Paul Gauguin Cruises has announced its Moana Explorer Program for 2026 departures, marking its sixth year of partnership with Te Mana O Te Moana.
The Moana Explorer Program is offered to younger guests on 11 summer and holiday voyages aboard the 330-guest m/s Paul Gauguin. The complimentary program is the only one of its kind among luxury lines exploring Tahiti and the islands of French Polynesia.
Partnering once more with Te Mana O Te Moana, a South Pacific marine education and conservation foundation, the enriching program is designed to engage children ages 6-15 with hands-on, interactive activities to showcase the natural wonders and unique cultures of the region.
“It is with great pride to announce we are entering our sixth year of partnership with Te Mana O Te Moana, as our Moana Explorer Program remains exceptionally popular,” said Deb Corbett, Ponant CEO Asia Pacific.
“This partnership ensures that children enjoy some of the most genuinely immersive, fun and educational experiences while discovering French Polynesia on their holiday.”
The Moana Explorer Program activities range from learning about the impacts of water pollution, playing beach ‘Survivor’ games, hiking volcanic mountains to snorkelling 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, the opportunity to explore underwater life, conduct water experiments, create natural jewellery, go on a treasure hunt, learn about Tahitian culture, discover island legends and geology, design their own Polynesian tattoo, and more.
The Moana Explorer Program will be available on the following Paul Gauguin Cruises departures in 2026:
- The 7-night Tahiti & the Society Islands from Papeete, Tahiti Island to Papeete
- The 7-night Pearls of the Society Islands & Tahiti, from Papeete, Tahiti Island to Papeete, Tahiti Island
- The 11-night Society Islands & The Tuamotus, from Papeete, Tahiti Island to Papeete, Tahiti Island
- The 14-night Marquesas, The Tuamotus & Society Islands, from Papeete, Tahiti Island to Papeete, Tahiti Island.
For more information, visit au.ponant.com
