PONANT
The world leader in small-ship cruising, PONANT has been traversing the earth for over 35 years. On board, guests can expect exceptional service, world-class cuisine, and interactions with experts. From fascinating destinations to respect for the environment, guests will have the experience of a lifetime onboard a PONANT voyage.
Did you know?
- PONANT is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership with the world’s leading South Sea pearling company, PASPALEY, as they introduce a 30-guest boutique expedition yacht offering sailings through East Indonesia, Raja Ampat, Australia’s Kimberley, and Papua New Guinea.
- PONANT has alliances with prestigious organizations such as Smithsonian Journeys and The Explorers Club.
- Starting in the winter of 2024/2025, one excursion will be included per person and per stopover on every PONANT cruise.
- The latest ship, Le Commandant Charcot, is the world’s first and only luxury expedition icebreaker, and is also the only passenger ship capable of reaching places like the geographic and magnetic North Poles, sailing the St. Lawrence River in winter and dipping well below the Antarctic peninsula which very few have visited.
- In 2023, Le Ponant, their sailing yacht and the first ship in the fleet, became the world’s first sailing yacht to obtain the Relais & Châteaux label.
- All-inclusive pricing with open bar, gratuities, port fees, WiFi and taxes (including Zodiac explorations/landings on expeditions).
- Sustainability is in the brand’s DNA, with 100% of the fleet being “Clean Ship” certified.
- 100% of staterooms have private balconies on Le Commandant Charcot, and 6 PONANT Explorer Ships (La Laperouse, Le Dumont-d’Urville, Le Champlain, Le Jacques-Cartier, Le Bougainville, Le Bellot); 95% of staterooms have private balconies on the 4 PONANT Sisterships (Le Boreal, L’Austral, Le Soleal, Le Lyrial).
- In 2023, PONANT announced plans for a new carbon-neutral ship, which will be ready by 2030.
- Le Commandant Charcot restaurant, Nuna, is the only Michelin-starred Alain Ducasse restaurant on a cruise ship.
HIGHLIGHTS
- For 35+ years, PONANT has been the world leader in luxury expeditions with ultra-modern, intimate ships and well-designed itineraries while offering attentive service with a French flair.
- PONANT specializes in small-ship voyages, offering departures with no more than 264 guests onboard, to destinations spanning all 7 continents exploring far-flung corners of the planet others cannot, including the Geographic North Pole, South Pole, and Papua New Guinea.
- Enjoy the luxury of an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio where all needs are anticipated.
- Visiting the planet’s most remote, hidden, and off-the-beaten-path locations requires having the utmost respect for the ecosystems that compose these places and the communities that live in them; the PONANT fleet of small ships is designed with the latest innovations to ensure the comfort of our passengers and respect for underwater wildlife.
- Unrivaled ships including Le Ponant, a wind-powered sailing yacht, featuring just 16 staterooms, and Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s only luxury icebreaker and the first-ever hybrid-electric extreme polar exploration ship powered by Liquified Natural Gas.
- PONANT offers truly transformational experiences including a Nordic Skiing Polar Trek.
consumer offer
Enjoy up to 30% savings
with PONANT BONUS FARES when booking early.
This is an evergreen offer and is subject to availability. Savings are greater when booking early and pricing does change according to availability.
PONANT also waives single supplements entirely on select sailings. Go to: us.ponant.com and select special offers at the home page and then Solo Travelers Fares.
unique facts
PONANT, with over 36 years of experience, has been a pioneer in luxury expedition cruising, offering unparalleled exploration on the industry's smallest luxury expedition yachts. As one of the first to combine luxury with expedition travel, PONANT continues to set the standard in this space. The company has earned numerous awards for sustainability, with all ships carrying the Clean-Ship designation and being the first maritime cruise line to receive Green Globe Certification through Green Marine.
PONANT's immersive programs are enhanced through partnerships with prestigious organizations such as Smithsonian Journeys, The Explorers Club, and Relais & Châteaux, offering guests enriching experiences and access to expert speakers. The brand's far-reaching itineraries provide unmatched access to unique destinations, including North Pole expeditions aboard the icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot, and the exploration of Oceania's smaller tributaries and rivers aboard the 30-guest Paspaley Pearl by Ponant. Additionally, Le Ponant, a 32-guest yacht now part of the Relais & Châteaux Collection, along with Paspaley Pearl, offers exceptional opportunities for charter or buyout experiences.
