The mesmerizing blue waters of French Polynesia are more than scenery—they are an invitation to experience the islands in their most elemental form. And from the decks of the award-winning m/s Paul Gauguin, your clients can jump in and explore with complimentary kayaking and paddleboarding launched directly from the ship’s retractable marina platform.
And while complimentary snorkeling gear is custom-fitted for each guest’s use throughout their voyage, those seeking even deeper discovery will be thrilled to know that Paul Gauguin Cruises is the only luxury line in Tahiti to offer a PADI-certified SCUBA program directly from the ship, too. Optional dives will take your clients into coral-rich waters alive with sharks, rays, and vibrant reef life—from the manta rays of Bora Bora to the marine wilderness of the Marquesas. Whether they’re a certified diver or a curious first-timer, their underwater adventure begins here.
The Gauguin was purpose-built for Polynesia—with a retractable watersports marina that lets guests step straight into the sea. Gliding across the lagoon on a paddleboard or kayaking into secluded coves, each moment a more intimate way to explore these islands of dazzling beauty.
All guests enjoy complimentary snorkeling gear to use throughout their voyage. Though not launched from the ship, there are opportunities to explore reefs and underwater wonders in nearly every port of call—from the UNESCO-listed Marine Biosphere in Fakarava to the shallows of our private islet Motu Mahana.
If your clients prefer to go deeper, The Gauguin’s dive program is unrivaled among Tahiti cruise lines. The ship is outfitted with onboard tank-filling station, and two inflatable dive boats. Guests train in the ship’s pool with PADI-certified instructors before launching into open-water exploration directly from the ship.
The Discover SCUBA Diving (DSD) course offers the perfect introduction for beginners. With just one hour of theory and a one-hour pool session led by a PADI-certified instructor, this training gets guests in the water quickly—and safely. When your clients complete a dive on board after their course, and they’ll be registered with PADI and receive credit toward Open-Water Diver certification. This is valid for one year at any PADI dive center worldwide.
Certified divers can expand their capabilities with optional Enriched-Air Nitrox certification on board. This advanced course supports longer dives with shorter recovery time—perfect for exploring multiple sites in Rangiroa, the Marquesas, or Fakarava’s coral-strewn canyon walls.
From the reef sharks of Moorea to the manta rays of Bora Bora, French Polynesia is a diver’s paradise. Guests can glide through Rangiroa’s Tiputa Pass, a natural aquarium teeming with dolphins and hammerheads, and descend into the coral canyons of Fakarava’s UNESCO-listed reefs to see snapper, rays, and reef sharks. Off the Marquesas, advanced divers can explore deep volcanic walls alive with mantas, scorpion fish, and migrating whales.
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