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Aranui 5

Aranui 5

  • 12 Days, 11 Nights
  • The Marquesas and The Tuamotu & Bora Bora

The Aranui 5 is the only ship to take you to the heart of the mysterious Islands of the Marquesas to discover all the hidden secrets of this archipelago. 

Live a unique and authentic experience in a friendly atmosphere among a Polynesian staff & crew alongside immersive excursions! 

The Aranui 5 is both a cruise ship and a cargo ship. Inaugurated in 2015, the Aranui 5 sails from Tahiti to the Marquesas, passing through the Society Islands and the Atolls of the Tuamotu archipelago. With a length of 126 meters and 103 cabins, the Aranui 5 can carry up to 254 passengers for an all-inclusive cruise – with meals, drinks and excursions included. 

The interior is well decorated in the colors of Polynesian islands and all services offer the comfort of a Prestigious hotel.

Choosing the Aranui 5 means embarking on a one-of-a-kind journey! Join the themed evenings or take part in workshops and activities provided by crew members. Dedicated and passionate – they will teach you how to tie a pareo, make straw hats or dance the “tamure”.

Before each shore excursion, documentary screenings and lectures on Polynesian history, art & culture are held. 

During some stop-overs, locals of the archipelago will welcomed you with a traditional dance or singing show.

The Cabins

Presidential Suite (1)

Available on Sky Bar Deck
  • Exterior Cabin (41 m²) with glass sliding doors
  • Private outdoor balcony (12 m²)
  • Living room ; Day room
  • Mini-bar ; Refrigerator
  • Bedroom ; Wardrobe
  • 2 bathrooms with a shower
  • Make up table ; Hair dryer
  • Desk ; 2 flat screen TV
  • 1 double bed (180×200) or 2 twin beds (90×200) ; Sofa bed
  • Capacity of 2 or 3 adults.
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Royal Suite (8)

Available on Sun Deck, Pool Deck, Veranda Deck and Boat Deck.
  • Exterior cabin (22 m²) with private outdoor balcony (12 m²) ; Glass sliding doors
  • Bedroom ; Semi-private living room with 2 decorative screens
  • 1 bath with a shower ; Wardrobe
  • Make up table ; Hair dryer
  • 1 flat screen TV
  • 1 double bed (180×200) or 2 twin beds (90×200) ; Sofa bed
  • Safe
  • Refrigerator
  • Capacity of 2 or 3 adults.
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Premium Suite (20)

Available on Pool Deck, Veranda Deck
  • Exterior Cabin (18 m²) with private outdoor balcony (4 m²)
  • Glass sliding doors ; semi private day room with decorative screen
  • 1 bath with a shower
  • Make up table ; Hair dryer
  • Desk ; Safe
  • Wardrobe
  • 1 flat screen TV
  • 1 double bed (180×200) or 2 twin beds (90×200) ; Sofa bed
  • Refrigerator
  • Capacity of 2 or 3 adults.
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Superior Deluxe Cabin (25)

Available on Sky Bar Deck, Sun Deck, Upper Deck, Main Deck.
  • Exterior Cabin (14,5 m²) with private balcony (4 m²)
  • 1 bath with a shower
  • Make up table ; Hair dryer
  • Desk ; Safe
  • Wardrobe
  • 1 flat screen TV
  • 1 double bed (180×200) or 2 twin beds (90×200)
  • Refrigerator
  • Capacity of 2 adults
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Deluxe Cabin (7)

Available on Sky Bar Deck, Sun Deck, Pool Deck
  • Exterior cabin (13 m²) with private balcony (4 m²)
  • 1 bath with a shower
  • Make up table ; Hair dryer
  • Desk ; Safe
  • Wardrobe
  • 1 flat screen TV
  • 1 double bed (180×200) or 2 twin beds (90×200)
  • Refrigerator
  • Capacity of 2 adults
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Stateroom (34) / Connecting Stateroom (6)

Available on Boat Deck, Main Deck, Deck 2
  • Exterior cabin (11 m²) with porthole
  • 1 bath with a shower
  • 1 double bed (180×200) or 2 twin beds (90×200)
  • Desk ; Safe
  • 1 flat screen TV
  • Capacity of 2 adults
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Services

1 Dining room / 2 spacious lounges & 2 conference rooms / 4 bars including 1 panoramic bar (Skybar) / 1 fitness room / 1 outside swimming pool / 1 shop / 1 massage room / 2 lifts

Ship Particulars

Length: 126 m / Breadth: 22 m / Draught: 5,20 m / Dead weight: 3 200 tons / Cruising speed: 15 knots / Propellers: 2 / Capacity: 254 passengers / 103 cabins / 8 Decks

Our Preferred Itinerary
Discover the Marquesas

Day 1Departure from Tahiti

Boarding at Papeete dock from noon and departing at 4 PM and sail to the Tuamotu archipelago.

Day 2Fakarava or Kauehi (Tuamotu)

Arrival at the dock of the main village of Rotoava at 8:00 am. Visit Fakarava, one of the most beautiful and largest atolls (ring-shaped coral reef) of the Tuamotu Archipelago.

Kauehi, 40 km north-east of Fakarava, will seduce you by its authenticity as well as by the surrealist hues of its lagoon, which you can enjoy as if you were alone in the world!

Daytime program: Beach, swimming, diving and snorkeling on coral reefs and discovery of local crafts.

Day 3At Sea

Let’s carry on with our journey to the mythical Marquesas Archipelago! On this occasion, relax on one of the ship’s decks to let yourself be lulled by the sea waves of the Pacific Ocean on a Polynesian voyage under the sun!

Day 4Nuku Hiva (Taiohae – Hatieu – Taipivai)

Arrival in Nuku Hiva into Taiohae’s spectacular Bay. Nuku Hiva is the largest island of the Marquesas and the second largest of French Polynesia after Tahiti.

Disembarkation at 08:00 am at the Taiohae wharf.

Daytime program : Walk along the beach to the village ; visit the craft center and the Cathedral ; depart to Hatiheu for a visit to the “Mea’e Kamuihei” site – famous for its giant banyans and petroglyphs. Along the way, scheduled halts are planned to enjoy the panorama offered by the Taipivai Valley.
At noon, lunch at Yvonne’s : Opening of the traditional earth oven (“Umu”) ; Marquesan meals served with some live music entertainment in a local atmosphere!

Afterwards, visit the small museum which gathers copies of the petroglyphs still present in the unexplored valley, then return to the Village of Taiohae.

Day 5Ua Pou (Hakahau)

Arrival in Ua Pou, at the Village of Hakahau.

Daytime program : Visit of the town hall – which includes antiques and former dance costumes used for the Festival of Arts ; tasting of local products at the Artisanal and Cultural Center followed by a performance of Marquesan dances and songs ; Marquesan lunch at “Tata Rosalie’s”. Return on board after lunch or enjoy free time in the village.

In the late afternoon, the ship goes to Vaiehu Bay and will stay at anchor for the “Plancha Evening” around the pool, followed by the “Beach Evening” (dance evening)

Day 6Ua Huka (Vaipaee – Hane – Hokatu)

Mooring in Vaipaee Bay early in the morning – the cargo ship rotates on itself in the narrow Bay, an impressive manoeuvre that you absolutely need to see!

Daytime program : Visit the three inhabited valleys of Ua Huka ; stop at the arboretum to admire the unique variety of species and the large citrus farm ; visit the local museum and its unique collection of Marquesan Arts and Crafts, located on the “TE TUMU” site where the Marquesas Festival took place.

Head to Hane and Hokatu and their well-stocked craft markets specializing in carved wood. Lunch at the restaurant “Chez Fournier” in Hane then back on Vaipaee.

Day 7Tahuata (Vaitahu) / Hiva Oa (Atuona)

Morning arrival in on the island of Tahuata and visit the village of Vaitahu and discover local crafts including bone carving.

In the afternoon departure to Atuona, main village of Hiva Oa and the second largest in the Marquesas. Visit the communal cemetery and discover the graves of Paul Gauguin and Jacques Brel as well as their museums.

Day 8Fatu Hiva / (Omoa – Hanavave)

This place remains the only one in the Marquesas where the inhabitants still make the traditional “tapa”, made from bark.

At the artisanal market, you will find out how “the tapa” is being made alongside the fragrant bouquet of flowers “Umu Hei”. You will also meet craftsmen selling painted tapas, wood carvings and colorful pareos.

Near the market is the Grelet family museum, dedicated to art works and Marquesan handicrafts (with a supplement). Optional : A ten-mile hike to Hanavave Bay. The other passengers can enjoy free time in the village and join Hanavave with the ship later in the day.

An artisanal market welcomes you in Hanavave with wood carvings. The women of the village will welcome you with homemade cakes and show how their traditional oil of the Marquesas is made – the “monoi”. Musical entertainment and the opportunity to learn how to make flower leis.

Back on board, Happy Hour at sunset in the beautiful Bay of Virgins followed by the Polynesian evening with a hearty buffet then go for a dance around the pool.

Day 9At Sea

Free day at sea to enjoy the facilities of the ship while slowly returning to the Tuamotu archipelago for a final moment in the heart of Polynesian waters.

Jour 10Rangiroa or Makatea

Swimming or relaxation on the beach and visit of a pearl farm in Rangiroa.

Makatea, 210 km northeast of Tahiti, is an elevated atoll, like a fortress standing on the ocean with its 70 m high cliffs.

At the end of the day, depart for Bora Bora.

Day 11Bora Bora

The ship docks in the mythical lagoon of Bora Bora near the Village of Vaitape. It is possible to disembark on the private beach of Motu Tapu for swimming and for lunch.

Many optional excursions are available (with a supplement): Tour of the lagoon in canoe, swimming with rays and sharks, Island tour by truck, diving sessions, helicopter ride, jet-ski ride, quad bike, 4X4 safari …

Day 12Arrival In Papeete / Tahiti

Arrival in Tahiti and disembarking from 7 AM.

The itinerary is subject to change due to technical constraints or weather conditions and freight requirements.

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