Ponant
A cruise line with French origins, Ponant are a torchbearer for expedition style cruising, with their vessels sailing to some of the most enchanting corners of the world.
Ponant's first vessel, the ever popular Le Ponant was launched in 1991 and this sleek, 1,443 modern sailing ship is still going strong. Le Ponant charts unique sailings to the Medterranean, Cuba and more.
In 2010 the first of four 264-passenger yachts with AIC ice-hardened hulls was added to the fleet. In 2021 a liquified natural gas powered icebreaker joined the fleet, offering voyages to the Geographic North Pole and remote parts of Antarctica.
PONANT EXPLORER SHIPS
So successful is the Ponant brand that six state-of-the-art "Ponant Explorer" ships are scheduled to join the fleet in the next few years. The first of these two are Le Lapérouse and Le Champlain, which made their debut in 2018. With only 92 staterooms and suites, these all balcony luxury exploration ships couple ultra-chic French design with cutting-edge technology at the forefront of boutique-style exploration cruising.
Each of the "Ponant Explorer" class ships will be fitted with a 'Blue Eye' underwater lounge, a world first which allows guests to see the underwater world through two portholes.
PONANT presents Polar Cruises
A cruise line with French origins, Ponant are a torchbearer for expedition style cruising, with their vessels sailing to some of the most enchanting corners of the world. Ponant's first vessel, the ever popular Le Ponant was launched in 1991 and this sleek, 1,443 modern sailing ship is still going strong. Le Ponant charts unique sailings to the Mediterranean, Cuba and more. In 2010 the first of four 264-passenger yachts with AIC ice-hardened hulls was added to the fleet. In 2021 a liquified natural gas powered icebreaker joined the fleet, offering voyages to the Geographic North Pole and remote parts of Antarctica.
PONANT presents Tropical Cruises
Snorkelling and diving aficionados, travellers in search of genuine authenticity, modern explorers… The Oceania and Pacific islands cruises have been created specifically with you in mind. With ports of call at the idyllic beaches of French Polynesia and New Caledonia, these cruises provide exceptional opportunities to go snorkelling and admire some of the most beautiful seabed environments in the world.
What to expect onboard Ponant Cruises with The Cruise Specialists
An exceptional 5-star service from professional staff who are there to ensure your cruise will be one to be remembered. Onboard FREE unlimited Wi-Fi, an open bar with unlimited drinks, a pillow menu and room service are all available along with a private butler service provided with various suites.
Treat yourself to one of the top of the range treatments, discover the massage cabins, Turkish baths or snow rooms within the spa or visit the gym with all of the latest equipment and machines with daily morning workout sessions.
Explore the sunny beaches of the Mediterranean and the colourful coasts of Asia to the majestic glaciers of the Antarctic. Ponant will take you to the less visited destinations, which only very lucky people get to see!
Ponant pay special attention to each of the meals they serve. Spreading the French way of life around the world all meals are crafted by talented chefs with inspiring and enriched flavours all sourced directly from the places they visit.
There are various different lounges and bars throughout the ship for guests to spend quality time together. Simply relax, drink or take part in dance classes. There is also films, live performances, concerts and shops onboard for guests to enjoy and discover.
Themed cruises from art & museums, music, theatre and literature to fine dining & wining tasting can be found on board. Each season Ponant enhance their selection allowing you to combine your passions with your holiday.