What to expect on your French Polynesia Sailing Charter
Itinerary
Itinerary:
1) Board your boat at 5pm on Saturday! This is an exciting day, we go buy all the provisions and drinks for the week ahead and then get to sleep aboard!
2) Sail Raiatea to Taha'a for some epic snorkeling through the coral gardens, and a tour of the rum distillery or vanilla plantation.
3) Sail Taha'a to Bora Bora, then go for a nice swim in the crystal clear water of the lagoon.
4) Spend the day in the Bora Bora lagoon. (We are in Bora Bora for 2/3 nights)
5) This is the day to book a whale watch or go to shore to rent a moped to take around the island! (Dinner at Bora Bora Yacht Club or a motu restaurant)
6) Snorkel the Bora Bora Coral gardens and attempt to swim with sting rays and sharks!
7) Sail from Bora Bora to Raiatea Lagoon. Here we can visit a pearl farm, go ashore for dinner and a show, or enjoy the last evening on the boat.
What's Included
- 7 days/6 nights on fully equipped catamaran
- Experienced skipper
- Safety equipment & navigation
- Linens, towels, final cleaning
- Tender/dinghy with motor
- SUP and snorkeling gear
- Welcome Hinano beer & local rum
- Daily breakfast provisions
- Fuel for sailing
Not Included
- Flights to/from Raiatea (via Tahiti)
- Provisions ($100-$300 per person)
- Extra drinks & activities
- Travel insurance
Charter Options
Private Charter - $15,000/week Groups of 4-8. Customize itinerary.
Shared Charter - $5,000/cabin
Why Sail With Us?
Hands-On Experience - Take the helm, raise sails, learn to sail. No experience needed.
Small Groups - Max 8 guests for intimate adventures.
Authentic Polynesia - Remote motus, local culture, genuine island hospitality.
Flexible Routes - Weather and your interests guide us.
Expert Captain - Mitchell is well versed in navigating the lagoons of French Polynesia! He has sailed through Society Islands, Tuomotus and Marquesas and is eager to share his experience!
What to Pack
Soft luggage, swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, water shoes, light layers, rain jacket, underwater camera, water bottle, insect repellent.
Related Destinations: Caribbean • Greece • Croatia • Mediterranean
Browse Instagram for photos from previous Polynesian voyages.
Important Notes:
- French Polynesia uses XPF (Pacific Franc). 1 USD ≈ 100 XPF
- Raiatea accessed via Tahiti (PPT), then short domestic flight
- Most remote and pristine sailing destination we offer
- Due to the shallow navigation, all French Polynesia trips are hosted on catamarans.
