HAUMANA CRUISES

Less than one hour from Tahiti, lies the beautiful atoll of Rangiroa, which means "Immense Sky".
Nestled in the Tuamotu Archipelago, this chain of emerald islets, secluded pink and white sand beaches and turquoise lagoon is the base to the "Haumana" catamaran.
In this pristine environment, Haumana Cruises offers a unique style of cruising, off-the-beaten paths, in a true and authentic Polynesian atmosphere, the comfort and intimacy of a 12-cabin catamaran.

With Haumana Cruises, enjoy life at your own pace, leave away the hustle and bustle of your daily life and dive into a world of peace and tranquility, surrounded by the paradise colours of Rangiroa, simply the "Polynesian art de vivre" ...
Get acquainted with the local population, learn about their culture and traditions and all what makes Tahiti and her islands so special, so unique, so mythical...
The Haumana experience is ideal for beach and nature lovers, snorkeling fans, fishing enthusiasts.

NEW AND EXCLUSIVE: Bonefish discovered in Rangiroa by Haumana Cruise

Fishing and Fly Fishing in the Tuamotu, French Polynesia

Haumana cruises in Rangiroa are saltwater fishing and especially Bonefish focused but you can bring the family, the staff will take care of them as there are many activities while on board the Haumana. The favorite fish of fly-fishers are plentiful and never-ending schools of bonefish, many varieties of jack, trevally, barracuda, milkfish and many other species. Over 450 different species of fish have been documented in Rangiroa's lagoon. The Haumana is fully equipped to offer many different types of fishing to fans of the sport.

Rangiroa, is a vast sea aquarium, offering fly anglers a well-stocked and preserved fishing environment with the guarantee of great catches.

Your voyage with Haumana Cruises will be the opportunity to discover the different fishing techniques and methods that the locals master with unrivalled skills. The very talented and proven team on the Haumana will take you to the hidden Bonefish flats, this activity is included in the Haumana Cruise price and there is no extra charge.

CRUISE ITINERARY

Option 1: Blue Lagoon (3 nights, from Wednesday to Saturday)
Option 2: Pink Sand Cruise (4 nights, from Saturday to Wednesday)
Option 3: Rainbow Cruise (7 nights)

The Rainbow Cruise will be a combination of the 3 and 4 nights cruises, with departures on Wednesday and Saturday.

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Option 1: Blue Lagoon Cruise

Wednesday

From 1:30 - Check-in, Welcome Aboard !
2:30 - Snorkeling tour at the Natural Aquarium Dolphin watching expedition
5:30 PM Tea time is served
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program / Staff introduction / Polynesian entertainment / Tahitian dance class
From 7:30 PM Dinner is served. Fishing available after dinner

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Thusrday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:00 AM Excursion to the Blue Lagoon / Shark Feeding Adventure Swimming / Floating bar Coco tasting
12:30 PM Lunch is served onboard

Navigation to Faama

2:30 PM Afternoon at leisure in Faama
Water activities (snorkeling, fishing, kayak) / Pahua and "poisson cru" tasting
5:30 PM Tea Time is served
From 7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program Polynesian entertainment / Pareo tying class

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Friday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:30 - Excursion to Motu Ai Ai / Visit of the islet and reef outing / Swimming Coco show
12:30 PM Lunch on Motu Ai Ai
Afternoon at lesiure at Motu Ai Ai
Kayak, snorkeling, farniente or fishing and Floating Bar
5:30 PM Tea Time is served Departure to the Haumana base
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program and Polynesian entertainement
From 7:30 PM Dinner is served / Fishing available after dinner

Saturday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:30 AM Check-out / Transfert to the airport 1 hour before the flight

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Option 2: Pink Sand Cruise (4 nights, from Saturday to Wednesday)

Saturday

From 1:30 PM Check-in Welcome Aboard !
2:30 PM Snorkeling tour at the Aquarium / Visite of Tiputa village / Dolphin watching expedition
5:30 PM Tea Time
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program Staff introduction & Polynesian entertainment Tahitian dance class
7:30 PM Dinner is served / Fishing available after dinner

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Sunday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:00 AM Excursion to the Shells Islet and visit to a local family / Snorkeling
12:30 PM Lunch is served onboard
2:00 PM Excursion to the Pink Sand Islet / Shark feeding / Floating bar / Visit to the Birds' Islet
5:30 PM Tea Time
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program and transfer to Motu Hauone / Polynesian entertainment on the Motu
7:30 PM Dinner under the stars on Motu Hauone

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Sunday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:00 AM Excursion to the Shells Islet and visit to a local family / Snorkeling
12:30 PM Lunch is served onboard
2:00 - Excursion to the Pink Sand Islet
Shark feeding / Floating bar / Visit to the Birds' Islet
5:30 PM Tea Time
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program and transfer to Motu Hauone / Polynesian entertainment on the Motu
7:30 PM Dinner under the stars on Motu Hauone

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Monday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:30 AM Visit to Otepipi ancient village and reef discovery
Sea urchin tasting / Coco show
12:30 PM Lunch is servde onboard

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Afternoon at leisure on the Motu (kayak, fishing, farniente, snorkeling) / Pahua tasting
5:30 PM Tea Time & Palm weaving demonstration / Departure to the Haumana Base
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program Polynesian entertainment and Pareo tying class
7:30 PM Dinner is served / Fishing available after dinner

Night time Navigation

Tuesday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
9:30 AM Visit to Otepipi ancient village and reef discovery
Sea urchin tasting / Coco show
Lunch is servde onboard

Navigation

2:30 PM Excursion to Motu Mauahatea
Tour to the 'feo' (forest of fossilized coral) and dip in the natural pools
5:30 PM Tea Time & Palm weaving demonstration / Departure to the Haumana Base
7:00 PM Presentation of the next day's program Polynesian entertainement
7:30 PM Dinner is served
Fishing available after dinner

Wednesday

6:00 AM Early Risers' Breakfast
7:30 AM Buffet Breakfast
Visit to the Pearl Farm (depending o departure flights)
9:30 AM Check-out
Transfert to the airport 1 hour before the flight

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Rainbow Cruise (7 nights)

The Rainbow Cruise will be a combination of the 3 and 4 nights cruises, with departures on Wednesday and Saturday.

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Please note that itineraries and programs are weather permitting and can therefore be subject to changes.
Haumana Cruises reserves the right to amend the programs and activities to enhance the guests' experience and voyage.