POLYNESIA escape

PAPEETE to RAROTONGA
7 Night CRUISE

Come along on this intimate 7-night voyage through French Polynesia’s Leeward Islands to the beautiful Cook Islands. Share an experience more like a private yacht holiday with friends. Enjoy excellent food with great company and luxurious accommodation. Dine under the stars, paddle board or kayak the lagoons, swim and snorkel in crystal clear warm waters, wander exquisite beaches or simply relax on deck with a cocktail.

Seven nights onboard the ship includes Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.
Beer, wine, spirits, soft drink, juice, bottled water, tea and espresso coffee.
All suites offer private en-suites and individual air-conditioning.
Exclusive shore excursions and visits as detailed in itinerary.
Use of kayaks, paddleboards, tenders, snorkel and fish equipment carried onboard

PRICes 2020

	PACIFIC Suite	HORIZON Suite	CHARTER Ship
Sun 20 Sep 2020	10,950	13,950	204,000

Early Bird Saving 1,000 NZ Dollars Per Person for bookings paid in full prior 30 November 2019

Fares are per person share twin in NZ Dollars including taxes

PRICES 2021

	PACIFIC Suite	HORIZON Suite	CHARTER Ship
Sun 19 Sep 2021	11,950	14,950	221,000

Early Bird Saving 1,000 NZ Dollars Per Person for bookings paid in full prior 30 November 2020

Fares are per person twin share in NZ Dollars including taxes

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Papeete

Boarding starts from 3pm. After the Captain’s welcome, crew introductions and safety briefing we depart around 5pm for the short crossing to the romance island of Moorea. Dinner is served inside the lagoon as the anchor is set for the evening.

Day 2 - Moorea

Wake inside beautiful Cooks Bay with the dramatic mountainous backdrop that Moorea is famous for... paradise. After breakfast the crew host a snorkel safari where you may spot a ray or black tipped reef shark. This afternoon we tender ashore for a guided scenic tour into the hills and rainforest of Moorea. Drinks and canapés are served on deck followed by dinner. We overnight in Moorea at anchor.

Day 3 - Huahine

We start with the sunrise on our cruise day to Huahine. Read that book, visit the bridge or trail a fishing line off the stern. Huahine is known as the garden island of French Polynesia. We plan to be anchored in time for an early afternoon swim and visit ashore. Dinner is served onboard from 7pm. Tonight is a Polynesian dance evening from a local group who visit the ship and perform for us on the aft deck.

Day 4 - Bora Bora

Time for a swim and breakfast before we head to Bora Bora. Lunch will be served once inside the reefs of Taha’a. We cruise the northern shores where many motu’s surround the main island before the towering peaks of beautiful Bora Bora appear in the distance. Once anchored in Bora Bora you can relax on board or join the Captain with a visit to world-famous Bloody Mary’s Bar for a pre- dinner aperitif. Dinner is served on the aft deck within the logoon.

Day 5 - Bora Bora

A shark and ray excursion has been organised this morning or alternatively you can tender ashore to explore alone or simply relax on board. Lunch and water sports activities to Toopu Island are planned this afternoon. Dinner is served inside Bora Bora lagoon with Mount Otemanu set as a backdrop. We sail after dinner for Aitutaki.

Day 6 - At Sea

Wake to the open ocean. The crew engage you in navigation practice and watch- keeping activities along with regular daily activities for this lazy 36 hour passage.

Day 7 - Aitutaki Island

We begin searching the horizon with the sunrise for this low lying coral atoll. The lagoon is stunning and we land in the centre of town. An island tour or a visit to one-foot island is on the agenda. We sail after dinner with a course due south to Rarotonga, 136 miles over the horizon.

Day 8 - Rarotonga

The peaks of Rarotonga are visible from 40 miles away. Come up to the bridge for the sunrise as we plan for the arrival into Rarotonga Harbour. Once alongside and customs cleared we disembark guests in the centre of downtown Rarotonga before noon. We look forward to seeing you onboard again on another of our voyages.

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We had wonderful holiday supported by a great enthusiastic crew.The snorkelling, swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding in such a beautiful pristine part of the world was superb.An honourable mention must be made for the Chef extraordinaire, he was passionate about every one of his creations and he far exceeded all previous chefs you have had on-board.The crew ensured that we had the best anchorage each evening and allowed us to safely discover the unspoilt islands of French Polynesia.Thanks again
Noel and Judith, NSW

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Sadly we are safely home and back at work in a very wet spring. Cathie and I really had a wonderful holiday with you and your team – they were all fabulous and looked after us extremely well. The atmosphere on board was fantastic and we simply had the best holiday we have ever had – we felt as if we had been away ages. It was great to get into the nice small spots and see some wonderful scenery and beaches. Sadly your crew is now all over the globe but should you be talking with any of them please pass on our best wishes and thanks to all of them.

Murray and Cathie. Cambridge, NZ
Once again Island Passage has lived up to its previous amazing cruises, this was number 4 for us!
We had wonderful holiday supported by a great enthusiastic crew.The snorkelling, swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding in such a beautiful pristine part of the world was superb.An honourable mention must be made for the Chef extraordinaire, he was passionate about every one of his creations and he far exceeded all previous chefs you have had on-board.The crew ensured that we had the best anchorage each evening and allowed us to safely discover the unspoilt islands of French Polynesia. Thanks again
Noel and Judith, NSW
Overall the cruise was superb and fully met our expectations, In particular, we would like to express our appreciation to the crew who all contributed so much to making such a successful cruise.They couldn't go out of the way more to assist us and were extremely courteous to us at all times. From the captain, to the chef, the bar staff, the deck crews. They were all excellent! The itinerary was perfect and we have no particular suggestions in this regard. The vessel facilities were very good and, in particular, made for lovely outdoor dining.

Ian and Pam, Sydney, Australia
Just to let you know I had a fabulous time in Tahiti. The crew were a great bunch of young people. The sights and escapades were fantastic. The food and drinks were very good. I was in TiriTiri which was a very nice cabin. I would be very interested in your Bay of Islands cruise for next year.
Annie, Auckland, NZ