Discovered by Europeans in the 18th Century, the Austral islands are located 600 km south of Tahiti. Off the beaten track, the Australs are an untouched and mysterious land where white sand clashes with the intense blue of the lagoons. Breathtaking landscapes, from sheer mountains to valleys, these islands are famous for their farming activities. The Austral islands will certainly offer a memorable and unique experience.
A Polynesian legend tells that the gods created the Marquesas Islands to be the roof of French Polynesia. On the Aranui’ voyages, we take travelers to the heart of Polynesian culture and traditions, to islands that have remained untouched and where time seems to have stopped. It is the journey of a lifetime.
Inclusions
10-night accommodation in the selected cabin
29 meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners with complimentary wine (1 bottle for every 4 guests) onboard
Services of expedition staff including lectures, briefings, slide/film presentations, and other group activities
Excursions as per itinerary
Group transfers during the cruise
Shore excursions, these include meals, a picnic lunch or a meal at a local restaurant will be provided
English-speaking guide
Landing fees and port taxes
Exclusions
International or domestic airfare and airport taxes – Beverages – Gratuities to hotel personnel and guides – Tourist taxes in Papeete – Optional excursions such as scuba diving, horseback riding, fishing and helicopter tours (with supplement $)
DAY 1 DEPARTURE FROM PAPEETE (Tahiti)
Meals : Dinner
Accommodation : Selected cabin for 10 nights
DAY 2 RURUTU
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 RURUTU
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 RAIVAVAE
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 RAPA
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 RAPA
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 AT SEA
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 RIMATARA
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 TUBUAI
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 AT SEA
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11 TAHITI - DEPARTURE
Meals : Breakfast
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | Cruise only |
Departures March 30, November 2, 2024 | |
Class C (Dorm) | 6169 |
Standard Stateroom | 9499 |
Deluxe | 11399 |
Superior Deluxe | 12299 |
Junior Suite | 12999 |
Premium Suite | 13579 |
Royal Suite | 14799 |
Presidential Suite | 18699 |
Single supplement | On request |
Rates in CA$, per person, starting from, in double occupancy | Cruise only |
Departures April 5, September 6, November 1 , 2025 | |
Class C (Dorm) | 6339 |
Standard Stateroom | 9799 |
Deluxe | 11999 |
Superior Deluxe | 12959 |
Junior Suite | 13399 |
Premium Suite | 13969 |
Royal Suite | 15249 |
Presidential Suite | 19269 |
Single supplement | On request |
Note
Rates for other itineraries are available.
The Aranui will not be transporting freight during this voyage.
Deposit of 25% is required at time of confirmation to secure the cabin.
**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.
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ARANUI 5
Aranui 5 is a custom-built, dual-purpose passenger/freighter ship designed to offer all of comforts of a cruise liner, while operating as a supply ship. Aranui 5 is classified as a small vessel, accommodating approximately 230 passengers in 103 cabins.
With eight different guest decks, the interior decor reflects the Polynesian heritage of her owners and crew. The ship features a restaurant where all the meals onboard are served in a casual setting; one lounge; two conference rooms, where guest lecturers will offer presentations on various topics related to Marquesas three bars, including the Sky Bar with sweeping panoramic views, an outdoor swimming-pool, a boutique, a spa, a gym and the first tattoo studio at sea.
Passenger accommodations range from Premium exterior staterooms, of which more than 90% have a private balcony; to standard exterior staterooms with a picture window or porthole; and Class C, shared dormitory style cabins with occupancy for four or eight people. Aranui 5’s registry is France and thus sails under French pavilion. As such, she operates under the strictest building and safety guidelines, including the requirements of international SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations and the French Coast Guard (CCS).
Ship Stats
Vessel particulars:
Flag: France
Length: 126 m. Breadth: 22 m. Draught: 5.2 m.
Cruising speed: 15 knots
Propellers: 2
Freight: 3000 tons
Capacity: 230 passengers – 103 cabins
Facilities:
1 dining room
1 spacious lounge and 2 conference rooms
3 bars including 1 panoramic bar (Skybar)
1 fitness room/gym
1 outdoor swimming-pool
1 shop, 1 library, 1 spa, 1 tattoo studio
2 elevators
Cabins and Suites:
38 Staterooms with porthole including 30 Double Staterooms of 11 sqm, 2 Single Staterooms and 6 Quadruple Staterooms.
28 Deluxe and Superior Deluxe from 13 to 14.5 sqm with a 4 sqm balcony. Capacity of two adults.
31 Suites from 18 to 22 sqm + balcony from 4 to 12 sqm (including 2 Junior Suites without balcony and 1 Junior Suite with balcony). Capacity for up to three adults.
1 Presidential Suite of 41 sqm with a 12 sqm balcony. Capacity for two to three adults.
Dormitories:
4 dormitories of 4 persons with porthole
1 dormitory of 8 persons with porthole
DOUBLE STATEROOM
Cabin located on Boat Deck 5, Lower Deck 2, Main Deck 3.
Area : 11 m²
Capacity : 2 people
With 120 sq. ft. (11 sq.m) of interior space and a porthole or a picture window, this exterior cabin offers, either, a king size or two single beds, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.
QUADRUPLE STATEROOM
Cabin located on Lower Deck 2.
Area : 180 sq.ft (17 sq.m)
Capacity : 4 people
The four-passenger staterooms, with approximately 180 sq. ft. (17 sq.m), are equipped with a queen size bed and two single bunk beds. The published rate applies to the first two occupants of the cabin. The third and fourth occupants receive a 25% discount.
SINGLE STATEROOM
Cabin located on Lower Deck 2.
Area : 100 sq.ft (9 sq.m)
Capacity : 1 person
The Single Stateroom has 100 sq. ft. (9 sq.m) of interior space with a porthole, a single bed, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.
DOUBLE STATEROOM WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW
Cabin located on Boat Deck 5.
Area : 120 sq.ft (11 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 adults
With 120 sq. ft. (11 sq.m) of interior space and a picture window with an obstructed view, this exterior cabin offers either, a king size or two single beds, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer.
DELUXE
Cabin located on Pool Deck 7, Sky Deck 9, Sun Deck 8.
Area : 140 sq.ft (13 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 persons
With approximately 140 sq. ft. (13 m²) of interior space and a 45 sq. ft. (4 m²) private balcony, this exterior cabin offers a bedroom with a king size bed or twin beds, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer, refrigerator and safe.
JUNIOR SUITE WITH BALCONY
Cabin located on Pool Deck 7.
With 160 sq. ft. (15 sq.m) of interior space and a balcony of 45 sq. ft. (4 sq.m), this exterior cabin offers a bedroom with a king bed or twin beds, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer, refrigerator and safe.Area : 160 sq.ft (15 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 adults
SUPERIOR DELUXE
Cabin located Sky Deck 9, Sun Deck 8.
Area : 160 sq.ft (15 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 persons
With 160 sq. ft. (15 sq.m) of interior space and a 45 sq. ft. (4 sq.m) private balcony, this exterior cabin offers a bedroom with a king size bed or twin beds, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer, refrigerator and safe.
JUNIOR SUITE WITHOUT BALCONY
Cabin located on Veranda Deck 6.
Area : 200 sq.ft (19 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 persons
With 200 sq. ft. (19 sq.m) of interior space, without balcony but with picture windows, this exterior cabin offers a bedroom with a king bed or twin beds, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer, refrigerator and safe.
PREMIUM SUITE
Cabin located on Pool Deck 7, Veranda Deck 6.
Area : 200 sq.ft (19 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 to 3 adults
With approximately 200 sq. ft. (19 sq.m) of interior space and a 45 sq. ft. (4 sq.m) private balcony, this exterior cabin offers a bedroom with a king size bed or twin beds and a sitting room with a sofa bed, divided by a decorative filigree screen, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer, refrigerator and safe.
ROYAL SUITE
Cabin located on Pool Deck 7, Sun Deck 8, Veranda Deck 6.
Area : 240 sq. ft. (22 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 to 3 adults
ROYAL SUITE WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW
Cabin located on Boat Deck 5.
With 240 sq. ft. (22 sq.m) of interior space and a 100 sq. ft. (9 sq.m) private corner balcony, this exterior cabin offers a bedroom with a king size bed or twin beds and a sitting room with a sofa bed, divided by a decorative filigree screen, a bathroom with shower and hair dryer, refrigerator and safe. In this category, the view of the windows is obstructed.Area : 240 sq. ft. (22 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 to 3 adults
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
Cabin located on Sky Deck 9.
Area : 440 sq.ft (41 sq.m)
Capacity : 2 to 3 adults
Consisting of 3 individual rooms, approximately 440 sq. ft. (41 sq.m) of interior space and a 130 sq. ft. (12 sq.m) private balcony, this exterior cabin offers a separate bedroom with a king size bed, a sitting room with a sofa bed, a lounge with a built-in bar, two bathrooms with shower and hair dryer, a walk-in closet, refrigerator and safe.