The Most Beautiful Address in Polynesia: The One You Choose.
Reinvent the idea of a second home and experience Polynesia in a whole new way from your own boat.
You’re considering buying a second home in Polynesia to enjoy its incredible culture, landscapes, and tropical climate. A home base from which you can explore the islands and lagoons. But instead of a fare, a villa, or any other fixed residence, have you ever thought about owning a boat?
Within the Sail Tahiti catalog, the Beneteau Swift Trawler, Beneteau Gran Turismo et Wellcraft Explorer motorboats are strong alternatives that, in our view, truly deserve to be considered.
A Second Home in Polynesia—Aboard Your Own Boat
The comfort of a home, the freedom to move.
In Polynesia, a liveaboard motorboat or yacht is an option for a second home that people don’t consider often enough. When the boat offers enough space and comfort, life on board can feel remarkably close to living in a traditional home!
But on a liveaboard boat, owners also embrace a nomadic lifestyle: in Tahiti, Moorea, Huahine, Taha’a, or beyond, the boat offers the freedom to move and explore at will. A floating home base lets you change scenery from one bay to the next and discover Polynesia’s many lagoons, one after another…
Adventure awaits!
A Boat-Home for Your Holidays
A true floating home in Polynesia, a motorboat can perfectly accompany you on every stay in Tahiti and the islands:
On board, you have your own spaces and belongings, just like in your primary home.
Your boat-home takes you wherever you want to go, guided by your desires and the weather. You can move from island to island, from anchorage to anchorage, at your own pace…
You can cover long distances quickly—even in situations that might be challenging for a sailboat, against the wind or strong currents.
With a well-equipped boat (with a generator, a watermaker, solar panels, etc.) you are 100% self-sufficient and can stay at anchor for several days without having to go and resupply.
The Boat-Home in Polynesia: Advantages Over a Traditional Second Home
While a traditional second home in Polynesia would mean spending your vacations on a single island—or arranging inter-island transport and additional accommodations for travel—a motorboat offers the chance to explore more and truly live in the moment. With a floating second home, there’s no land to maintain, no neighbors, and often no need to dedicate as much of your budget… For us, the choice is clear!
Maintenance is another area where differences stand out: caring for a boat is often easier and more cost-effective than maintaining a house. From afar, it’s also simpler to delegate the management of a boat than that of a traditional residence. Definitely something to consider…
Key Criteria for Choosing a Second-Home Boat in Polynesia
Before choosing the ideal motorboat to serve as your second home in Tahiti, several factors need to be considered:
French Polynesia isn’t always a destination for short cruises: the climate is pleasant year-round, there are countless islands to explore, and many owners spend several weeks—or even months—each year there. For this reason, when choosing a boat for medium- or long-term stays in Polynesia, livability becomes a key consideration.
We recommend looking for a motorboat that offers:
- Spacious cabins to live comfortably on board and accommodate family and/or friends
- A fully equipped galley open to the outdoors
- One or more comfortable bathrooms
- Bright living spaces
- Hot water, ventilation, and air conditioning….
To sail from Tahiti to the Tuamotu Islands, or from the Marquesas to the Gambier archipelago, you’ll need a boat capable of handling long passages safely and independently. We recommend choosing a second-home boat that offers:
- Good seaworthiness – to ensure comfortable sailing, even offshore
- A solid cruising speed – to reduce travel time between archipelagos
- Generous fuel tanks – to cover long distances without stopping
In any case, choose a reliable boat you can always count on!
Comparison of Second-Home Boats for Polynesia
Choosing the ideal motorboat for a second home in Polynesia depends on your preferred style of cruising, your budget, and the level of comfort you want on board. Within the Sail Tahiti catalog, three ranges of boats stand out for this specific purpose:
Beneteau Swift Trawler, Beneteau Gran Turismo and Wellcraft Explorer.
Swift Trawler: Comfortable “boat-homes” designed for long-distance cruising
Designed for long-distance cruising, the Beneteau Swift Trawlers handle the sea well and are perfectly suited for life on board. Models like the Swift Trawler 37, 41, 48, 54, and Grand Trawler 63 also offer impressive range—ideal for exploring Polynesia!
Gran Turismo: A livable sport-cruiser that’s stylish and fast
Designed for those who love to sail fast and enjoy the Polynesian outdoors, Beneteau’s Gran Turismo range combines performance with beautiful living spaces. Like the Swift Trawlers, models such as the Gran Turismo 35, 40, and 50 can make perfect second homes in Polynesia.
Wellcraft Explorer: The Boat-Home for Experiencing Polynesia in Complete Freedom
A true 4×4 of the sea, the Wellcraft Explorer is perfect for all activities: exploration, fishing, diving, coastal cruising… The Wellcraft 38 Explorer is a powerhouse of innovation and performance, ready to let you experience Polynesia in the best possible way.
Our Support in Finding Your Floating Home Base
Does the idea of making a boat your second home in Polynesia appeal to you? Has the Swift Trawler’s autonomy and comfort, the Gran Turismo’s speed and design, or the Wellcraft Explorer’s versatility convinced you?
Whether in Tahiti or beyond, the success of a floating second-home project largely depends on quality support. The good news: Sail Tahiti is here to help you choose the right motorboat to live on, maintain it, and prepare it for each of your arrivals!
