By Cruise Ship

Charter cruises are a unique and luxurious way to see Tahiti and French Polynesia. Most companies offer a variety of cruises, from one-day excursions to seven-day odysseys. Traveling by yacht isn't cheap, but if you want to see a variety of remote islands, and engage in water sports like diving and snorkeling, then cruising can be the best value for your money. There are a large number of French Polynesia–based charter companies to choose from, including Tahiti Yacht Charter, which offers a variety of cruise options, from a seven-day cruise for two with your own skipper/cook, to creating your own itinerary. Archipels Croisieres spend three to seven days cruising French Polynesia on an eight-passenger catamaran. Moorings Signature Vacations seven-day cruises on crewed yachts explore Tahiti and the surrounding islands. Princess Cruises offers a 10-day cruise throughout French Polynesia.

Cruise Line Contacts

Tahiti Yacht Charter. 45–04–00; 800/404–1010 in U.S. www.tahitiyachtcharter.com.

Archipels Croisieres. 56–36–39. www.archipels.com.

Moorings Signature Vacations. 888/952–8420 in U.S. www.mooringssignature.com.

Princess Cruises. 800/774–6237 in U.S. www.princess.com.