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10 Night Ancient Polynesia Tuamotu and Marquesas Islands

From Papeete to Papeete

National Geographic Orion

Lindblad Expeditions
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 4229680
  • Departs: Sat, Feb 8, 2025
  • Returns: Tue, Feb 18, 2025
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    Outside $12,240
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    Suite $17,670
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Feb 8, 2025
    Day
    1
    Papeete, French Polynesia
    • Papeete, French Polynesia
    Arrive in Papeete and transfer directly to National Geographic Orion for embarkation. While in port this morning, take some time to freshen up and settle into your cabin as we prepare to depart. Alternatively, choose to walk around downtown Papeete and visit the central market where vendors sell fresh fruit, pareos, artwork, and coveted black pearls. Join a lunch aboard and be on deck as we set sail from Tahiti toward the Tuamotu Archipelago. This afternoon, meet the staff and fellow travelers and settle into island time. ...
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    Sunday - Feb 9, 2025
    Day
    2
    Rangiroa, French Polynesia
    • Rangiroa, French Polynesia
    Today and tomorrow, we visit the Tuamotu Archipelago. The atoll of Rangiroa is a ring of slender islands known for some of the best diving and snorkeling in French Polynesia. The turquoise lagoon at its center is the second largest in the world. Kayak, snorkel, and scuba dive in the rich waters here, home to large schools of pelagic fish, manta rays, dolphins, and sea turtles. ...
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    Monday - Feb 10, 2025
    Day
    3
    • Takaroa, French Polynesia
    Today, we visit Takaroa Atoll, a remote island nearly 350 miles from Tahiti. Here we can explore the main village and snorkel or dive stunning healthy reefs, kayak and stand-up paddleboard in its turquoise lagoons, and walk pristine beaches beneath coconut palms.
    Tuesday - Feb 11, 2025
    Day
    4
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    We will spend the day at sea relaxing en route to the Marquesas. Enjoy talks by the expedition staff; a large open foredeck with room to move about, dine, and view wildlife up-close from outside vantage points; the Observation Lounge, providing panoramic vistas of the scenery; and the fitness center, spa, and sauna, staffed by wellness specialists. ...
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    Wednesday - Feb 12, 2025
    Day
    5
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Thursday - Feb 13, 2025
    Day
    6
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Friday - Feb 14, 2025
    Day
    7
    At Sea
    • At Sea
    Saturday - Feb 15, 2025
    Day
    8
    • Tahuata, French Polynesia
    Sunday - Feb 16, 2025
    Day
    9
    Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia
    • Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia
    • Ua Huka, French Polynesia
    • Fatu Hiva, French Polynesia
    We will spend the next four days exploring the Marquesan islands of Tahuata, Nuku Hiva, Ua Huka, and Fatu Hiva. Accompanied by the team of knowledgeable local guides, we'll visit remote island villages to learn about religious rites, see ancient petroglyphs, witness spectacular dance performances at a Marquesan marae, sample local foods in the villages, and peruse unique arts and crafts. Choose to attend a local church service with stunningly beautiful music or hike up a valley with naturalists and local guides in search of rare birds and spectacular views. Marvel at the rugged silhouettes of these legendary islands from Zodiacs and kayaks or dive below the surface to see the colorful and spectacular undersea world. ...
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    Monday - Feb 17, 2025
    Day
    10
    • Puamau, French Polynesia
    Tuesday - Feb 18, 2025
    Day
    11
    Atuona, French Polynesia
    • Atuona, French Polynesia
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 11 - Tuesday - Feb 18, 2025
    Day
    11
    • Air Travel
    • Papeete, French Polynesia
    This morning, we let nature guide us as we set out exploring one of the Marquesas' remote, uninhabited islands. In the afternoon we arrive at Hiva Oa, where we'll visit the village of Puamau to explore a well-maintained Marquesan sacred site, Me'ae Iipona. Accompanied by our team and knowledgeable local guides, we'll learn about religious rites and photograph one of the largest, most arresting ancient tikis in Polynesia. On our last morning, we'll visit the village of Atuona before disembarking the ship and flying by either charter aircraft or commercial flight back to Papeete. In the evening, transfer to the airport for flights home. ...
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