m/s Paul Gauguin
Where is m/s Paul Gauguin today?
In Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Departs 6:00 PM local time, on day 6 of a 7-night Tahiti & South Pacific Islands cruise from Papeete (Nov 7 to 14).
Next: Moorea, French Polynesia and Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia, tomorrow · then port not listed, Sat Nov 14.
Scheduled position from Paul Gauguin Cruises' published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Sat Nov 14: 7 nights from $4,860
Upcoming m/s Paul Gauguin cruises from $4,860 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓
Current cruise, day by day
7-night Tahiti & South Pacific Islands cruise from Papeete
Nov 7 to 14, 2026 · 5 ports of call.
Where m/s Paul Gauguin sails, month by month
m/s Paul Gauguin sails from Papeete on 7-, 10- and 14-night Tahiti & South Pacific Islands cruises, with departures listed in December 2026. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Bora Bora (6 calls), Moorea (5) and Fakarava (3).
- Dec 2026Papeete · sold out
- Jan 2027No sailings listed
- Feb 2027No sailings listed
- Mar 2027No sailings listed
- Apr 2027No sailings listed
- May 2027No sailings listed
- Jun 2027No sailings listed
- Jul 2027No sailings listed
- Aug 2027No sailings listed
- Sep 2027No sailings listed
- Oct 2027No sailings listed
- Nov 2027No sailings listed
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). Paul Gauguin Cruises may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's m/s Paul Gauguin sailings with prices.
m/s Paul Gauguin at a glance
m/s Paul Gauguin is a Paul Gauguin Cruises cruise ship. It entered service in 1997 (29 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2025. It carries 332 passengers and 215 crew, about 1.5 passengers per crew member. At 19,170 gross tons and 153 m (502 ft) long, it is a small ship with 7 decks and 160 cabins. It was built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique and sails under the flag of France.
The m/s Paul Gauguin is an intimate cruise ship operated by Paul Gauguin Cruises, carrying just 332 passengers and 215 crew members across 7 decks. Built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique, this smaller vessel is designed for exploring destinations that larger ships cannot access, making it well suited for voyages to French Polynesia and other remote regions.
The favorable crew-to-passenger ratio and compact size create a more personalized cruising experience, allowing the ship to visit smaller ports and provide closer interaction between guests and staff.
With its manageable scale, the Paul Gauguin appeals to travelers seeking a more intimate alternative to mainstream cruise ships.
m/s Paul Gauguin specs
- Built
- 1997
- Refurbished
- 2025
- Gross Tonnage
- 19,170 GT
- Length
- 153 m
- Passengers
- 332
- Cabins
- 160
- Crew
- 215
- Decks
- 7
- Builder
- Chantiers de l'Atlantique
- Flag
- France
- Age
- 29 years old
- Size
- Small ship
- Space Ratio
- 57.7 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 1.5:1
- Typical Cruise
- 10 nights
- Primary Region
- Tahiti & South Pacific Islands
- Next Sailing
- Nov 14, 2026
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
🛶 Expedition & Watersports
m/s Paul Gauguin FAQ
Where is m/s Paul Gauguin right now?
According to Paul Gauguin Cruises' published itinerary, m/s Paul Gauguin is scheduled to be in Bora Bora, French Polynesia today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), departing 6:00 PM, on day 6 of a 7-night Tahiti & South Pacific Islands cruise from Papeete. Tomorrow it calls at Moorea, French Polynesia and Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does m/s Paul Gauguin sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, m/s Paul Gauguin sails from Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia on 7-, 10- and 14-night Tahiti & South Pacific Islands cruises, with departures listed in December 2026.
What ports does m/s Paul Gauguin visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, m/s Paul Gauguin calls most often at Bora Bora, French Polynesia (6 calls), Moorea, French Polynesia (5), Fakarava, French Polynesia (3), Huahine, French Polynesia (3) and Tahaa Island, French Polynesia (3), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 12 ports in all.
How many passengers does m/s Paul Gauguin carry?
m/s Paul Gauguin carries 332 passengers in 160 cabins. It has 215 crew, about 1.5 passengers per crew member.
When was m/s Paul Gauguin built and how old is it?
m/s Paul Gauguin entered service in 1997, so it is 29 years old. It was last refurbished in 2025.
How big is m/s Paul Gauguin?
m/s Paul Gauguin is 19,170 gross tons and 153 m (502 ft) long, with 7 decks. That makes it a small ship.
How many crew work on m/s Paul Gauguin?
m/s Paul Gauguin has 215 crew.
Which cruise line operates m/s Paul Gauguin?
m/s Paul Gauguin is operated by Paul Gauguin Cruises.
Where was m/s Paul Gauguin built?
m/s Paul Gauguin was built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique.
How much does a cruise on m/s Paul Gauguin cost?
The cheapest upcoming m/s Paul Gauguin cruise we track starts from $4,860. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.
m/s Paul Gauguin prices
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