The Marquesas are among the most remote and dramatic islands in the world, a wild and beautiful archipelago in the far north of French Polynesia. Unlike the low coral atolls of the Pacific, they are towering volcanic islands of soaring jagged peaks, deep bays and lush valleys, offering some of the most spectacular and culturally rich cruising anywhere on earth.
The islands are celebrated for their raw natural grandeur, where dramatic cliffs and razor-edged ridges plunge into the ocean, waterfalls tumble through emerald valleys, and deep, sheltered bays offer beautiful and secluded anchorages. This wild, untamed scenery has inspired artists and writers, including Gauguin, for generations.
The Marquesas are also home to one of the richest living Polynesian cultures in the Pacific, with ancient stone sites, intricate carving, traditional tattooing and vibrant dance. Remote and rarely visited, they offer a profound sense of discovery and authenticity.
Ashore, the islands offer a warm welcome, fascinating heritage and dramatic landscapes to explore. Their wild beauty and culture are exceptional.
With their soaring peaks, deep bays and rich culture, the Marquesas are a remote and dramatic jewel of French Polynesia. Guests can anchor beneath towering cliffs, explore ancient Polynesian sites and experience the wild grandeur of one of the most remote archipelagos on earth.
