Archipels Cruises (Polynesian Dream)
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,037
Uncover a true Polynesian dream by cruising through beautiful clear waters. Encounter the many highlights this paradise has to offer including Tahiti, Moorea, Huahine, Bora Bora and more.
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The complete small group Polynesian experience, this 10 night journey includes all the islands’ biggest stars including Bora Bora and Raiatea. With your own yacht and crew, this is the perfect escape to paradise in the South Pacific.
Explore Opunohu Bay, or enjoy a half day optional guided excursion, exploring the archeological wonders of Moorea. Huahine provides more opportunities for snorkeling, kayaking or swimming, with the option of exploring the Faaroa River. Visit the far side of Raiatea for an optional guided tour of this sacred island. Come face to fin with sharks, turtles and tropical fish at famous Bora Bora, then explore Tahaa, with the option to visit a pearl farm or enjoy a traditional Polynesian show. Enjoy a final snorkeling trip around the island’s beautiful coral garden, before returning to Raiatea.
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,037
Itinerary View Trip Map
Tahiti
Welcome! Board the catamaran at 12:00PM at Marina Taiana Papeete. Enjoy lunch on board and a sea crossing to Moorea Island, with mooring in Vaiare Bay in front of the largest white sand beach of Moorea.
| Meal Plan | Lunch and Dinner |
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Moorea
Cruise to Opunohu Bay. Option: take a half day guided safari excursion in Moorea (see belvedere, pineapple road and the archeological Polynesian sites). In the afternoon enjoy water-based activities: snorkelling at the Tiki spot and swimming with the sting rays. At sunset, depart for Raiatea on a night cruise (11 hours)
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Raiatea
Arrive for breakfast in the south of Raiatea where you may enjoy water-based activities such as snorkelling, kayaking or swimming. In the afternoon, cruise inside the lagoon of Raiatea to Faaroa Bay, where you can visit the Faaroa river by dingy.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Raiatea - Tahaa
This morning there is a short two hour cruise to Uturoa, the main village of Raiatea. Go shopping or walk on the Tapioi mountain for a great view. Enjoy a panoramic lunch then it's a short cruise inside the lagoon to Motu Tautau, at the North West of Tahaa for water-based activities: swimming, kayak rides or enjoying the beach.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Tahaa - Bora Bora
There is a four hour cruise to Bora Bora. Have lunch at anchor at Motu Tapu. In the afternoon go swimming with the reef sharks and discover one of the most beautiful lagoons in the South Pacific. Night anchor on the East side of Bora Bora.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Bora Bora
This morning you can swim with the manta rays. Enjoy breakfast and take a short cruise to Motu Taurere where you can kayak or explore the beach. Option: enjoy a Tahitian Barbecue lunch on a private motu. Afternoon, sail in the famous lagoon of Bora Bora. The evening is spent at Matira point.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Bora Bora - Raiatea
After the breakfast cruise for four hours to Raiatea island. Have lunch at anchor then the afternoon is at leisure for nautical activities: swimming or snorkelling. Option: visit a black pearl farm.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Raiatea - Tahaa
Stop for some shopping in the local market in Uturoa, the main village of Raiatea. Option: take a guided tour of Raiatea, visiting the Taputapuatea temple, the botanic, green valley and waterfalls. Back on board, there will be a short navigation to Motu Ceran where you may enjoy nautical activities: swimming or snorkelling.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Huahine
There is an early departure to Huahine Island. You will arrival in Bourayne Bay at noon. Enjoy leisure activities during afternoon: watersports, kayaks rides, swimming or snorkelling. Then there is a short cruise south to Avea Bay where you spend the night. Option: dinner and evening in a local restaurant with a Polynesian show.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Huahine - Raiatea
Breakfast at Avea Bay, then a short navigation to visit the Fare Village. Option: morning guided tour of Huahine archeological sites, fish traps, vanilla plantations, and sacred eels. After lunch, cruise for 4 hours to Raiatea island where you will have a sunset arrival on the sacred island.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Raiatea
After breakfast, disembark at 08:00AM at Dream Yacht Charter base, Marina of Uturoa.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast |
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Departs Wednesday and arrives back on the second Sunday.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- 10 nights accommodation in an air-conditioned double cabin with private ensuite bathroom aboard a shared catamaran with captain and hostess/cook
- Cruise itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary
- Use of snorkeling and kayak equipment and beach towels on board
- Insurance for yacht and passengers
- Consumables for yacht - diesel, fuel, and water
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- Transfers
- Beverages
- Optional excursions
- International and domestic airfare and airfare taxes
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
20 Feb 2019
