The South Pacific puts on quite a show, and the region’s incredible diversity of scenery is front and center on this 11-night journey through the Cook and Society Islands. From the rugged terrain of Rarotonga and coral reef-lined lagoon of Aitutaki to the jaw-dropping beauty of bucket-list mainstays Bora Bora and Moorea, you’ll be hard-pressed to pick your favorite port when exploring aboard The Gauguin.

The November 6, 2027 voyage features a Special Enrichment Guest: The Explorers Club Member and Coral Biologist Dr. Emma Camp, a leading coral biologist, explorer, and ocean advocate focused on how reefs survive extreme conditions. Her work spans remote Pacific reefs, including the Cook Islands and Society Islands—Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Bora Bora, and Moorea—where diverse lagoons and reef systems reveal how temperature, light, and water chemistry shape coral resilience.

Let French Polynesia’s destination expert guide you through an unforgettable exploration of the Tuamotus and Society Islands. Discover the ethereal beauty of the Tuamotu atolls, where crystalline lagoons harbor underwater gardens bursting with marine life. The majestic Society Islands beckon with Huahine’s emerald jungles and Raiatea’s rich spiritual heritage. At the heart of this 11-night voyage lies an indulgent double overnight stay in Bora Bora, where the iconic silhouette of Mount Otemanu stands sentinel over her world-famous lagoon.

The May 29, 2027 voyage features a Special Enrichment Guest: The Explorers Club member and National Geographic photographer, writer, and filmmaker Jad Davenport, who blends adventure, conservation, and storytelling to inspire protection of the planet’s most remote places. Having journeyed through more than 160 countries, his favorite destination remains the legendary South Pacific.