Paul Gauguin?

Le Paul Gauguin is a luxury cruise ship operated by Ponant through its dedicated subsidiary, Paul Gauguin Cruises. Designed specifically to navigate the shallow waters and lagoons of the South Pacific, the vessel offers an intimate and immersive way to explore French Polynesia, the Cook Islands, and Fiji.

Atmosphere and Cultural Immersion

The ship is renowned for its relaxed elegance and authentic Polynesian spirit. A signature feature of the onboard experience is the presence of Les Gauguins and Les Gauguines, a resident troupe of Polynesian hosts and entertainers who share local traditions, songs, dances, and crafts such as lei-making with guests.

Life On Board

• Dining: The ship features multiple fine-dining venues highlighting French-inspired gastronomy and fresh local Polynesian flavors.
• Watersports Marina: A retractable watersports platform at the stern provides direct access to calm lagoon waters for kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling.
• Wellness and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a Polynesian-themed spa offering treatments with natural local ingredients like monoi oil, an outdoor swimming pool, open lounges, and cultural lecture spaces.

Itineraries

Thanks to its modest size, Le Paul Gauguin can access secluded anchorages and shallow passes that larger cruise liners cannot reach. Its classic voyages feature stops in Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, the Marquesas, and exclusive access to private retreats such as Motu Mahana off the coast of Taha'a.