COMPAGNIE POLYNESIENNE DE TRANSPORT MARITIME
South Pacific
ARANUI 3
Passenger Capacity: 207
Staff and Crew: Polynesian
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- Itinerary: Aranui goes to the Marquesas and French Polynesia with
departures from Papeete. Stops include Takapoto, Ua Pou, Nuku
Hiva, Hiva Oa, Fatu Hiva, Rangiroa.
Cabins: A wide range of cabins from dormitory style and upper/lowers to
deluxe cabins with queen-sized bed and private bath with
tub.
Dining: Meals are served in an informal, family style. Depending
on the number of passengers, there may be one or two seatings. Wine is often included with dinner. Special diets can be
accommodated with notice at booking.
Facilities and Activities:
This is a working freighter and makes stops to unload
passengers and cargo. Nobody takes this voyage for glamour or glitz. You
watch the crew sling sacks of copra by
day and strum ukuleles by night, or you can learn the Tahitian three-step in
the Aranui's bar. Time in port varies from a few hours to two days. You can
wander the shores and villages at the port stops.
Recent Fares Reported to Us: $1,980 to $3,995 for a
16 day journey plus port tax of $75. Children 3-15 sharing cabin with adults
are $820. Single occupancy add 50%.
For current fares and itineraries of this South Seas freighter, click on this
direct link
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