Seven Seas Mariner
February 1, 2026

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, offers docking at Honolulu Port. Travelers explore Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic memorials and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Honolulu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Honolulu an engaging destination for exploration.

Nawiliwili, Kauai, Hawaii, offers docking at Nawiliwili Port. Travelers explore Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast. Excursions include snorkeling at Tunnels Beach. Local markets sell shave ice. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged cliffs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like kukui nut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance canyon hikes. Nawiliwili’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and marine adventures, making Nawiliwili an engaging destination.

Returning to Nawiliwili — see Day 2 above for port info.

Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, offers docking at Lahaina Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Front Street and Banyan Tree Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Lanai. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic whaling towns and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Lahaina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic streets and marine adventures, making Lahaina an engaging destination.

Cross International Date Line offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers experience the time shift at sea, gaining or losing a day. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season varies by itinerary, typically warm for Pacific crossings. Photography captures vast ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history and navigation. Light clothing suits the variable climate, while comfortable shoes enhance deck walks. Crossing the Date Line offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of educational briefings and open-sea relaxation, making the Date Line an engaging destination for exploration.

Fanning Island, Kiribati, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to coral atolls. Travelers snorkel vibrant reefs, spotting parrotfish and rays. Excursions visit traditional Kirchbati villages, showcasing local dances. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings calm seas. Photography captures palm-fringed lagoons and sunsets. Dining onboard includes coconut-based dishes, reflecting island flavors. Souvenirs, like woven mats, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Fanning Island’s remote beauty and vibrant marine life offer a tranquil Pacific escape, immersing travelers in Kiribati’s pristine atolls and cultural traditions.

Returning to Cross International Dateline — see Day 7 above for port info.

Rangiroa, French Polynesia, offers docking at Avatoru Port. Travelers explore Tiputa Pass’ coral reefs and pearl farms. Excursions include snorkeling in the Blue Lagoon. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for marine tours. Photography captures turquoise atolls and marine life. Dining onboard includes mahi-mahi, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Rangiroa’s lagoon allure offers a vibrant Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine adventures, pearl culture, and atoll beauty, making Rangiroa an engaging destination for exploring French Polynesia’s natural wonders.

Raiatea, French Polynesia, offers docking at Uturoa Port. Travelers explore Taputapuatea’s UNESCO marae and vanilla plantations. Excursions include snorkeling at Motu Iriru. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures sacred sites and lagoon vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Raiatea’s cultural allure offers a vibrant Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of sacred heritage, scenic lagoons, and island culture, making Raiatea an engaging destination for exploring French Polynesia’s beauty.

Bora Bora, French Polynesia, offers docking at Vaitape Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Matira Beach and Mount Otemanu. Excursions include lagoon snorkeling. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bora Bora’s island charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning lagoons and scenic beaches, making Bora Bora an engaging destination.

Returning to Bora Bora — see Day 13 above for port info.

Papeete, Tahiti, offers docking at Papeete Port. Travelers explore Point Venus and Bougainville Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Moorea’s lagoon. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures black-sand beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Tahitian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Papeete’s island charm offers a vibrant French Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic lagoons, making Papeete an engaging destination for exploration.