Cruises to Rangiroa, French Polynesia | NCL

Female tourist bathing in the shallow water of the sea under a hanging palm tree on a beach on a desert island in the lagoon of Rangiroa, a tropical atoll near Bora Bora in pacific French Polynesia.

Blue Lagoon. Coral Atolls.

As one of the world’s largest atolls, Rangiroa also holds the distinction of being home to world-renown diving. A string of coral and several hundred islets (motu) circle a turquoise lagoon larger than the island of Tahiti. Rangiroa is a mecca for water-based exploration, from kayaking and snorkeling to glass-bottom boat tours. But don’t miss the chance to visit Rangiroa’s land-based attractions. Stroll a charming village and shop for local crafts, lounge on the powder-white sand beaches or tour a working pearl farm. This unique atoll offers you an unforgettable day in paradise.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Rangiroa, French Polynesia

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Rangiroa motu kiaora village lagoon

Wine sales store in a tropical remote island (Rangiroa, Tuamotu Islands, French Polynesia in 2012)

Wine sales store in Rangiroa.

Boats attached to a pier and a thatched hut inside the tropical lagoon of the pacific atoll Rangiroa, an island of the Tahiti archipelago French Polynesia.

Beautiful views of Rangiroa.

Shark feeding | Rangiroa | French Polynesia

Shark feeding frenzy.

Paradise view of Rangiroa atoll, French Polynesia

Boat docked at beautiful Rangiroa.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

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Big school of Bannerfishes (Heniochus diphreutes). Banner fish in the small canyon. Rangiroa, French Polynesia.

Famous For

A vast turquoise lagoon with vibrant coral reefs and renowned black pearl farms in French Polynesia's Tuamotu Archipelago.

Tahiti food National dish local typical cuisine - Tahitian Raw Fish salad called Poisson Cru in French Polynesia. Top view of hotel restaurant meal in Bora Bora.

Exquisite Flavors

Delight in freshly caught seafood, coconut-infused dishes, and Poisson Cru, a traditional raw fish salad with coconut milk.

beautiful aerial view Rangiroa atoll in south pacific ocean

Fun Facts

Rangiroa boasts one of the world's largest atolls, with a lagoon so vast it could encompass the entire island of Tahiti.

Port Name & Location

Port of Rangiroa
The ship will be anchored and you can be tendered to port.

Language

Local Language is French

Time Zone

THAT (Pacific Tahiti Time)
UTC/GMT -10 hours

Currency & Shopping

CFP Franc (XPF)

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