NEW YORK, NY – July 16, 2024 – Paul Gauguin Cruises (www.pgcruises.com) announces the 2026 voyages for its Moana Explorer Program offered to younger guests on 11 summer and holiday voyages aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. The complimentary program is the only one of its kind among luxury lines exploring Tahiti. Marking the line’s sixth year of partnership with Te mana o te moana, a South Pacific marine education and conservation foundation, the enriching program is designed to engage children ages six to 15 with hands-on, interactive activities showcasing the natural wonders and unique cultures of the region.
Moana Explorer Program activities range from learning about the impacts of water pollution, playing beach “Survivor” games, and hiking volcanic mountains to snorkeling in pristine lagoons along with the naturalists. The program is notable for going far beyond the formulaic structure of traditional children’s programs. Depending on the itinerary, they might explore underwater life, conduct water experiments, create natural jewelry, go on a treasure hunt, learn about Tahitian culture, discover island legends and geology, design their own Polynesian tattoo, and more.
“In partnership with Te mana o te moana, our Moana Explorer Program continues to be incredibly popular and we are thrilled to offer our young guests activities led by local naturalists that are both educational and fun,” said Susan Robison, General Manager, Sales and Marketing, for Paul Gauguin Cruises. “The result is one of the most deeply authentic experiences children can experience when exploring French Polynesia with Paul Gauguin Cruises.”
“It has been a privilege to partner with Paul Gauguin Cruises to help inspire the visions and interests of our youngest global citizens,” said Hélène Duran, General Manager at Te mana o te moana. “As our relationship blossoms into its sixth year, we look forward to continuing to share the unique culture, wildlife, and wilderness of French Polynesia with the kids both on board and ashore.”
The Moana Explorer Program is available on the following summer and holiday voyages in 2026:
- 7-Night Tahiti & the Society Islands
Features overnights in Bora Bora, Moorea and Tahiti.
• June 6, 2026
• July 4, 2026
• August 8, 2026
- 7-Night More Society Islands & Tahiti
A return to sacred Raiatea and an overnight in Bora Bora and Tahiti.
• June 13, 2026
• July 11, 2026
• August 29, 2026
- 11-Night Society Islands & Tuamotus
Highlights include Fakarava’s UNESCO Marine Biosphere Reserve; and Huahine’s rain forested jungle.
• July 18, 2026
- 10-Night More Tuamotus & Society Islands
Exploring lagoons in Fakara and Rangiroa; overnights in Bora Bora and Moorea.
• July 29, 2026
- 14-Night Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands
Jungle-clad, archaeologically-rich Marquesan isles; lagoons of Fakarava and Bora Bora.
• June 20, 2026
• August 15, 2026
• December 19, 2026
The Moana Explorer Program is also available on six voyages in 2024 and 12 voyages in 2025. There is no fee for the program as it is included as part of the line’s all-inclusive cruise fares. Plus, kids 17 years and younger sail for free when traveling in the same suite or stateroom as their parents (fares from $5,140*, Category E), enhancing the value of family travel with Paul Gauguin Cruises. For details on the Moana Explorer Program, visit our website. For more information about Paul Gauguin Cruises, please contact a Travel Advisor, call 800-848-6172, or visit www.pgcruises.com.
*Prices are per person USD, double occupancy.
About Paul Gauguin Cruises
Paul Gauguin Cruises operates the 330-guest m/s Paul Gauguin, providing a luxury cruise experience tailored to the unparalleled wonders of French Polynesia and the South Pacific. Paul Gauguin Cruises has been recognized by notable publications in travel and lifestyle including the “World’s Best Small-Ship Ocean Cruise Line” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2022; one of the “Top 2 Small Cruise Lines” in the Condé Nast Traveler 2023, 2022, and 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. The line was also recognized for the 4th time for having the “Best French Polynesia Cruises” in the AFAR Travelers’ Choice Awards. In September 2019, Paul Gauguin Cruises joined PONANT’s family, a designer of inspiring voyages on board small exploration ships.
About Te mana o te moana
Te mana o te moana is a nonprofit organization recognized of General Interest, member of the IUCN and Mission Blue, whose mission is to act for the protection of the Polynesian marine environment and more specifically sea turtles through actions of discovery, education, and protection. Since 2004, Te mana o te moana has welcomed and cared for more than 660 sea turtles at the Tahiti Sea Turtle Care Center and has educated more than 140,000 children on environmental issues. On Tetiaroa atoll, the nonprofit organization’s teams have observed and protected thousands of green sea turtle hatchlings and collected crucial data on the impact of climate change and predation on Tetiaroa green sea turtle nesting sites. Learn more about Te mana o te moana at the organization’s website or follow them on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.