Refurbished in 2025
Polynesian culture
Onboard watersports marina
Dining
Every day, the chef curates world-class dishes that combine bold local flavors with classic French culinary traditions.
Every day, the chef curates world-class dishes that combine bold local flavors with classic French culinary traditions.
A typical day
Your sensorial journey aboard the ship
Explore the ship
Take a virtual tour and move about the ship to experience m/s Paul Gauguin before you step on board.
330Maximum guests
165Staterooms and suites
209Crew members
Le Paul Gauguin
Porthole Stateroom
Staterooms and Suites
Elegance and Intimacy

Window or Porthole Stateroom
Guests
2

Window Stateroom E
Guests
2

Lower deck balcony stateroom
Guests
2

Upper decks balcony stateroom
Guests
2

Veranda Stateroom B
Guests
3

Veranda suite and stateroom
Guests
3

Grand Suite
Guests
3

Owner Suite
Guests
3
Everything you need, already included
Paul Gauguin Cruises is proud to offer an extraordinary value in luxury cruising, thanks to our all-inclusive pricing. Spend more time enjoying your cruise vacation and less time worrying about every little detail when it’s all been taken care of—from gourmet dining to onboard gratuities, and so much more.
All shipboard meals, in your choice of venues as well as 24hr room service
Beverages, including select wines and spirits, beers, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages served complementary throughout the ship
All shipboard entertainment, including our troupe of Polynesian performers and live music in the evenings
Onboard gratuities for room stewards, dining and bar staff
Les Gauguins & Les Gauguines
On every voyage of The Gauguin, our own troupe of Tahitian hosts and entertainers bring Polynesia to life through dance, song, cultural demonstrations, and even a special Polynesian blessing ceremony for celebrating couples.
On every voyage of The Gauguin, our own troupe of Tahitian hosts and entertainers bring Polynesia to life through dance, song, cultural demonstrations, and even a special Polynesian blessing ceremony for celebrating couples.
Watersports
The waters of French Polynesia and the South Pacific offer a world of wonders with translucent lagoons, rainbow-colored coral reefs, and a myriad of tropical fish. A highlight of the Paul Gauguin Cruises’ experience is watersports and we offer many opportunities to explore these seas.
We’re the only luxury ship in French Polynesia to offer PADI certification classes for novices.
Take a refreshing dip in the water or grab the drink of the day from the Pool Bar, a good book, and a deck chair, and settle in for a leisurely afternoon.
Our marina platform makes the ship your base for ocean adventure—just step down to sea level and head out by paddleboard or kayak.
Spa & Fitness
Set sail on a musical journey! If you have a passion for classical instrumental music or opera, if you love Celtic melodies or jazz, treat yourself to a different and exclusive experience aboard a Ponant ship. On board or ashore, our guests of honour, including renowned artists, talented musicians and brilliant virtuosos, share their knowledge and their passion in an intimate and accessible manner during concerts or talks.
Paul Gauguin, as if you were there
From sunrise to sunset, sail from island to island and admire the shores of the Pacific region, captured by the ship's webcam.
With a shallow draft, the Paul Gauguin sails closest to the most beautiful lagoons and offers you an optimal view of these enchanting coasts.