Aranui : Our cruise deals 2026 - 2027

Aranui highlights

A trip with the Aranui cruise line to French Polynesia is a guarantee of authenticity aboard their passenger cargo ship. Travelers discover the daily life of these remote islands, delivered in goods by this cargo-mixed vessel. It's an original and exclusive concept, a plunge into the daily life of the locals.

An Aranui cruise guarantees a unique and unforgettable luxury experience, with this company specializing in trips to the Marquesas Islands, Tahiti and French Polynesia for over 35 years. It also offers off-the-beaten-track sites and more classic cruises, such as the Pitcairn Islands, the Cook Islands and the Austral Islands.

With Aranui, passengers benefit from total immersion in the destination. On board, the crew is 100% Polynesian, and lecturers introduce passengers to the region's culture, ancestral traditions, crafts, legends and history, as well as its flora and fauna. There are also performances of traditional dances and songs. And it's also possible to enjoy typical Polynesian tattoos and massages on board.

Aranui offers full board aboard the Aranui 5, and travelers can sample local specialties in the ship's restaurant, which serves fresh produce, Polynesian recipes and international cuisine. Premium excursions are also available (some at extra cost). For example, passengers will have the unique opportunity to swim with stingrays and sharks, take a helicopter flight over Bora Bora or dive in the magnificent waters of Rangiroa.

Rewards

The management of Aranui has received several awards (Ordre National du Mérite, Ordre de Tahiti Nui) for its cruises. These awards have been won for their promotion of the Marquesas Islands, the quality of their cruises and their service. Aranui was also named one of the top 5 expedition cruises in the world by Luxury Travel & Style magazine.

Aranui's social and environmental commitment

Aranui is part of the Green Marine Europe program. Through this program, Aranui is committed to reducing its environmental footprint and pollution. This includes strict waste sorting, LED lighting and ballast water treatment, as well as energy-saving air-conditioning.

The Aranui ship

The Aranui 5 is Aranui's only ship. Commissioned in 2015, this passenger-friendly supply vessel is 126 meters long and 22 meters wide, and sails under the French flag. It can carry 230 passengers, who stay in one of 103 cabins or suites.

For accommodation, the most economical option is a dormitory with 4 to 8 berths. For added comfort, the cabins are nicely decorated, equipped with double or king-size beds, and a bathroom with shower and hairdryer. The surface area ranges from 11 to 14.5 square meters, and for sea views they feature a porthole or a 4-square-meter balcony. The suites are larger and more comfortable, with a surface area of 18 to 22 meters² and a balcony of 4 to 12 meters². For an exclusive and perfect stay, the 41-m² Presidential Suite with a 12-m² balcony is ideal. It comprises three rooms, a lounge, living room, bedroom with king-size bed, dressing room, two bathrooms, refrigerator, bar and safe.

Meals on board the Aranui 5 are served in the ship's only restaurant, in a relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant offers typical Polynesian cuisine, prepared with fresh produce, as well as international dishes. Passengers will also appreciate the swimming pool, library, convivial lounge, quality conferences and 4 bars, one of which has a panoramic view. There's also a typical Polynesian massage and tattoo parlour on board.

Main destinations served by Aranui

Aranui has specialized in trips to the Marquesas Islands for over 35 years. It takes passengers to the most beautiful sites in the North Marquesas (Nuku Hiva, Ua Huka, Ua Pou) and the South Marquesas (Tahuata, Hiva Oa, Fatu Hiva). During their stopovers, travelers will see handicrafts, monuments, archaeological sites, endemic birds, fishing villages...

Aranui also offers cruises averaging 7 to 13 days, departing from Papeete: Tuamotu (Rangiroa, Takapoto), the Society Islands (Bora Bora), Tahiti. Itineraries are also available to the Austral Islands, the Cook Islands and the Pitcairn Islands.