Oceania Sea Kayaking Trips

Embark on a 13-day South Pacific cruise aboard M/S Paul Gauguin from Lautoka to Tahiti. Explore four island groups, visiting Fiji’s coastal ports, Tonga’s Vava'u Islands, and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands before discovering Bora Bora, Taha'a, and Moorea. Experience vibrant coral reefs, Polynesian traditions, and diverse island landscapes.

Sail an 11-day French Polynesia cruise from Tahiti aboard Paul Gauguin, with Smithsonian Journeys experts leading talks on board. Snorkel the Tuamotu atolls of Fakarava and Rangiroa, spend two days each on Bora Bora and Moorea, and visit Huahine and Motu Mahana, a private islet, on this small ship cruise through the Society Islands.

Embark on a 12-day Society Islands and Tuamotu Islands cruise aboard M/S Paul Gauguin. Snorkel or dive in Fakarava’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Rangiroa’s lagoon, explore Huahine and Raiatea, visit Taha’a’s private Motu Mahana, and enjoy in Bora Bora and Moorea. Discover French Polynesia’s coral reefs, volcanic islands, and Polynesian culture.

Embark on an 11-day French Polynesia cruise aboard the Paul Gauguin. Explore the coral atolls of Fakarava and Rangiroa for snorkeling and diving, then discover the volcanic Society Islands of Huahine, Bora Bora, Taha'a, and Moorea. Enjoy vibrant reefs, tropical beaches, and a relaxed South Pacific voyage.

Board Silver Moon for a 15-day cruise from Auckland to Sydney. Explore New Zealand's geothermal wonders in Tauranga, Art Deco Napier, and the majestic fjords of Doubtful and Milford Sound. You then cross to Australia to visit Hobart's markets and Eden's rugged coast before concluding your trip at the iconic Sydney Harbor.

Explore French Polynesia on an 8-day cruise aboard M/S Paul Gauguin. Visit Tahiti, Huahine, Raiatea, Taha'a, Bora Bora, and Moorea. Snorkel lagoons, swim in clear waters, kayak, hike scenic trails, and relax on white-sand beaches. Discover UNESCO heritage sites, browse Papeete Market, watch dolphins in Moorea, and enjoy Polynesian culture.

Embark on a 13-day cruise through Western Australia's remote coastline aboard Coral Geographer. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with sea lions, and explore historic shipwrecks and cultural sites. Go ashore on remote beaches and enjoy close-up views of rare wildlife.

Explore Western Australia’s southern coastline on an 11-day small-ship expedition aboard Coral Geographer. Travel from Fremantle to Albany and Busselton, walk coastal trails, encounter whales, visit Noongar Country, explore forests, beaches, and historic ports.

Discover Australia’s Ningaloo Coast on a 13-day aboard Coral Discoverer expedition. Snorkel, dive, kayak, and explore remote islands while spotting turtles, dolphins, wallabies, seabirds, and Aboriginal cultural sites.

Explore Australia’s Kimberley Coast on an 11-day cruise between Broome and Darwin aboard Coral Geographer. Experience King George River, Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Falls, Ashmore Reef, Scott Reef, Lacepede Islands, and Rowley Shoals. Discover ancient rock art, snorkel pristine atolls, and encounter seabirds, turtles, dolphins, and dugongs.

Experience a 15-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, visiting national parks, remote islands, and stunning coastlines. Enjoy beach walks, wildlife encounters, and gourmet dining with fresh Tasmanian produce.

Explore New Zealand’s southern coast on a 9-day voyage aboard Coral Adventurer. Journey through Stewart Island, Dusky, Doubtful, and Milford Sounds. Hike forest tracks, kayak quiet inlets, spot rare wildlife, and enjoy expert-led shore excursions across remote Fiordland landscapes.