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It is a new style of voyage, original, off- the- beaten
track, without fixed schedule, constraints, where our guests live within
their own rhythm.
It is to sail from island to island and meandering
through the calm, clear lagoons to be close to the villages and their
people onboard private yachts in an intimate atmosphere of informality
and casual chic far from the restriction of everyday protocol. A world
where elegance, harmony and enjoyment are the priorities.
Avid seeker of new experiences with an accent on
authenticity, our guests appreciate gourmet food , a gentle mix of
hedonistic pleasure blended with discovery and new experiences. You like
to be surprised, seduced by the décor, the ambiance and to be at the
cross road of different culture and landscapes.
They rapidly adopt a carefree and chic mind –set and
appreciate the absence of rules and schedules as the best way to live a
voyage opposite to the regular cruise “genre”.
The Experience
From Bora Bora to Huahine passing by Taha’a and Raiatea, the Leeward
islands expose themselves through numerous activities and custom made
experiences.
The decadence of a fine setting for breakfast feet in
the warm lagoon waters, the magic of a cinema under the stars, the
discovery of natural beauty whilst paddling a kayak up a river ,an
exotic dinner with music and dances …
On the occasion of a tropical cocktail at sunset, to
listen to a selection of music of the world or to Polynesians
polyphonies under a shower of stars, or the hedonistic pleasure of time
spent in a Jacuzzi watching as the blues of the lagoon and sky slowly
merge together…
The opportunity to create memories that will last
forever through a combination of originality, style and destination.
The Cabins
The sweet pleasure to feel at home. Appreciate the cool privacy of
your guestroom prepared with you in mind, plunge into the delicious
comfort of fine Swedish linen and a Kenzo exclusive bed throw. Settle
into the surroundings minimalist and refined, stylish furnishing, unique
blow glass pieces. Here comfortable space meets hi-tech flat screen LCD
televisions, Individual CD/DVD players, satellite accessed telephones
and internet.. Relish a line of beauty amenities appropriately created
in these islands.
Try "Vavau", a private deck for the armateur of good
life. The bridgedeck has six cabins and a large terrace on the aft deck.
Enjoy the intimacy and the privacy of a personalized service with a
chef,a butler,a masseuse and a housekeeper. Be luxuriously on your own
or choose to mingle with the other guests onboard. Whatever your choice
is, the beauty and the sensuality of the islands will be all around you
Vavau : ancient name of Bora Bora.
The Restaurant
The gourmet experience waiting aboard is in itself an invitation to
travel! A variety of carefully designed culinary compositions that tempt
the eye as well as the taste buds. This careful blend of the pre-eminent
gourmet qualities of the French cuisine infused with subtle Polynesian
flavours culminate in an experience that is both original and memorable.
Further depth to the dining experience is added through an eclectic wine
choice that offers comfort and familiarity as well as a more adventurous
range of recommended accompaniments.
The Voyage
Participate in an intimate voyage of discovery through French
Polynesia’s Leeward Islands, in a unique, exclusive and sophisticated
manner. Share an experience outside of the usual tourist clichés, where
senses are indulged with colour, emotion and pleasure. Take the
opportunity to create memories that will last forever. Live exceptional
experiences. Appreciate the pleasures of a fine setting for breakfast -
feet in the warm lagoon water or the magic of a cinema under the stars.
Take part in the discovery of natural beauty whilst paddling a kayak up
a tropical lagoon river, indulge in the hedonistic pleasure of time
spent onboard your yacht, having your favourite meal on a deck or
enjoying cocktails in a Jacuzzi watching the colours of the and sky
slowly merge together…
Monday - Bora Bora
AM – Savour, right from the start, a personal welcome
at the airport, refreshments on the beach whilst casting a glance
towards the multi-hued lagoon and your awaiting yacht. Embark and
discover life aboard at your own rhythm. A continental breakfast buffet
will be set up at the back of the Uporu deck. Lunch on board, whilst the
yacht sails to Motu Tevairoa.
PM – The tenders are ready to conduct you on the
“motu”. Towels, chairs, pillows, snorkelling material and kayaks are
available at the beach. The NOMADE SPA is set up as well. Enjoy tea
time, coffee/tea/cakes & sandwiches, onboard or on the beach. At dusk
you will be invited to the world’s most exclusive cinema, nestled among
the Tevairoa coconut palms, to view the classic movie “Tabu” an award
winning Hollywood production by Murnau & Flaherty filmed in Bora Bora in
1928…
Dinner onboard will be followed by local digestive liquors offered at
the bar. The Yacht will leave for Taha’a in the evening (approximately
two hours & half of navigation in the open sea).
From the dictionary : Motu (mo’too) n. a tiny sand and palm-tree
adorned islet.
Tuesday – Taha’a
AM – Discover the untouched beauty of this island with it’s
fragrance of vanilla, running in the early hours of the day or exploring
on a four wheel excursion.
PM – Meet Tavita, the island’s musician and tattoo
specialist. Circumnavigate the island toward sunset, champagne in hand,
whilst gliding upon a calm lagoon path between the reef and the verdant
growth of the island. Saturated colours will fill the horizon as the sun
sets across the lagoon, the reef and the towering mountains of Bora Bora
.After dinner, participate in a fishing party from our marina platform
on the aft deck.
Wednesday – Huahine
AM – Huahine, the authentic, greets you at dawn after two
hours & half of sailing. Camouflage yourself as a local whilst wandering
the seaside village of Fare or choose the option to do a tour of the
ancient Huahine. During lunch a short navigation towards Vaiorea , will
allow you to smoothly reach your next halt, the bay of Bourayne.
PM – Be adventurous and roam the sea on a jet ski or
discover the richness of the interior of the island on a jeep safari.
Thursday – Huahine
AM – Enjoy the passing scenery while we tour the bay to set
anchor in front of the mystic and beautiful site of “Hana Iti”. Enjoy an
idyllic beach, your feet sunk in pure sand. Tenders are available
anytime; towels, chairs, pillows, waters bar, snorkelling equipment and
kayaks are available on the beach. NOMADE SPA will be set up.
PM – Take the time to have tea on the beach or onboard
– coffee/tea/chocolate cookies, sandwiches, cakes, fruit salad...
Just before dinner, rock yourself gently to the sights and sounds of
an island’s choir who will express the traditions of their island in
songs and hymns and then in the evening, you are invited to a moonlight
dinner on the beach or, if you prefer choose, more prosaically, to have
dinner on board.
Friday – Raiatea
AM – Arrival in Raiatea after 2 hours of high sea navigation
from Huahine. To day, spend a morning at leisure, strolling in the
streets of Uturoa, the small administrative capital of the Leeward
Islands.
PM – Ti’a Moana will leave at noon for OPOA Afternoon
at leisure under the trees of the sacred site of the Marae Taputapuatea
to feel and hear the message of the Polynesian gods and to visit the
vanilla farm of Opoa, reputed for the quality of its products. Later you
will sail along the beautiful wild coast of Raiatea to drop anchor in
front of the motu Nao Nao.
Saturday – Raiatea
AM – Breakfast is served onboard or on the beach of the motu
Nao Nao, white sand, coconut trees and feet in the lagoon are an exotic
way to begin the day .The “Nomade spa is set up under the shadow of the
trees on the motu and the beach are dressed for your pleasure.
PM – Discover the beauty of Raiatea as you sail towards
the bay of Faaroa where you will have the opportunity to paddle the
Faaroa river by kayack and to visit private and wild tropical garden.
You will then sail to Uturoa where, at dusk, a Tahitian music and dance
group will perform for you.
Sunday – Bora Bora
AM – This morning, after crossing the pass of Bora Bora, the
yacht will glide towards the motu of Toopua home of the god Hiro.
Tenders are at your disposal to transfer you to the main island of Bora
Bora to visit,art galleries and a black pearl producer.
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