Far Flung French Polynesia and Marquesas Magic

Mar 28, 2027 — Apr 8, 2027

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11 Nights on Star Breeze

Experience the best of French Polynesia's Tuamotus, Marquesas, and Society Islands in a range of remote, romantic, and unspoiled tropical settings. Seek out seabirds and snorkel among harmless black tipped reef sharks in Fakarava's famous blue lagoon, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Learn firsthand about Polynesian life and cultural traditions in the remote village of Omoa on Fatu-Hiva — a settlement recognized as one of the most isolated travel destinations in the world. Take a SUV tour of the remote Taipivai Valley on Nuku Hiva and explore Herman Melville's former refuge and setting for his novel, Typee. Go with the flow as you learn drift snorkeling with Tiputa Pass experts, or float aimlessly above coral formations and colorful fish in Rangiroa's coral garden. Create the perfect romantic moment during an overnight port stay in Bora Bora at an iconic South Pacific beachside resort.

Complimentary Windstar Destination Discovery Event

Complimentary Windstar Destination Discovery Event

Polynesian Feast & Fire

Bora Bora is surrounded by a number of tiny islets called “motu” – small, pristine, secluded paradises that offer privacy, beauty and relaxing ambiance. You will spend the evening on one of these perfect Polynesian oases accompanied only by other Windstar guests. As has long been the tradition in Tahiti, you will be welcomed to the motu with a fragrant flower lei.

In Tahiti, Windstar is proud to offer this complementary Destination Discovery Event: Polynesian Feast & Fire on this and other select voyages. Your private feast on the beach promises to be extraordinary. The menu has been carefully selected by Windstar’s executive chef and is sure to please and tantalize your palate.

When your meal is complete and the stars begin to shine, the highlight of this enchanted evening will begin. Fire dancing has long been deeply embedded in the Polynesian culture as a way to send messages to the gods. Your fire dancing experts will be wearing traditional loincloths and will dazzle you with high-speed acrobatic moves, throwing flames so hot you’ll feel the warmth 10 feet away.

Please note: This Destination Discovery Event: Polynesian Feast & Fire has been scheduled in a way that will allow you to book and experience another shore excursion on the same day and you will not miss anything.

1
MAR 28, 2027
Papeete
EMBARK
1:00 PM
DEPART
5:30 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
2

Relax on sunny beaches, sample Tahitian fare, and take in the effervescent spirit of the city. But whatever you do, save time - and luggage space - for shopping. Black pearls and colorful crafts fill the market and local treasures are so plentiful you'll have trouble making your choices but you won't be bothered with large crowds and big tour groups because French Tahiti is only accessible to small ships like ours.

Papeete: East Coast Highlights

Time
9:01 AM
Duration
3 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
$109

Papeete, Discover the Museum of Tahiti with Miriama Bono

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
2.5 Hours
Activity Level
Easy
Price
$119
2
MAR 29, 2027
AT SEA
3
MAR 30, 2027
Fakarava
ARRIVE
7:00 AM
DEPART
4:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
5

Here is a rare opportunity to experience one of earth's most beautiful - and most rare - places.  Fakarava, a place so stunning, an ecosystem so diverse it has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This diver's paradise welcomes you to a world of magnificent cauliflower coral, sleek grey sharks, and neon schools of tropical fish. This "Island of Dreams" is home to rare species of nesting birds and rare marine life living in tranquil harmony.

Fakarava: Beach Escape

Time
7:30 AM
Duration
3 Hours
Activity Level
Easy
Price
$99

Fakarava: Strolling in Fakarava by Ebike

Time
7:30 AM
Duration
2 Hours
Activity Level
Easy-Moderate
Price
$109

Fakarava: Two Tank Dive

Time
7:30 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Strenuous
Price
$299

Fakarava: Snorkeling at Pufuna

Time
7:30 AM
Duration
1.5 Hours
Activity Level
Strenuous
Price
$229

Fakarava: Blue Lagoon

Time
7:30 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
$199
4
MAR 31, 2027
AT SEA
5
APR 01, 2027
Omoa, Fatu Hiva, Marquesas
ARRIVE
9:30 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Known as the Island of Tapa, a long-forgotten art elsewhere, Fatu Hiva, with its 650 inhabitants, has a remarkable coastline full of rich vegetation. The locals here live mainly on fishing, coprah producing and growing nono, a fruit with medicinal virtues. Meet the local artists and learn about their time-honored traditions 

6
APR 02, 2027
Atuona, Hiva Oa, Marquesas
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
9:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

The final home and resting place of painter Paul Gauguin and singer Jacques Brel, Hiva Oa is watched over by many large stone tiki statues and boasts the tallest peak in the Marquesas, Mount Temetiu at 3,980 feet. Relax on black-sand beaches or try the diving or snorkeling, said to be among the best or find the Tehueto Petroglyphs.

7
APR 03, 2027
Taiohae, Nuku Hiva, Marquesas
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
2:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

The second largest island in French Polynesia, this remote island is full of natural beauty in is deep bays, lush valleys, rocky peaks and narrow cliffside roads where you might come upon wild ponies. Giant banyan trees are found around ancient marae temples and ceremonial stone platforms as well as tiki statues outside huts. Find the 40-foot-tall Tiki Tuhiva sitting atop Mount Muake. Another interest is Tohua Koueva Archaeological Site with detailed restoration of ancient Marquesan life.

Star Breeze

number of decks
6 Decks
yacht length
522 ft (159 meters)
yacht crew size
200 Crew Members
yacht guest capacity
312 Guests

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Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Room Size 277 sq ft
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Room Size 277 sq ft
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Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

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Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities
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