Aranui will expand with a second luxury passenger-cargo ship sailing in the South Pacific in 2027, the company announced.

The new ship will carry the name Aranoa and sail in the Austral Islands.

“Aranui Cruises’ Aranoa will soon embark on its primary mission: supplying the remote Austral Islands and its residents with the provisions needed most, while also showcasing for our guests the magnificent, untouched and breathtaking islands,” said Eric Wong, EVP of Aranui Cruises, in a prepared statement.

Like the Aranui 5, the new Aranoa is designed as a mixed passenger-freighter vessel, equipped with the latest technology to minimize its environmental impact.

The company said its unique model of inclusive tourism will also help develop the Austral archipelago by offering new economic opportunities, promoting inter-island exchanges and highlighting its vibrant landscapes and rich culture.

“This project is the first cruise of its kind to bring travelers to the Australs,” added Wong. “It reinforces our company’s commitment and significant investment to helping develop economies in the remote Tahitian Islands.”

Aranoa, known in Tahitian as a great “awakening”, will accommodate 198 passengers on each voyage, featuring 93 total cabins, of which 62 cabins include a private balcony. The ship will feature two restaurants, two bars, two whirlpools, one boutique, spa, fitness center, and a tattoo parlor.