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Papeete, Tahiti

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Port Autonome de Papeete

About Papeete, Tahiti

The Port Autonome de Papeete is the main point of welcome for cruise activity in French Polynesia and has recently added facilities dedicated to cruise passengers, alongside the ferry terminal for Moorea. Evrima of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection sails seven-night voyages round trip from Papeete in winter 2026/27.

Why it's on our list

  • Start of the Society Islands voyages
  • Ferries to Moorea from the gare maritime
  • Musée de Tahiti et des Îles nearby
  • Faa’a International Airport for fly-cruises

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Papeete, Tahiti before you go.

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