Windstar Cruises has announced that it is doubling down on Tahiti. Starting in March 2027, its newly refreshed sailing yacht Wind Star will join all-suite Star Breeze to sail year-round in French Polynesia, making it Windstar’s most expansive South Pacific deployment yet.
With two yachts operating, there will be more departure dates and a wider variety of itineraries than ever before open to book.
“Tahiti is part of our DNA, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring our sailing yacht back to these legendary waters,” said Christopher Prelog, president of Windstar Cruises.
“By offering the largest number of departures in Tahiti, we offer unparalleled flexibility and choice – whether you crave the romance of sailing under starry skies or the comfort of an all-suite yacht. However you go, it’s all Windstar: laid-back luxury, local flavour and a front-row seat to the most beautiful place on earth.”
Tahiti Two Ways: Sails or Suites
Now with more cruise departures in Tahiti than any other cruise line, guests will have their pick of experiences with two distinct yachts:
- Wind Star, a classic four-masted sailing yacht hosting only 148 guests will sail the seven-night ‘Dreams of Tahiti’ itinerary continuously, with weekly Monday departures. Every voyage visits Raiatea, the sacred island considered the ancestral homeland of the Māori people, a destination not featured on competing seven-day itineraries.
- Star Breeze, Windstar’s 312-guest all-suite yacht, will focus on longer voyages to more remote destinations like the Tuamotus, Marquesas, Fiji and the Cook Islands. These can be combined into Star Collector Voyages of up to 21 days, offering deeper cultural immersion and extended South Pacific exploration.
New for 2027
- The most Tahiti cruise departures of any line, thanks to both yachts sailing full time in the region.
- “Early Goodbye” disembarkation: ships arrive in Papeete at 8pm the day prior to departure day, allowing guests to connect with same-evening flights to Los Angeles, maximizing time in paradise for those with a tight schedule.
- Simplified cruise + hotel packages make it easier than ever to add a stay in an overwater bungalow, with flexible flight options available through Windstar or independently.
- New AquaBanas at the yacht’s marina platform – private floating lounges with sunshades, tables and chairs for a resort-like experience at sea.
Immersive Polynesian Experiences
Windstar’s exclusive Destination Discovery Event: Polynesian ‘Feast + Fire’, invites guests to a private motu for an evening of Tahitian fire dancing, live music and island cuisine under the stars.
On board, a cultural ambassador teaches ukulele, flower crown and lei-making, how to tie a pareo, and Tahitian language and traditions.
Cooking demonstrations include local favourites like poisson cru with coconut milk and local legends like Tihoti share the sacred history of Polynesian tattooing.
Shore excursions are guided by locals who invite guests to uncover the islands’ secrets: snorkel through coral gardens on a gentle drift, discover how Tahitian vanilla is cultivated or wade into turquoise lagoons to find a pearl of your own.
The yachts’ marina platforms provide direct access to swim from the yacht and enjoy complimentary water sports activities like kayaking and paddle boarding in iconic locations like Bora Bora and Moorea.
Need to Know
- 2027 prices on Star Breeze start from £2,099 per person based on a seven-night ‘Tantalising Tuamotu Islands & Beautiful Bora Bora’ cruise departing 14th January.
- 2027 prices on Wind Star start from £2,261 per person based on seven-night Dreams of Tahiti cruise departing 8th March.
- Early booking offer: reserve by 31st October 2025 for the best fares and suite selection. Enjoy up to $200 in onboard credit and Windstar’s All-In package which includes Wi-Fi, gratuities, and select beverages and is worth £74 per person per day.
- Pay Now, Save More: save an additional 5% when paying in full at the time of booking. This savings is combinable with the early booking offer.
To plan a small ship cruise with Windstar, contact a travel advisor or book through Windstar Cruises’ UK General Sales Agent on 0800 008 6682.
For more details https://www.windstarcruises.co.uk/booking-in-the-uk/. For more information visit www.windstarcruises.co.uk
Source: Kate Selley PR
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