Our French Polynesia holidays & tours
Our French Polynesia holidays take the form of cruises, but not the way you might expect. For one thing, instead of a mega-cruise ship, you could travel between the islands on a cargo vessel, carrying news and supplies to the islands – that’s one way to ensure you get a warm welcome whenever you come into port. Disembarking, you can stay in locally-owned pensions, stray into the mountains to hike with local guides, or snorkel over precious coral. Our cruises mean that you don’t just have to confine yourself to Tahiti, but instead can visit island communities that are more remote, spreading the benefits of tourism further, to Fakarava, Fatu Hiva and Rangiroa.
French Polynesia luxury holiday
Explore the untouched, secret islands of the Pacific
From
€6000 to €8000
14 days
ex flights
French Polynesia cruise in the South Pacific
Sail this Polynesian paradise visiting at least 12 islands
From
£2608 to £2908
12 days
ex flights
Tahiti and the Society Islands cruise
A cruise from Tahiti and the Society Islands 10 nights
From
£3417 to £5678
11 days
ex flights
Rurutu humpback whale swimming holiday in the Pacific
Adventure tour swimming with whales in Rurutu
From
US $4900
8 days
ex flights
French Polynesia small ship cruise
Sail around the vivid turquoise lagoons of Tahiti
From
£2226 to £3904
8 days
ex flights
French Polynesia luxury villa & catamaran cruise holiday
Relax on hidden shores where untouched nature meets luxury
From
€21000 to €25000
16 days
ex flights
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French Polynesia map & itineraries
Leave the massive ferry from Tahiti behind as you begin a voyage of discovery amongst a volcanic archipelago consisting of 118 islands and reefs, around half of which are inhabited. The island clusters that make up French Polynesia are Society, Tuamotu, Gambier, Marquesas and Austral, all of which can be found scattered across some 2,000km of Pacific Ocean. Each island boasts its own unique tropical landscape with secluded bays, waterfall scarred cliffs and sacred stone sites adding to the thrill of wet landings and traditional welcoming ceremonies. From the immense, sculptured tikis on Hiva Oa to the underwater treasure trove around Rangiroa, French Polynesia delights and fascinates in equal measures.
Bora Bora
1. Bora Bora
Swathed in a kaleidoscope of tropical colour and surrounded by tiny idyllic islets and sparkling coral lagoons, Bora Bora is the talk of the Society Islands and the perfect place to relax on snow white sands or snorkel over crystal clear shallows. Tourism and Bora Bora inevitably stroll arm in arm with stilted, over-water bungalows and towering tropical backdrops tempting honeymooners the world over.
Fatu Hiva
2. Fatu Hiva
Fatu Hiva is a centre for Marquesas craftwork as well as one of the most naturally beautiful islands in French Polynesia, with the northwest coastline absolutely no exception. Rainforests, high grasslands and pandanus trees form much of Fatu Hiva's central plateau with a tough 16km trek from Omoa village to the Bay of Virgins showcasing spectacular scenery over towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls.
Nuku Hiva
3. Nuku Hiva
Follow in the footsteps of Herman Melville as you wind your way over a rugged 25km dirt road en-route to the village of Hatiheu in the Taipivai Valley, where sacred me’ae (ritual sites) and paepae (stone platforms) dot the landscape overlooking the bay beyond. Known as the ‘Roof of the Gods’, Nuku Hiva is dominated by Mount Muake and Cascade Tevaipo with numerous walking trails to complement the views.
Rangiroa Atoll
4. Rangiroa Atoll
The second largest coral atoll on the planet, Rangiroa draws in snorkellers and divers from across the globe and is well known for bottlenose dolphins that welcome small ships entering through the Tiputa Pass. Pearl breeding is the main activity for local families and visiting a pearl farm allows you to find out more if you fancy an alternative to white sand beaches and translucent blue lagoons.
Tahuata
5. Tahuata
Exploring the little leaf shaped island of Tahuata is a real blast for the senses with snow white frangipani and tiare tahiti flowers adding tropical fragrance to the warming breeze skimming off the Pacific. Although Tahuata is the smallest of the Marquesas it's steeped in history and features a massive church displaying decorative carvings and stained glass windows depicting the Marquesan cross.
Ua Pou
6. Ua Pou
Four volcanic monoliths tower above Ua Pou like ancient temple ruins and produce the highest point in the Marquesas at just over 4,000 feet. Entering Hakahau Bay is quite breathtaking and leads to the main village of Hakahau where you'll find several handicraft stalls located on the beach as well as restaurants serving the freshest poisson cru (raw fish) and traditional goat curries.
Our French Polynesia holidays reviews
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3French Polynesia holidays reviews
Margaret Goldberg03 Oct 2022
Our trip benefitted local people who owned the whale boats and took us out and the local people who owned the resort where we stayed. Everyone was so nice. The operator aspires to use best practices to satisfy tourists without harming the
whales. read more
William Bainbridge01 Mar 2018
The Marquesa Islands are amazing. The cultural shows and dances superb. The 10 mile hike is very worth doing but is not easy.read more
