Ponant

Cruising with Ponant: stylish travel without compromise. Be enchanted by iconic waterways such as the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, picturesque Norwegian fjords, the enchanting Panama Canal or exotic regions such as the Azores, the Caribbean and the Amazon. On board, you’ll enjoy culinary delights, elegant suites and first-class service in a small-scale, intimate atmosphere. Each cruise combines relaxation with cultural discovery, guided by expert tour leaders and local specialists. Ponant offers small-scale, luxurious voyages that take you from world cities to hidden treasures.

Ponant boasts a varied and modern fleet, designed for both luxury cruises and adventurous expedition cruises. The elegant three-masted Le Ponant offers an intimate sailing experience. The PONANT EXPLORERS, such as Le Lapérouse and Le Champlain, combine innovative design with environmentally friendly technology. The sister ships Le Boréal, L’Austral, Le Soléal and Le Lyrial offer comfort and style for cultural voyages. For extreme polar voyages, there is Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first hybrid electric icebreaker. Each ship is small-scale, luxuriously appointed and offers access to unique destinations that larger cruise ships cannot reach; always with a focus on expertise and discovery.

An expedition cruise with Ponant is all about active exploration and immersive experiences. Using Zodiacs, you’ll go ashore at remote locations inaccessible to larger ships, from polar regions and volcanic islands to tropical beaches and nature reserves. Accompanied by nature guides, biologists and other experts, you’ll go on walks through unspoilt landscapes, observe wildlife up close and immerse yourself in the history and culture of extraordinary destinations. Depending on the itinerary, you can take part in activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, nature walks and cultural visits. Every excursion brings you closer to nature, the local people and the unique surroundings you are visiting.

Ponant combines luxury cruises with advanced maritime technology. Its state-of-the-art ships are equipped with innovative navigation and positioning systems, ensuring that even remote and challenging destinations can be reached safely. Thanks to advanced stabilisation technology, you’ll enjoy extra comfort on board, whilst modern bridge systems continuously optimise the route and sailing efficiency. On the expedition ships, specially designed Zodiacs, panoramic observation areas and underwater lounges such as the Blue Eye ensure a unique experience of the surroundings. This combination of technological innovation and elegant design makes every journey with Ponant an exceptional voyage of discovery.