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Explore

French Polynesia’s enchanting

Marquesas Islands

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The beautiful Marquesas have been part of my family for 60 years and I’d like to invite you and your family to travel with us aboard our ship, the Aranui 3. The journey has proven to be one of the most fascinating voyages anywhere on the planet, a chance for you to visit these remote islands rich in culture, history and scenic beauty as we go about our task of resupplying these tiny communities so far from civilisation. For two full weeks, our modern and comfortable vessel will be your home away from home and you can enjoy the amenities and facilities we have provided to make Aranui 3 as enjoyable and enriching as any similar cruise ship currently available. There’s a freshwater swimming pool, gym, library and impromptu entertainment. I’m also immensely proud of our gracious and hospitable staff, many of whom have been with us for years. They will delight in introducing you to our Polynesian paradise and the centuries-old customs and way-of-life that so enthralled early explorers like James Cook. You’ve probably also heard tales about other famous artists and writers like Paul Gauguin, Robert Louis Stevenson, Herman Melville and Jacques Brel who fell under the charm of these islands and chose to live out their days in blissful isolation. Our skilful, multilingual lecturers and guides will be on hand at all times to answer your questions as you explore and discover these islands. Please join us for an unforgettable adventure aboard Aranui 3 in French Polynesia.

JULES WONG Chairman

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Staggering

scenery

Fashioned from the Earth’s own fiery ingredients

Ever since the Marquesas were first discovered by European explorers, artists, travellers and dreamers, they have shared the sense of beauty and wonder that is fundamental to this rugged volcanic archipelago forged from the furnace within our Earth. Thrust up from the floor of the Pacific islands millions of years ago, the Polynesian people have made it their home for over 2000

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years developing and nurturing their ancient customs, energetic and enthusiastic dancing and exquisite arts, crafts and tattoos.

for you to share at each onboard

Aranui 3 carries just 200 passengers, ensuring a personalised and intimate experience for all. Dine on expertly prepared fresh local produce; fish, meat and seafood as part of your relaxing journey. We provide a complimentary bottle of wine

and guitars for an evening of

meal with your new friends. After dinner, join our crew in the bar for nightly entertainment with ukuleles impromptu singing and dancing, or if you just want some quiet time to yourself, there’s the library, video room or saloon where you can relax with a good book or just chat. There’s something for everyone aboard Aranui 3.

Itinerary Day 1

Departure from dock in Papeete at 9.30am

Day 2

Takapoto atoll, Tuamotu Archipelago

Day 3

At Sea

Day 4

Nuku Hiva (Taiohae-Taipivai) Marquesas Archipelago

Day 5

Ua Pou (Hakahau-Hakahetau)

Day 6

Tahuata (Vaitahu-Hapatoni) & Hiva Oa (Atuona)

Day 7

Fatu Hiva (Omoa-Hanavave)

Day 8

Hiva Oa (Puamau-Hanaiapa)

Day 9

Ua Huka (Vaipaee-Hane-Hokatu)

Day 10

Nuku Hiva (Taiohae) & Ua Pou (Hakahau)

Day 11

At Sea

Day 12

Rangiroa atoll, Tuamotu Archipelago

Day 13

Bora Bora, Society Islands

Day 14

Arrival back in Papeete at around 9.00am

CTPM reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary or the ports of call as deemed necessary.

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Adventure

Aranui 3

in the Tuamotu & the Marquesas Islands with

When travelling aboard Aranui 3, please bear in mind that any itinerary is dependent upon tidal and prevailing weather conditions as well as the specific freight needs of each port, as such, the order of port visits can change without notice. Updated daily schedules ensure you always have the latest information. Similarly, there is no obligation to undertake any of the planned activities and alternatives are offered where possible. Not feeling up to a strenuous hike to the summit, then take a retail expedition to the markets or simply enjoy a couple of hours of deep sea fishing (optional).

Day 1

Day 3

Depart Papeete – Tahiti (9.30 am)

At Sea

On-board welcome with refreshment cocktail and a Marquesan dance show around the swimming pool to meet and mingle with all passengers on the sundecks waiting to embark for a 14 day soft adventure cruise holiday.

Day 2 Tuamotu Archipelago – Takapoto Takapoto is the first port of call for Aranui 3 on this fourteen days voyage of discovery. The ship will anchor outside the atoll and you will go ashore by tender. There will be a 15 minute walk to a magnificent white sandy beach where we will have a picnic. You can swim and snorkel in the translucent lagoon to watch the colourful ballet of tropical lagoon fish.

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You can relax with a book on one of the sun decks, swim in the small pool or enjoy the immense South Pacific. Balmy evenings mean reading in the lounge/ library of chatting with our on-board guide on Marquesan culture or archaeology. You’ll probably spend many evenings socialising on the upstairs deck/bar with your fellow adventurers from around the world. The spirited Polynesian crew treat you like welcomed guests and proudly introduce you to their rich culture. Almost every night they sing and strum hypnotic Polynesian rhythms on their ukuleles and will teach you to move your hips to the hypnotic beat of the “tamure”.

Day 4

Day 5

The Marquesas islands – Nuku Hiva: Taiohae / Hatiheu / Taipivai

Ua Pou: Hakahau / Hakahetau

We sail into Taiohae’s spectacular bay, a giant volcanic amphitheatre dominated by towering cliffs streaked with waterfalls. As the Aranui unloads, you can explore Taiohae, the tiny administrative capital of the Marquesas. Taiohae Bay is where a 23-yearold sailor, Herman Melville and a buddy jumped a whaling ship in 1842. We follow their escape route by jeep along steep, winding dirt mountain roads to the village of Hatiheu to visit the archaeological site of Kamuihei. We’ll have lunch at Yvonne’s Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the Marquesas, where the specialty is pig baked in an underground oven. You’ll meet the owner-chef, Yvonne, who also happens to be the town’s energetic mayor. After lunch, we will travel to the valley of Taipivai. The area is dotted with stone tiki gods and sacred ritual sites (me’ae) and immense stone platforms (paepae) where Taipi built their houses. Enigmatic petroglyphs of bird, sacred turtles and fish are carved on huge boulders. Hikers can take a steep trail to visit the Paeke site. Others can go back to the vessel. The Aranui’s whaleboats will sail down the beach to pick up passengers to join the vessel, which is anchored in the Taipivai bay. (Wet landing at the beach).

From the deck, you’ll see the soaring mountain spires of Ua Pou. Wherever Aranui 3 stops at a port of call, villagers greet it. As the muscular crew unloads supplies from cement to sugar and loads sacks of copra (dried coconut meat), you’ll explore the tiny town of Hakahau with its church with a hand-carved wooden dais. You can meet some talented woodcarvers and hike up a hill for a breathtaking view of the distant cloud-covered mountains. At Rosalie’s Restaurant, you’ll taste your first Marquesan lunch: breadfruit, a Marquesan staple, along with curried goat, barbecued rock lobster, poisson cru (raw fish marinated in lime juice and soaked in coconut milk), taro and sweet red bananas.

Day 6 Tahuata: Vaitahu In the morning, Aranui 3 will anchor in front of the island of Tahuata. On this leaf-shaped island the air is thick with the fragrant scent of “tiare”, frangipani and history. In the tiny village Vaitahu, Spanish explorers landed in

1595 and opened fire on a crowd of the curious islanders, killing about 200. When the first missionaries came in 1797, the generous local chief left his wife with missionary John Harris, with instruction that he treat her as his own wife. Harris fled the next day. Tahuata is also the site of the first French settlement in the Marquesas in 1842. The huge church built by the Vatican, is decorated with beautiful Marquesan carvings. There are art & craft at the village.

Hiva Oa: Atuona We have plenty of time to explore Atuona, the second largest village in the Marquesas. This is where Paul Gauguin lived and did some of his best work. You can visit the colonial store where Gauguin shopped and go into a replica of the Impressionist’s infamous “House of Pleasure”. As you walk up the hill of the cemetery, you’ll have sweeping views of the harbour. Beneath a huge frangipani tree is a tombstone with the simple words: Paul Gauguin 1903. Nearby is the grave of another famous European who also was seduced by Hiva Oa: Belgian singer-composer Jacques Brel, who died in 1978. You’ll also enjoy another lavish Marquesan lunch at Hoa Nui Restaurant. There is free time in the village in the afternoon or hike to the scenic lookout (the scale of difficulty: 7/10).

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Discover the history and culture the Tuamotu & the Marquesas Islands with

Day 7

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Day 9

Fatu Hiva: Omoa / Hanavave

Hiva Oa: Puamau / Hanaiapa

Ua Huka: Vaipaee / Hane / Hokatu

This is the most lush and remote island of the Marquesas. It’s also a centre of Marquesan crafts. As our guides lead you through the village of Omoa, you’ll see women hammering mulberry, banyan or breadfruit bark on logs. It is dried and then painted with ancient Marquesan designs on their famous’ tapa cloth. Fatu Hiva is also well-known for its hand-painted pareos (sarongs) and monoi, a perfumed coconut oil scented with tiare blossoms and sandalwood. Skilled woodcarvers will invite you into their home/studios.

We’ll travel by foot or by jeep to the most important archaeological sites for tikis and the Mea’e Ipona (ancient, humanlike religious sculptures). There are more sculptures to be found here other than on Easter Island. Our trained guides will show you the mysterious jungle ruins of Puamau and tell the stories of these haunting statues of an ancient civilization. Bring your camera. Opportunity to swim at the local black sandy beach would depend on the water conditions.

Technical ship manoeuvring early in the morning, Aranui 3 will enter the small bay and will be securely tied up from both sides of the edge.

Aranui 3 sails to the other inhabited village. Hanavave which is on the Bay of Virgins, one of the world’s most beautiful bays. Some athletic passengers may choose to make the trip by foot. On this unforgettable 16 kilometres hike you’ll have spectacular views of towering cliffs and majestic waterfalls (the scale of difficulty: 9/10).

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We’ll visit a museum with exquisite replicas of Marquesan art. Some Aranui passengers will explore the island by fourwheel drive, others will ride the Marquesan horses. For three hours we will explore the mountain landscape with heartstopping views of the Pacific. Wild horses (brought from Chile in 1856) thrive here, outnumbering the islands 476 residents. We’ll have a Marquesan lunch at local restaurant and have plenty of time to visit studios of woodcarvers. We’ll visit the arboretum and the garden of fruit and flowers. Back on Aranui 3, it’s Polynesian night, with dancing and a buffet dinner on the decks

Aranui 3 Day 10 Nuku Hiva: Taiohae , and Ua Pou Aranui 3 will dock in Nuku Hiva at Taiohae in the morning. You may take the Le Truck back to the town centre and spend free time there. The ship will then sail to Ua Pou, returning to our first stop in the Marquesas, Hakahau. This is your last chance to buy Marquesan crafts.

Day 11 At Sea

Day 12 Tuamotu Archipelago – Rangiroa On Rangiroa, the largest atoll in the world, Aranui 3 passengers can swim and snorkel in a translucent lagoon.

Excellent snorkelling and scuba diving are available for people of all entry levels. “Rangi” is an underwater jewel box with stunning colours of corals and clouds of tropical fish. You’ll have the opportunity to purchase black pearls from local black pearl farmers.

Day 13 Society Islands – Bora Bora Aranui 3 will anchor in the magnificent blue lagoon of Bora Bora. Of all the islands in French Polynesia it is best known for its lagoon, which resembles a palette of blues and greens, or for the castle like Mount Otemanu which pierces the clear blue sky. Passengers will spend the day on perfect white sand beaches that give way to emerald waters, where coloured fish animate the coral gardens as the greet the giant manta rays. An opportunity for snorkelling and to enjoy a picnic. Or, at an additional cost, optional excursions are available: an island tour by the lagoon or by bus; swimming with rays and small sharks; or a helicopter joy ride over the lagoon…..

Day 14 Arrival Papeete – Tahiti (9:00 am)

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Shops and art Experiencing the rich Polynesian culture is one of the many reasons people come from all over the world to travel aboard the Aranui 3. Traditional arts and crafts are experiencing a healthy revival through the Marquesas thanks to the interest of intelligent travellers like yourself.

There are numerous opportunities to acquire exquisite wood and stone carvings, bark cloth, paintings or jewellery. For those wanting a permanent souvenir of this once-in-a-lifetime journey, there is even the opportunity to get a tattoo from one of the islands’ masters. As you wander the quaint villages throughout the archipelago, numerous markets and stalls offer reasonably priced handicrafts and souvenirs, with many items made by the stallholders themselves. Bargain by all means, but not too vigorously. The act of negotiation is much more subtle compared to the riotous haggling seen in Asia for example. A gentle glance and a tilt of head is often enough to gain a modest discount. Keep an eye out for the distinctive tiki (idol) carvings or the rare flower stone items made from this highly unusual and distinctive volcanic rock.

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One of the true treasures of these islands are the fabled black pearls (Pinctada margaritifera). With their magnificent dark, multi-hued sheen, these exquisite aquatic gems are distinct from the lustrous white pearls of Australia (Pinctada margaritifera). Study the pearl charts carefully to help you choose a gem that suits your taste and budget. Your journey aboard Aranui 3 takes you through one of the most famous pearling regions in the world. The Tuamoto Islands are home to the legendary Tahitian black pearl and you’ll get the chance to visit the ports of Takapoto and Rangiroa to obtain a lasting and valuable memento of your trip. While some believe Takapoto offers less expensive items, the pearls from Gauguin’s Pearl Farm (Rangiroa) have higher quality control and wider choice in settings and variety of gems. Some bargaining is possible here too, but it depends on stock levels and seasonal demand. As always, it pays to ask.

Life onboard Aranui 3

Adventure doesn’t have to mean strenuous. You can be as active (or lazy) as you want. Aboard the Aranui 3 you’ll find a well equipped gym with weights and walking machines to help work off the chef’s famous desserts, or the graceful moves of the Polynesian dancers are another way to keep the calories at bay. Sign up for one of the Marquesan dance classes aboard and you may even find yourself dancing and singing along in the bar as the crew raise a storm with ukulele and guitar after dinner. Life aboard Aranui 3 is as much about the experience as the fascinating excursions ashore. Throughout history, the allure of the Marquesas has drawn and captivated some of the great minds of our time. Writers, explorers, artists, dreamers and hopeless romantics have all played their part in forming the islands’ mystic persona. While aboard you’ll learn about the history of the Marquesas from our guides and lecturers and the part played by Europeans and Polynesians alike in creating the many legends and fables. As the great Pacific Ocean rolls by every day, there is still nothing to replace a simple deckchair, a cool drink and a good book to take your mind on a relaxing journey. Around the freshwater swimming pool, you can take a refreshing dip or join the conversation with any of your new international friends. Just

as the Marquesas drew colourful characters from history, so it continues to do today. All dining is taken care of aboard Aranui 3 with three meals served daily in the spacious, free-seating restaurant. There’s a wide and varied choice served with a glass of red or white wine at dinner, and there’s complementary self-serve 24 hour tea and coffee in the welcoming lounge.

pork and marinated raw fish are served by your friendly and talented crew along with staples like locally grown bread fruit, taro and bananas. You’ll never look at supermarket fruit and vegetables the same way again.

Choose a private table for just your love and yourself, or join a communal table of four or more to keep the conversation going, that’s all part of the fun of cruising aboard Aranui 3. Daily fare comprises your choice of a light continental or fully cooked hot breakfast with lashings of fresh fruit, cereal, juices and bottomless tea and coffee. Lunches are typically lighter with lots of crisp salads and fruit. Desserts make their appearance too – if you’ve been good. Dinners begin with light starters followed by a hearty main course comprising either pork, beef, fish, seafood or chicken in creative rotation throughout the voyage. Vegetarians are welcome too and then, of course, there’s always more dessert! No Polynesian ocean voyage would be complete without an authentic Marquesan feast. Gather around the pool as traditional food such as coconut, spit-roasted

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Navigation Deck NAVIGATION DECK Star Deck STAR DECK Sun DeckSUN DECK Boat Deck BOAT DECK Restaurant Deck RESTAURANT DECK Main Deck MAIN DECK A Deck A DECK B Deck B DECK

The Aranui 3 is a totally unique vessel, like none you’ve ever sailed before. Designed and purpose-built for the dual tasks of efficient freight delivery and comfortable pleasure cruising. Her stern portion is totally devoted to passenger duty and resembles many modern cruise vessels in terms of facilities and comfort. Cabins and suites cater for all budgets, ranging from 16-berth dormitory style accommodation with shared facilities, through to spacious Suites, 12 with private balcony ideal for honeymooners or second honeymooners.

Additionally there are 9 Deluxe and 63 Standard cabins offering twinshare facilities. Medical facilities,as you would expect, are provided throughout the voyage. A doctor travels with each journey and the onboard infirmary is equipped to deal with most first-aid requests and emergencies. Stay in touch if you want with Internet facilities in the ship’s library or use your own laptop to connect via Wi-Fi when the ship is in or near port. Satellite calls can also be made through the radio room if needed.

Combat the calories in the gym, complete with modern exercise machines, plus guests can also use the laundry facilities provided. A boutique aboard carries souvenirs, toiletries, simple medicines as well as sweets and snacks. When visiting ports and going ashore, sturdy tender barges ferry passengers when a gangway cannot be lowered. In either case, expert crew is at hand to assist ensuring passenger safety and comfort is maintained at all times.

Suites: 14 cabins Large outside cabin with one queen sized bed, air conditioned, TV, refrigerator, private facilities with bathtub and with or without balcony (2 suites are without balcony). Deluxe: 9 Cabins Large outside cabin with one queen sized bed, air conditioned, TV, refrigerator, private facilities with bathtub. DL14 – Navigation Deck (shower only). Standard: 63 Cabins Two lower berths, outside cabin with private facilities, air conditioned and TV. Triple share use is also available. Located on A and B Deck.

Diagrams are for illustration only. Actual ship suite configuration may vary. Diagrams are for illustration only. Actual ship suite configuration may vary.

Diagrams are for illustration only. Actual ship suite configuration may vary.

Class C: 16 Berths Multiple share dormitory style, upper and lower berths, air conditioned, share facilities, located on Restaurant Deck.

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Ship information Food

Ship’s Boutique

Shore Visits

Meals are served in an informal, family-style setting in our dining facilities. Special consideration for medically prescribed diets must be requested at the time of booking or not less than three weeks in advance of sailing date.

The ship’s boutique sells a variety of supplies including mosquito repellent, sundries, clothing, and local souvenirs.

Visits ashore are limited to the time required by cargo operators and port restrictions. Port time may range from just a few hours to a day or more. While shore excursions may be available at some ports of call, Compagnie Polynesienne de Transport Maritime neither owns nor operates nor exercises any control over shore excursions arranged at any port of call. The company, its agents and employees do not assume any responsibility in connection with the operations of said programs. The Company accepts no responsibility or liability for the failure of any operator to perform any said program and/or for any injury, damage or loss however caused or arising therefrom.

Electrical Current

Local Currency

Each cabin is equipped with 220 volt, 50 cycle AC (European style outlet).

The unit of exchange is the French Pacific Franc (XPF).

Emergency Telephone

Local Time The Marquesas are half an hour ahead of Tahiti. Thus, when it’s noon in Tahiti, it’s 12:30 PM in the Marquesas.

Climate and Packing Suggestions Clothing which is informal, comfortable and easily washable is most practical aboard the ship. In addition to shorts, jeans or slacks, T-shirts and a bathing suit, a rain poncho or coat and warm sweat shirt or light sweater for chilly evenings are recommended. Comfortable shoes are essential for walking ashore over coral reefs. Tennis shoes or sandals are recommended. For women, the native “pareo”, made of colorful fabric which can be wrapped in a variety of styles, is a versatile choice for both casual and festive occasions.

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In an emergency, it is possible to place telephone calls through our shipboard communications and to contact the vessel through CPTM’s office in Tahiti.

Laundry Washing and drying machines are available on board; dry cleaning is not available.

Medical There is a doctor or physician on board the vessel. If any person has or is suffering from a serious ailment or condition, they should seek the advice and consent of their personal physician prior to embarking on the vessel. The right is reserved to refuse passage to anyone in such a state of health or physical condition as to be unfit to travel or whose condition, for whatever reason, might be dangerous to the individual or other passengers.

Travel Funds Travellers Cheques and credit cards may be used to pay for shipboard expenses. American Express, Visa and MasterCard will be accepted. Travellers Cheques can be cashed on board, personal cheques cannot. Euro, USD, AUD, NZD, CAD currency notes can also be exchanged

Valuables Lockable boxes are available on board, however CPTM cannot accept custody or responsibility for passenger’s money or other valuables while aboard the vessel.

General information and conditions Reservations Policies Reservations: See your Travel Agent or contact: Compagnie Polynesienne de Transport Maritime P.O. Box 220 Papeete, Tahiti. Telephone (689) 4042 6242 Fax (689) 4043 4889 Email: [email protected] Passenger contract: Passengers are carried subject to the stipulations of the Passage Contract Ticket of Compagnie Polynesienne de Transport Maritime. The passage ticket is non-transferable and is valid only the for person(s) who originally purchased the ticket. Cancellations: After your booking has been confirmed by CPTM, should you cancel for any reason, a cancellation fee of (AUD) $125 per person (when booked in Australia) will be payable, or (NZD) $136 per person (when booked in New Zealand) • If cancelled 60 to 45 days before scheduled departure – 1/3 of the total fare is retained. • If cancelled 44 to 30 days before the scheduled departure date – 2/3 of the total fare is retained. • If cancelled less than 30 days or non-appearance at Cruise departure date – the total fare will be retained. Changes: After CPTM issues a confirmation, changes to the confirmed departure date made at passenger’s or travel agent’s request, less than 60 days prior to the confirmed departure date, will be subject to the same penalties applied to cancellations. Insurance: Insurance is available to help recover non-refundable travel expenses for trip cancellations or interruption, baggage damage or loss and trip accident. We recommend that passengers consider these coverages. Consult your travel agent or insurance agent for specific details concerning coverage and exceptions.

Cruise Information Rates include: Cruise transportation and shipboard accommodations, meals and excursions fares are based on per adult double occupancy. All published fares are quoted in either Australian Dollars (AUD) of in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) depending on your current country of residence where your booking was made. These fares are correct at the time of printing and are subject to change; with or without notice:

Rates do not include: Shipboard purchases, liquor, gratuities, port taxes other than those specifically provided for, and other personal items. Rates quoted at the time of printing are based on current costs and are subject to change up to and including the date of sailing. Schedule and extra cost provision: If, due to weather or other uncontrollable reasons, you are required to spend one or more additional nights, you will be responsible for your own hotel and meal costs. In addition, because the primary function of vessels in the service of Compagnie Polynesienne de Transport Maritime is to carry freight, the departure dates, ports of call, and duration of cruises may be subject to variation both prior to departure and en route. Freighter passengers should have a flexible time schedule and anticipate the foregoing possibilities. While we do everything possible to inform and assist our clients, neither CPTM nor its agents will assume additional expenses, hotel or meal costs associated with delays or changes in itinerary and schedules. Itinerary Changes: CPTM pledges to make every effort to operate all cruises as advertised. CPTM reserves the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, ports of call or conveyances as deemed necessary. Transfers: All cruise arrangements originate and terminate from the specified pier or departure point. Transportation is not provided between airport locations, and the vessel, or vice versa, unless specified. Baggage: Stateroom luggage will be accepted on the day of sailing at boarding time only. All personal luggage is to be stored in passenger’s cabin as we are unable to store it in other areas aboard the ship. Passengers should clearly label all luggage with their name, vessel, cabin number or deck assignment number and date of sailing. Valuables should be hand carried on board. We recommend that travellers take out a baggage damage or loss policy through their insurance agent or travel agent. Travel documents and entry requirements: All passengers must have valid passports for entry into French Polynesia. Those visitors who are not citizens of the United States or Canada or from the European Economic Community and those planning to stay in French Polynesia more than one month should contact their travel agent for visa requirements. All visitors must have a round trip airline ticket.

Inoculations: At time of printing, vaccinations were not required. Passengers should consult their travel agent for latest requirements. Refunds: Requests for refunds should be directed to the agency which sold you the cruise. No refunds will be made on unused features, such as meals, voluntarily omitted by the passenger. Responsibility: All cruises outlined herein are carried out under the business management of Compagnie Polynesienne de Transport Maritime (CPTM) and are governed by the terms and conditions printed on the Passage Contract Ticket which may also be inspected at the Company’s office. Australia – New Zealand Aranui Cruises (representative) P.O. Box 36, Taylors Lakes VIC Australia 3038 Telephone 61 3 9449 3778 Fax 61 3 9449 2433 Email [email protected] Website www.aranuicruises.com.au Compagnie Polynesienne de Transport Maritime P.O. Box 220 Papeete, Tahiti Reservation (689) 4042 6242 Email [email protected] Fax (689) 4043 4889 CPTM – U.S.A. Office 2028 El Camino Real South, Suite B, San Mateo, CA 94403 Telephone (650) 574-2575 (800) 972-7268 Email [email protected] Website www.aranui.com Europe Contact Telephone Email

Vaima Islands Consulting 33 143312534 [email protected]

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