Windstar
Windstar offers a boutique cruising experience on a collection of sailing yachts and elegant smaller ships. Explore Off the beaten path destinations and smaller ports across Europe, the Caribbean Plus year round cruises in Tahiti
Why Choose Windstar Cruises?
Small Ship Luxury
With a fleet of sailing ships and motor yachts Windstar offers a laid back sailing vibe in some of the world's most picturesque destinations with only 150-340 guests
Windstar Sailing Yacht and Motor Yacht
Hidden Destinations
The Small ships of Windstar can visit secluded harbours and lesser known destinations that larger ships simply cannot reach. This offers you a richer cultural experience away from the crowds
Windstar Beach BBQ
Tahiti Cruises
Windstar offer year round cruising in Tahiti which is the perfect most cost effective way to see these beautiful islands. Check out our fantastic package offers including flights from NZ
Star Breeze in Tahiti
Relaxed Casual Luxury
Windstar combines luxury with a laid back vibe, no crowds, no rigid schedules, just elegant comfort without the formality
Windstar Star Pride Candles Restaurant
Authentic & Immersive
From local cultural experiences to destination rich focused itineraries, the emphasis is on truly connecting with each place you visit
Windstar Sirince Village visit
What's included?
Accommodation
Windstar’s small yacht-style ships offer comfortable staterooms and suites, with many featuring ocean views or private verandas. The ships are intimate, carrying between 148 and 342 guests.
Dining
All dining is included, including specialty restaurants, snacks and 24-hour room service. Menus are inspired by local cuisine and the cruise line’s partnership with the James Beard Foundation.
Drinks
Soft drinks, bottled water, specialty tea and coffee are included.
Activities & Entertainment
Guests can enjoy trivia, themed entertainment, cooking demonstrations, yoga classes, destination lectures and local performances on select voyages.
Watersports Platform
One of Windstar’s most unique inclusions is its watersports marina on select sailings, with complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, floating platforms and snorkel gear available straight from the back of the ship.
Extras
A digital newsstand, champagne welcome reception, fitness centre and sauna access are included. Wi-Fi, gratuities and alcoholic drinks can be added with an all-inclusive package.
Who do Windstar Cruises suit?
Couples ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Honeymooners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Solo travellers ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Families ⭐☆☆☆☆
Luxury travellers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Retired travellers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Windstar Promotions & Cruise Offers
Windstar Celebrates 40 years in Tahiti
In 1986, Windstar first sailed into French Polynesia. Forty years and thousands of voyages later, that experience shows in the way you explore these islands: Tahitian Cultural Ambassadors who sail the full itinerary, an overnight in Bora Bora that becomes a Polynesian feast, fire-dancing celebration on a private motu, and year-round voyages across three archipelagos, including the remote Marquesas that few other cruise lines visit
The all-suite Star Breeze sails French Polynesia year-round, with itineraries spanning the Society Islands, the Tuamotus and the Marquesas. In early 2027, the 148-guest sailing yacht WindStar joins her, giving you two distinct ways to experience the region at yacht scale.
Now, there’s another reason to say yes: Book by November 17, 2026, and enjoy a complimentary All-Inclusive Package on select dates — gratuities, unlimited Wi-Fi and select beer, cocktails and wine by the glass.
Windstar's Hottest Deals for Kiwis
Weekly specials & popular cruises - On Sale for a limited time
Tantalising Tuamotu Islands & Bora Bora
- Departure - Papeete (Tahiti)
- 7 stops
- Arrival - Papeete (Tahiti)
Dreams of Tahiti
- Departure - Papeete (Tahiti)
- 10 stops
- Arrival - Papeete (Tahiti)
South Pacific Island Hopper
- Departure - Lautoka
- 12 stops
- Arrival - Papeete (Tahiti)
Windstar Asia Cruise Deals
Enjoy an in-depth Asia holiday on the brand new Star Seeker, visit smaller destinations that the big ships cannot reach. Cruises on sale now through to 2028 and include Japan, Thailand, Vietnam & more
Thailand & Vietnam Christmas Cruise
- Departure - Klong Toey (Bangkok)
- 11 stops
- Arrival - Ha Long Bay (Hanoi)
Hidden Gems of Japan
- Departure - Tokyo
- 10 stops
- Arrival - Osaka
Windstar Mini Breaks
FAQ and Tips from our Cruise Specialists
Windstar ships use USD onboard
Tip! It is a cashless society onboard so register your credit card at check in and use your room key as a charge card onboard
Yes there are a choice of Drinks packages or for best value, we suggest you book the Windstar All-In Package as that gives you Wifi, plus the drinks package and prepaid gratuities
Yes there are a choice of Wi-Fi packages or for best value, we suggest you book the Windstar All-In Package as that gives you Wifi, plus the drinks package and prepaid gratuities
Gratuities are included if you book the All-In Package. On other fares Windstar charges around US$12pp per day for onboard gratuities which is automatically charged to your onboard account.
Find Your Perfect Windstar Cruise
Browse all our amazing Windstar cruises below, fare shown are indicative only. Use the filters to narrow down the results to find your perfect cruise. Although Windstar are not bookable on our web site at this time, you can browse their beautiful itineraries and send an online request to our team for the latest cruise deals & fares on your preferred sailing.
Meet the fleet
We found
1203 cruises
- Departure - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- 6 stops
- Arrival - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Departure - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- 12 stops
- Arrival - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Departure - Ha Long Bay (Hanoi), Vietnam
- 8 stops
- Arrival - Klong Toey (Bangkok), Thailand
- Departure - Ha Long Bay (Hanoi), Vietnam
- 17 stops
- Arrival - Phuket, Thailand
- Departure - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- 7 stops
- Arrival - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Departure - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- 12 stops
- Arrival - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Departure - Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia
- 10 stops
- Arrival - Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia
- Departure - Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia
- 18 stops
- Arrival - Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia
- Departure - Bridgetown, Barbados
- 9 stops
- Arrival - Colón, Panama
- Departure - Bridgetown, Barbados
- 15 stops
- Arrival - Puerto Caldera (Puntarenas), Costa Rica