Silver Nova & Silver Ray Asymmetrical Pool Deck
Outward-facing starboard cliffside pool terrace on Decks 10–11 with panoramic ocean and harbor views.
2026–2028 Executive Decision Matrix
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Silversea Silver Whisper vs. m/s Paul Gauguin & Windstar in Tahiti: Which Wins?
Three small-ship lines dominate French Polynesia: m/s Paul Gauguin (330 guests, year-round Polynesian cultural troupe & aft marina), Windstar Star Breeze (312 guests, casual yacht vibe), and Silversea Silver Whisper / Silver Cloud (254-392 guests, ultra-luxury all-suite butler service). Choose Paul Gauguin for year-round 7-night Society Islands dates and its private Motu Mahana day; choose Silversea if you want larger marble-bath suites with white-gloved butler service, caviar & top-shelf Champagne, and epic 11-to-14-night voyages reaching the remote Marquesas Islands!
| Comparison / Route Option | Ship & Guest Capacity | Lagoon & Atoll Coverage | Typical Per-Person USD Fare | Standout Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silversea 7-11 Night Society Islands & Tuamotus | Silver Whisper (392 Guests) | Papeete, Moorea, Raiatea, Huahine, Bora Bora (Overnight!), Rangiroa / Fakarava | $6,400 - $10,800 USD pp | 100% Butler-serviced marble suites + caviar/Champagne + Up to $600 USD NH300 SBC |
| Silversea 14-Night Society, Tuamotus & Marquesas | Silver Whisper / Silver Cloud | Adds Nuku Hiva, Hiva Oa (Atuona) & Fatu Hiva volcanic spires + Bora Bora | $10,500 - $16,900 USD pp | Bucket-list Marquesas reach without sacrificing five-star suite comfort |
| m/s Paul Gauguin (PONANT Group) | Paul Gauguin (330 Guests) | Year-round 7-14 night Tahiti, Society, Tuamotus & Cook Islands + Private Motu | $5,800 - $9,900 USD pp | Beloved Les Gauguines local hosts + watersports marina (30% smaller entry cabins, no butler in standard) |
| Windstar Star Class Tahiti | Star Breeze (312 Guests) | Year-round 7-11 night Society & Tuamotu lagoons + Motu beach feast | $4,200 - $7,400 USD pp (All-In add-on extra) | Lowest casual entry fare (Drinks/gratuities/Wi-Fi require Captain's Exclusive add-on) |
Pair Your Silversea Tahiti Voyage With 3 Overwater Bungalow Nights in Bora Bora or Moorea
Flying 8 hours nonstop from LAX or SFO (or via Seattle/Honolulu) to Papeete makes a pre- or post-cruise overwater bungalow stay effortless. Our Polynesia specialists bundle your Silversea voyage with Air Tahiti inter-island flights and Signature Travel Network luxury hotel privileges (complimentary daily breakfast for two, $100 USD resort credit, VIP welcome, and upgrade priority) at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, Conrad Bora Bora Nui, and Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa.
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100% Butler-Serviced Ocean-View Suites
Every suite across all 12 Silversea ships includes white-gloved butler service, custom bar setup & caviar.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Silversea sail in French Polynesia year-round or seasonally?
Unlike m/s Paul Gauguin and Windstar Star Breeze (which base in Papeete 12 months a year), Silversea deploys Silver Whisper and expedition vessel Silver Cloud on limited, high-demand seasonal French Polynesia, Marquesas, and Grand South Pacific series - meaning balcony and Silver Suites sell out very quickly once opened!
Can Silversea ships enter Bora Bora's inner lagoon?
Yes! At 28,258 GRT (Silver Whisper) and 17,400 GRT (Silver Cloud), Silversea's intimate vessels pass right through Teavanui Pass to anchor inside Bora Bora's famous turquoise lagoon (and Opunohu/Cook's Bay in Moorea) with effortless tender shuttle service.
What is the best time of year to cruise Tahiti and French Polynesia?
May through October is French Polynesia's drier, slightly less humid Austral winter (highs around 82-85 degrees F with refreshing trade winds). November through April brings warmer lagoon water (84+ degrees F), lush tropical blooms, and quieter harbors.
Does Vincent Vacations book both Silversea and Paul Gauguin Cruises in Tahiti?
Yes! We are preferred Signature Travel Network partners for Silversea, Paul Gauguin Cruises (PONANT), AND Windstar - so if Silversea's seasonal Papeete dates don't match your anniversary week, we can put all three ships side by side in US Dollars with exclusive consortium shipboard credits.
Are scuba diving or snorkeling excursions available in Rangiroa and Fakarava?
Yes. Rangiroa's Tiputa Pass and UNESCO-protected Fakarava Lagoon offer some of the richest drift snorkeling and reef shark/manta visibility on earth, bookable via Silversea shore excursions or our $600 USD NH300 Shipboard Credit.