Owner's Suite – Deck 7
49 m²
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Le Paul Gauguin
Le Paul Gauguin has been opening up the wonders of French Polynesia to its guests for over 20 years, providing an authentic and relaxed experience with its small size and welcoming atmosphere.
Up to 330 Guests
165 staterooms & suites
209 crew members
Spa
3 restaurants
In September 2019, PAUL GAUGUIN Cruises joined the PONANT family, while retaining its personality: its relaxed, international atmosphere and destination expertise; an atmosphere that is decidedly different from the company's other ships. Le Paul Gauguin has been specially designed to sail in Polynesian waters. Her shallow draft allows for close access to shallow lagoons and isolated islands for optimal docking time. The ship's new interior designed by Studio Jean-Philippe Nuel and its recent fittings evoke South Seas elegance. All 165 cabins and suites have a view of the outside world.
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“Approaching the Polynesian Islands aboard the Paul Gauguin is a unique experience! The cruise allows you to wake up every morning in a different location and set off to explore the islands each day without having to pack your bags…”
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The restaurants onboard Le Paul Gauguin
Each day, the chef creates quality dishes to prepare menus that reflect typical flavours and French tradition.
L’Etoile - Deck 5
L’Étoile serves a range of international cuisine and local dishes in an ambiance of refined elegance.
- Open for dinner only
- Capacity: 208
Gastronomic restaurant
La Véranda - Deck 6
La Véranda serves breakfast and lunch in the form of a buffet offering a varied selection of options. For dinner, the chef prepares a range of gastronomic cuisine, with a special emphasis on the tastes and flavours of Polynesia (booking required).
- Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Lunch is open for walk-ins and dinner by reservation
- Indoor capacity: 108
- Outdoor capacity: 52
The Grill - Deck 8
Located by the pool, the Grill is the ideal restaurant for an open-air breakfast, a buffet lunch (grills, salads and fresh tropical fruits) or a casual dinner with reservation.
- Breakfast and lunch buffets
- Polynesian specialty dinner with reservation
- Pool view
- Capacity: 96
The common areas onboard le Paul Gauguin
Le Paul Gauguin has various areas designed and equipped to meet your needs while preserving the privacy of each guest.
The marina - Deck 3 (accessible by Deck 4)
Various nautical leisure activities, such as kayaking, paddle boarding or scuba diving, are available from the marina access point.
Reception - Deck 4
In addition to the reception, Deck 4 also hosts the excursion and diving desk.
The Grand Salon - Deck 5
The spacious Grand Salon theatre is home to the sound of percussion and guitars, the traditional shows of Polynesian dancers and singers.
The piano bar - Deck 5
With its calm atmosphere, the piano bar is ideal for a relax time at the reading nook or a board game accompanied by music.
The spa and fitness room - Deck 6
The Algotherm Dermo Ocean Spa offers a wide range of treatments and massages using marine cosmetics, as well as hairdressing services for moments of sheer relaxation. Keen athletes have everything they need to keep up their regime in the fitness centre.
See the spa menuThe Boutique - Deck 6
Tahitian black pearl jewellery, fashionable clothing, beachwear, souvenirs, toiletries… The boutique offers a wide range of products to give as gifts or as a treat for yourself.
La Palette - Deck 8
La Palette lounge bar, which opens up to the outside, is perfect for socialising with its friendly atmosphere, grand piano and variety of different artists who play there. Feel free to join in when the dancing starts!
The pool and pool bar - Deck 8
With its water blending into the surrounding panoramas, the pool is perfect for a moment of relaxation in the sun. Its bar offers refreshments throughout the day.
Sun bar – Solarium - Deck 9
Take advantage of Deck 9 to relax in the sun with a book and a cocktail, or watch the evening sunset.
A typical day
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Polynesia from the sea or feet in the sand of its heavenly islets: swimming, diving, kayaking, paddle boarding or snorkelling, discovering local traditions, tasting grilled meats on the motu Mahana, a small privatised paradise, or visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites are all on the programme.
The Gauguins, Tahitian hostesses and hosts, will share their culture and skills with you throughout your cruise.
Breakfast
On board, start each day the right way.
- Smoothies are made to order with fresh fruits and vegetables at La Palette on deck 8.
- Enjoy a room service breakfast in your stateroom, or breakfast in a relaxed atmosphere around the swimming pool (at the Grill) or in a more sophisticated setting at the Veranda. Coffee, espresso, tea, fruit juices, smoothies and mimosas are popular breakfast beverages.
Morning
Midday
Go on an excursion
Rich in extraordinary marine life, French Polynesia is full of treasures just waiting to be discovered. Explore the world below the waterline with our diving options, including introductory courses, a first dive or free exploration for experienced divers (additional cost). If you prefer to stay above the water, kayaking and paddle boarding are great experiences (at no extra cost) that you can take directly from the vessel's marina.
Lunch
Enjoy a varied buffet on board, including grilled meats, salads and fresh tropical fruits at the Grill, or opt for a more refined setting at the Veranda.
On board
You can choose to stay on board and indulge in a moment of relaxation or enrichment, including:
- Attending a talk given by anthropologists, archaeologists or biologists. These recognised experts are happy to share their knowledge.
- Book a treatment or massage at the Algotherm Dermo Ocean Spa, world renowned for its algae formulated cosmetics.
- Relax by the pool or at the Piano bar
- For the more athletic, you can keep in top shape in the fitness room
- Learn about the history and secrets of Polynesian culture at Fare Tahiti, an onboard area consisting of local handicrafts.
Afternoon
Tea time
Excursions
A wide choice of excursions is offered depending on your itinerary and stopovers. Relax on a white sandy beach and enjoy a typical Polynesian day on the motu Mahana, reserved exclusively for guests of Le Paul Gauguin. Take a trip aboard a traditional canoe, swim with rays, turtles and sharks in crystal clear water, or admire them from a glass-bottom boat. Explore the lush interior of the islands on a bike or a 4x4 excursion and immerse yourself in the breath-taking surroundings. Visit a pearl farm to appreciate the "poe rava" - black pearls unique to the area. Or, follow in the footsteps of the artists Paul Gauguin and Jacques Brel during your cruise to the Marquesas Islands. Between encounters with local populations and fabulous landscapes, there’s no doubt you’ll return with unforgettable memories.
All excursions are pre-bookable 60 days before departure or once on board.
Afternoon tea
- "Tea time" is around 4 p.m., when delicious sweets, tea, coffee and cold drinks are served.
- Enjoy the tranquillity of your stateroom and watch a film or immerse yourself in a book on your private balcony.
- Stroll through the ship's boutique and pick up some black Tahitian pearls and other souvenirs to take home.
Aperitif and petit fours
Aperitifs and petit fours are served on board the ship each day at 6 p.m.
A gourmet dinner
Your afternoon continues into the evening infront of the magnificent Polynesian sunsets to the sweet sound of melodies from the piano, or at the Palette bar with a delicious cocktail in hand. Then choose between Polynesian specialties in a relaxed atmosphere at the Grill, sampling the culinary creations of the chef at the Veranda or at L'Etoile restaurants.
Evening
24/7
An evening of entertainment
Let the Gauguines and Gauguins, your Polynesian hosts and hostesses, show you their vibrant culture with traditional dances and the lively music of their drums and ukuleles.
If you're in the mood for a spot of dancing, continue your evening at La Palette, the lounge-bar-disco that opens up to the outside and guarantees a warm and relaxed atmosphere!
The PONANT App
After booking your cruise, download the PONANT app from the Apple Store or Google Play. It will support you throughout your voyage. Before your cruise, get practical information about how to pack your bag, the composition of the team on board, pre-book your excursions, etc. During your trip, enjoy daily highlights of your cruise, make an appointment with the spa, order the photos from the cruise and book your excursions.
With an area of 19 to 49 m², all of the staterooms and suites aboard Le Paul Gauguin have external openings. The majority of them have balconies or verandas.
The decoration and design of the staterooms and suites celebrate Polynesian culture and combine delicacy, intimacy and comfort.
In detail
Technical Specificities
Services provided
- 24-hour room service
- Inclusive Wifi internet access (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
- Individually-controlled air conditioning
- Dressing room with shelves and closet
- Dressing table and hairdryer
- Algotherm top-of-the-line bath products
- Minibar
- Electronic safe
- Direct line telephone
- Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
- 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- 2 ADA stateroom
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