For over 30 years one of the most unique ways to experience the islands of Tahiti and beyond has been a cruise aboard the ‘half cargo / half passenger’ ships operated by Aranui Cruises. They have been taking avid adventurers on one of the most fascinating voyages anywhere on the planet and Aranui 5, the crown jewel in their pursuit of the ultimate passenger-freighter, will take you to far-flung corners of French Polynesia. Along the way, the ship will stop to resupply tiny communities living far from civilisation with everyday items such as new refrigerators, televisions and motor vehicles.
With Aranui 5’s 2024 cruise calendar already filling quickly, now is the best time for you to book your 2025 French Polynesian cruise. And, in excellent news for travellers, there’s a 10% Earlybird Saving off the base cruise fare when you book and deposit your 2025 Aranui 5 cruise with Expedition Cruise Specialists before 29 February 2024. That’s a saving of up to $2,986 per couple on the classic 12-day Marquesas Islands cruise.
Throughout your Aranui 5 cruise, all your meals and scheduled excursions are included as you discover the magic that attracted Paul Gauguin, Robert Louis Stevenson, Thor Heyerdahl and Jacques Brel to this remote region. The ship’s gracious Polynesian staff and crew, many of whom are from the islands you will visit during the cruise, will welcome you as family and delight in introducing you to their centuries-old customs. Onboard, you will also enjoy getting to know knowledgeable lecturers and guides as they share the French Polynesian culture with you as you explore these captivating islands.
Check out Aranui 5’s 2025 schedule below. There’s a series of the ever-popular 12-day Marquesas Islands cruises on offer, plus three Discovery Cruises to the rarely-visited Austral Islands.
Aranui 5’s 2025 Cruise Schedule
All cruises depart from and return to Papeete.
See the Marquesas Islands Itinerary
See the Austral Islands Itinerary
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 22 February 2025
Arrives: 05 March 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 08 March 2025
Arrives: 19 March 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 22 March 2025
Arrives: 02 April 2025
13 Day Austral Islands Discovery Cruise
Departs: 05 April 2025
Arrives: 17 April 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 19 April 2025
Arrives: 30 April 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 03 May 2025
Arrives: 14 May 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 17 May 2025
Arrives: 28 May 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 31 May 2025
Arrives: 11 June 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 14 June 2025
Arrives: 25 June 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 28 June 2025
Arrives: 09 July 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 12 July 2025
Arrives: 23 July 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 26 July 2025
Arrives: 06 August 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 09 August 2025
Arrives: 20 August 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 23 August 2025
Arrives: 03 September 2025
13 Day Austral Islands Discovery Cruise
Departs: 06 September 2025
Arrives: 18 September 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 20 September 2025
Arrives: 01 October 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 04 October 2025
Arrives: 15 October 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 18 October 2025
Arrives: 29 October 2025
13 Day Austral Islands Discovery Cruise
Departs: 01 November 2025
Arrives: 13 November 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 15 November 2025
Arrives: 26 November 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands
Departs: 29 November 2025
Arrives: 10 December 2025
12 Day Marquesas Islands – Marquesas Arts Festival
Departs: 15 December 2025
Arrives: 26 December 2025
2025 Earlybird Fares for the 12-day Marquesas Islands Cruise
All prices are in Australian Dollars, and are per person, twin share, unless otherwise stated. These Earlybird Fares are valid for new bookings only on 2025 cruises made no later than 29 February 2024.
Click here to see Aranui 5's cabin types
Class ‘C’ Dorm - $4,630.00
ideal for groups of 4/8 or single travellers seeking a budget option
Single Stateroom - $10,160.00
For single travellers seeking their own cabin
Stateroom - $7,419.00
Deluxe - $9,114.00
Superior Deluxe - $9,823.00
Junior Suite - $9,974.00
Premium Suite - $10,182.00
Royal Suite - $11,106.00
Presidential Suite - $13,996.00
2025 Earlybird Fares for the 13-day Austral Islands Discovery Cruise
All prices are in Australian Dollars, and are per person, twin share, unless otherwise stated. These Earlybird Fares are valid for new bookings only on 2025 cruises made no later than 29 February 2024.
Class ‘C’ Dorm - $4,625.00
ideal for groups of 4/8 or single travellers seeking a budget option
Single Stateroom - $10,150.00
For single travellers seeking their own cabin
Stateroom - $7,412.00
Deluxe - $8,796.00
Superior Deluxe - $9,479.00
Junior Suite - $9,695.00
Premium Suite - $10,084.00
Royal Suite - $10,997.00
Presidential Suite - $13,858.00
To book your 2025 Aranui Cruises French Polynesia cruise call the expert team at Expedition Cruise Specialists today on 1800 90 20 80 or email [email protected]
Read the Review: Marilyn & Bob have just returned from their 12-day Marquesas Islands cruise aboard Aranui 5, read their review.
