Cook Islands & Society Islands (11 NIGHTS)

DAY 1: PAPEETE, TAHITI—WELCOME ABOARD!

3:00 pm LATE ENROLLMENT Reception, Deck 4Sign up for the program (if space is available) any time from embarkation until 8:00 p.m.

5:30 pm LIFEBOAT DRILL1 hour The muster station is on your key card.Mandatory for all guests and crew.

9:30 pm WELCOME ABOARD PARTY 1 hour Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Meet your WCS Naturalists.

DAY 2: HUAHINE—WELCOME ABOARD!

We’re in the Society Islands. Password of the day: “Ia Orana!”9:00 am WELCOME1 hour Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Join WCS Naturalists for an introduction to the family program and what it means to be a Steward of Nature, as well as get-acquainted activities.

10:00 am MANDATORY SWIM TEST45 minutes Pool, Deck 8Required for everyone participating in any snorkeling or swimming activities.

12:30 pm ISLAND EXPLORATION2 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Learn about sacred blue-eyed eels and other creatures, and gain an understanding of the connectivity between ocean and rivers. Bring: a snorkel, mask, fins, water shoes, sunblock, water, field journals, and USD $5 for treats (optional).

3:30 pm TAHITIAN DANCE & OBSERVATIONS2 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Enjoy a performance of authentic Tahitian dance, then share what you learned and scan the ocean with binoculars for sea life.

DAY 3: SEA DAY—NAVIGATING THE HIGH SEAS

Password of the Day: “Echolocation”9:00 am NAVIGATION TALK1/2 hour La Palette, Deck 8Learn about navigation history, and human and animal navigation.

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The Wildlife Conservation Society and Paul Gauguin Cruises present

An interactive environmental education program

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Stewards of Nature Family Program

9:30 am NAVIGATION GAMES & ACTIVITIES1 1/2 hours Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Fun activities with a navigation theme.

11:00 am BOAT-BUILDING CHALLENGE1 1/2 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Build a boat with materials found on the ship, then test and race them in the pool.

2:00 pm BRIDGE & GALLEY TOUR1 1/2 hours Reception, Deck 4Enjoy a private tour for Stewards of Nature.

3:30 pm SCAVENGER HUNT1 hour Ship-wideLearn about the m/s Paul Gauguin and see how many items you can find on board!

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & OCEAN OBSERVATION1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars.

8:00 pm STARGAZING1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Observe the night sky through the onboard telescope, learn about wildlife-themed constellations and navigating with the stars, and create your own constellations!

DAY 4: AITUTAKI—SPINELESS WONDERS

Welcome to the Cook Islands! Password of the Day: “Invertebrate”9:00 am INVERTEBRATE TALK1/2 hour La Palette, Deck 8Learn about crustaceans, sponges, jellyfish, and other invertebrate ocean creatures.

9:30 am ISLAND EXPLORATION3 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5 Enjoy a beach walk and then visit a giant-clam farm. Bring: a snorkel, mask, fins, water shoes, sunblock, water, and field journals.

3:00 pm SUN PRINTS1 hour La Palette, Deck 8Come make ocean-themed prints using the sun!

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & SAIL-AWAY PARTY1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars during a sail-away party.

8:00 pm MOVIE NIGHT1 1/2 hours Captain’s Lounge, Deck 7Join us for a marine-themed movie and snacks. Feel free to wear your pajamas!

DAY 5: RAROTONGA—ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS

Password of the Day: “Adaptation”9:30 am ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS TALK1/2 hour Le Grand Salon, Deck 5, or La Palette, Deck 8Find out how marine animals adapt to a changing environment.

10:00am ADAPTATION GAMES & CRAFTS2 hours La Palette, Deck 8, or Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Create your own ocean creatures and their ideal habitat.

3:30 pm RAROTONGA DANCE TROUPE1/2 hour Pool Deck, Deck 8A local dance troupe will join us aboard ship to demonstrate traditional Cook Island dances.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & SAIL-AWAY PARTY1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars during a sail-away party.

8:00 pm FAMILY OCEAN TRIVIA1 hour La Palette, Deck 8Test your knowledge of the oceans!

DAY 6: SEA DAY—WORLD OF WATER

Password of the Day: “Evaporation”10:00 am WATER TALK1/2 hour Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Learn about the water cycle, water chemistry, and a the changing marine environment.

10:30 am WATER EXPERIMENTS1 1/2 hours La Palette & Pool, Deck 8Attend a drinking-water demonstration and other water activities and experiments.

2:00 pm WATER GAMES1 1/2 hours Pool Deck, Deck 8Enjoy games on the pool deck.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & OCEAN OBSERVATION1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars.

DAY 7: BORA BORA—SHARKS & RAYS

We’re back in the Society Islands! Password of the Day: “Cartilaginous Fish”8:15 am SHARK & RAY SNORKEL EXCURSION3 1/4 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5 Wade and swim with sharks and rays. Bring: a snorkel, mask, fins, water shoes, sunblock, water, and field journals.

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1:00 pm SHARK & RAY TALK1/2 hour La Palette, Deck 8Learn about these important species, the threats they face, and the research and conservation efforts of WCS.

1:30 pm SHARK & RAY OBSERVATIONS & GAMES1 hour La Palette, Deck 8Share your observations of the day and play “Pin the Tag on the Shark.”

3:30 pm POLYNESIAN TATTOOS & TOTEM ANIMALS1 hour La Palette, Deck 8Learn about the symbols and patterns of traditional Polynesian tattoos, and draw your own designs on paper.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & OCEAN OBSERVATION1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars during a sail-away party.

6:30 pm PIZZA PARTY Le Grill, Deck 8Families are welcome at this fun gathering!

DAY 8: BORA BORA—FISH

Password of the Day: “Countershading”10:00 am FISH TALK1/2 hour La Palette, Deck 8Learn about fish and their role in the ocean food web and their importance to their ecosystems and health of the environment.

10:30 am DECODE-A-FISH1 1/2 hours La Palette, Deck 8Solve the mystery of why fish live where they do, while you learn about their anatomy and habitats.

12:00 noon LUNCH WITH NATURALISTS1 hour Le Grill, Deck 8, or La Veranda, Deck 6Have lunch with WCS Naturalists, and learn about careers in science, conservation, and education.

1:00 pm MOTU EXPLORATION, BORA BORA MOTU2 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Observe fish behavior firsthand, then enjoy games and activities on the beach. Bring: a snorkel, mask, fins, water shoes, sunblock, water, and field journals.

3:00 pm FISH PRINTS & CRAFTS1 1/2 hours La Palette, Deck 8Come make your own “fishy” greeting cards or postcards.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & SAIL-AWAY PARTY1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, ob-

serve the ocean through binoculars during a sail-away party.

DAY 9: MOTU MAHANA (TAHA’A)—CORAL REEF ECOSYSTEMS

We’re back in the Society Islands! Password of the day: “Zooxanthellae”9:30 am CORAL TALK1/2 hours La Palette, Deck 8Learn all about coral reefs from WCS’s expert Naturalists.

10:00 am MOTU EXPLORATION, MOTU MAHANA2 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Observe underwater life during Naturalist-led, small-group snorkeling, followed by a scavenger hunt and beach games. Bring: a snorkel, mask, fins, water shoes, sunblock, and field journals.

3:30 pm EDIBLE CORAL PROJECT1 hour Le Grill, Deck 8Learn about coral anatomy while making a sweet treat.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & SAIL-AWAY PARTY1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars during a sail-away party.

6:30 pm STEWARDS OF NATURE TEAM DINNER Le Grill, Deck 8Families are welcome at this fun gathering!

DAY 10: MOOREA—MARINE MAMMALS

Password of the day: “Baleen”9:00 am MARINE MAMMAL TALK1/2 hour La Palette, Deck 8 Learn about marine mammal anatomy, adaptations, and threats.

9:30 am MARINE MAMMAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES2 hours La Palette, Deck 8Learn more about marine mammals and their conservation efforts through fun activities and games.

12:30 pm DOLPHIN & WHALE WATCHING EXCURSION3 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Learn about the dolphin and whale species of French Polynesia from local expert, Dr. Michael Poole. Bring: a snorkel, mask, fins, water shoes, sunblock, and field journals.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & OCEAN OBSERVATION1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars.

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8:00 pm STARGAZING1 hour Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Observe the night sky through the onboard telescope, learn about wildlife-themed constellations and navigating with the stars, and create your own constellations!

DAY 11: MOOREA—SEA TURTLES

Password of the Day: “Scute”9:00 am SEA TURTLE TALK1/2 hour La Palette, Deck 8Find out all about different species of sea turtles, their lives, and WCS’s conservation efforts.

9:30 am CRAFTS & GAMES1 1/2 hours La Palette, Deck 8Enjoy sea turtle crafts and Oceanopoly!

12:30 pm SEA TURTLE CLINIC VISIT3 hours Le Grand Salon, Deck 5 , InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa Tour Te mana o te moana’s turtle rehabilitation facility, followed by activities and games. Bring: water, a hat, sunblock, and field journals.

4:30 pm STEWARD THOUGHTS OF THE DAY & FAREWELL PARTY1 1/2 hours Pool Deck, Deck 8, or Bar du Soleil, Deck 9Share what you learned and thoughts from the day. Then, observe the ocean through binoculars, and say goodbye to your crew.

7:30 pm CLOSING CEREMONY1 hour Le Grand Salon, Deck 5Enjoy sweet treats as you watch a slideshow and share your most memorable experience as a Steward of Nature.

Your WCS Naturalists look for ward to exploring French Polynesia with you and your family!

Itinerary may vary on select departures. Any excursion reservations or cancellations must be

made through the Travel Concierge Office 24 hours prior to departure time.

Schedules subject to change.

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