Paul Gauguin Cruises Health & Safety Protocols

Paul Gauguin Cruises, operating the m/s Paul Gauguin across French Polynesia and the South Pacific, maintains high standards of health, safety, and medical care tailored to small-ship tropical cruising. Their operational framework centers around fresh-air ventilation, onboard emergency medical capabilities, and destination health compliance.

• Fresh Air Filtration Systems: Staterooms and suites receive 100% fresh, non-recirculated outdoor air. Public indoor spaces feature continuous air renewal with specialized UV sterilization and advanced filtration units integrated into the ventilation systems.
• Medical-Grade Sanitation: Vessels follow rigorous daily deep-cleaning protocols using hospital-grade disinfectants throughout guest accommodations, dining venues, and high-touch areas. Water sports and shore equipment, including Zodiacs and kayaking gear, are disinfected after each use.
• 24/7 Onboard Medical Center: Every voyage is staffed by a licensed doctor and registered nurse trained in emergency response and remote medicine. The shipboard medical center is equipped with diagnostic testing, radiology, ultrasound, and blood analysis capabilities to manage acute illnesses at sea.
• Destination and Entry Health Compliance: Travelers are responsible for adhering to country-specific health rules across French Polynesia and the South Pacific, including specific vaccination mandates (such as Yellow Fever clearance if arriving from designated high-risk regions).
• Pregnancy and Infant Safety Rules: Due to the lack of neonatal medical facilities onboard, Paul Gauguin Cruises cannot accommodate guests who will enter or exceed their 24th week of pregnancy at any point during the sailing. Infants must be at least 12 months (1 year) old at the time of boarding.

*Health and safety protocols change often. Contact us if you have any questions.