First cruises from December 2026
Na Hiro e Pae
The new mixed cargo ship of the Austral Islands, assisted by the wind
Welcome aboard the Na Hiro e Pae
The Na Hiro e Pae is the new mixed cargo ship of the Société de Navigation des Australes. It succeeds the Tuhaa Pae IV and takes you from Tahiti to the Austral Islands, one of the most unspoilt archipelagos in Polynesia. More than a crossing, it is an authentic cruise, at the pace of the ports of call, the crew and the islanders.
The wind carries us, the Australs bring us together.
Computer-generated image: the Na Hiro e Pae is under construction, real photos will follow.
With the Na Hiro e Pae, a fresh wind blows through the journey to the Austral Islands.
Its electric propulsion favours a smooth, comfortable ride on board, while its eSAIL® turns the power of the wind into fuel savings and lower CO2 emissions. A world first for a multipurpose vessel.
You travel aboard the ship that carries the freight the islands depend on: a single crossing, with a carbon footprint we are committed to reducing.
This commitment continues on board: engines able to run on biofuel as soon as it becomes available in Polynesia, optimised waste management, fresh water self-sufficiency.
Connecting our islands, caring for our customers, our goods and our ocean.
− 10%
estimated energy consumption
Biofuel
engines ready to use it as soon as it is available in Polynesia
Fresh water
self-sufficient on board
Life on board
As soon as you step off the gangway, our team welcomes you and hands you your cabin keys along with the voyage programme. The crew quickly becomes your travelling family: our sailors are happy to share their passion for the sea and for the Austral Islands.
Restaurant · deck 4
Flavours of the islands
Islanders, students heading home, travellers from the other side of the world: at the restaurant, everyone shares the same table, and conversation flows.
On the menu, Polynesian flavours and produce from the fenua, the islands’ land. Your first port of call is a gourmet one.
Tuhaa Pae snack bar · deck 5
A drink facing the ocean
At the stern of the ship, the snack bar welcomes you for a tasty break, with the open sea as far as the eye can see.
Settle in comfortably, a refreshment in hand, and watch the sun set over the Austral Islands.
Luxury and Premium cabins · deck 6
The calm of the upper decks
Travelling in a Vaiamanu Luxury or Gagniha Premium cabin? The upper decks are reserved for guests in these cabins: calm, privacy and comfort, for an exceptional crossing.
Computer-generated images: the Na Hiro e Pae is under construction, real photos will follow.
Sun Deck · deck 7
Under the Austral sky
At the very top of the ship, the Sun Deck opens onto the vastness of the ocean. In season, look out for the blow of the whales. In the evening, let yourself be swept away by the colours of the sunset, then by the magic of starry nights.
Choose your cabin
33 cabins and a dormitory welcome up to 194 passengers. All cabins are air-conditioned.
Luxury and Premium
Guests in Luxury and Premium cabins share access to deck 6, an area reserved for them.
Vaiamanu Luxury
Large double bed, lounge, desk, private bathroom and balcony.
Gagniha Premium 1
Single bed, private bathroom, large porthole with ocean view.
Gagniha Premium 2
Large double bed, private bathroom, large porthole overlooking the private Sun Deck.
Double and Family
With a lounge area on deck 5, next to the snack bar.
Eteroa
Double bed or convertible beds, porthole, private bathroom.
Tumura’i Central
Double bed, private bathroom.
Oparo
4 single beds, private bathroom.
Nuiova
4 single beds, private bathroom.
Computer-generated images: the Na Hiro e Pae is under construction, real photos will follow.
An accessible ship. The Na Hiro e Pae has a cabin designed for people with reduced mobility, so that everyone can discover the Austral Islands.
194
passengers
1,500 t
of freight carried
11 knots
service speed
89 m
in length
They experienced the Austral Islands cruise
Thank you very much for this absolute wonderful voyage !!! I had the best time in my life ! … a dream come true !… To travel with a cargo ship is the best experience you can do ! Because it’s life, real life !
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this magnificent journey through so much beauty, accompanied by simplicity and kindness.
A heartfelt thank you for this magnificent journey of the heart, eyes, and soul, filled with mana. Congratulations on everything! ... Thank you for your kindness, your hospitality, your laughter... You will remain etched in our hearts, our memories.