PONANT EXPLORATIONS

PONANT EXPLORATIONS

When searching for a luxury yacht expedition cruise, there’s one name above all else that you need to know – Ponant Cruises. Founded in 1988 by former French Merchant Navy officers, Ponant combines succulent luxury with authentic adventures on all seven continents.

From classic Mediterranean itineraries and Caribbean sailings, to bucket-list expeditions around Greenland and Antarctica, Ponant cruises proudly counteract the banality of mainstream voyages with a unique take on the concept of small-ship cruising. It’s the absolute trip of a lifetime.

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Cruise Itinerary

Day 1
Longyearbyen
Day 2
At sea
Day 3
Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
Day 4
Hinlopen Strait
Days 5-6
Nordaustlandet Island
Days 7-8
At sea
Days 9-12
Northeast Greenland
Day 13
Ittoqqortoormiit (ex Scoresbysund)
Day 14
Blosseville Coast
Day 15
Tasiilaq
Day 16
At sea
Day 17
Reykjavík
Cruising to Reykjavik offers a unique joy, blending modern urban charm with Icelands dramatic natural landscapes. As your ship approaches, the picturesque view of the city set against the backdrop of mountains and the vast ocean is breathtaking. Reykjavik, known for its vibrant culture and warm, welcoming atmosphere, invites exploration of its quaint streets, colorful houses, and innovative design. The city serves as a gateway to Iceland's geological wonders, including geysers, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. Each elementfrom the lively arts scene to the steamy geothermal poolsenhances the journey, making a cruise to Reykjavik an unforgettable combination of cultural immersion and natural beauty.
Day 1 Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen
Day 2 At sea
At sea
Day 3 Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
Soraust-Svalbard Nature Reserve
Day 4 Hinlopen Strait
Hinlopen Strait
Days 5-6 Nordaustlandet Island
Nordaustlandet Island
Days 7-8 At sea
At sea
Days 9-12 Northeast Greenland
Northeast Greenland
Day 13 Ittoqqortoormiit (ex Scoresbysund)
Ittoqqortoormiit (ex Scoresbysund)
Day 14 Blosseville Coast
Blosseville Coast
Day 15 Tasiilaq
Tasiilaq
Day 16 At sea
At sea
Day 17 Reykjavík
Reykjavík

Cruising to Reykjavik offers a unique joy, blending modern urban charm with Icelands dramatic natural landscapes. As your ship approaches, the picturesque view of the city set against the backdrop of mountains and the vast ocean is breathtaking. Reykjavik, known for its vibrant culture and warm, welcoming atmosphere, invites exploration of its quaint streets, colorful houses, and innovative design. The city serves as a gateway to Iceland's geological wonders, including geysers, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. Each elementfrom the lively arts scene to the steamy geothermal poolsenhances the journey, making a cruise to Reykjavik an unforgettable combination of cultural immersion and natural beauty.

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245
Passengers
215
Crew
2021
Launched
31757t
Tonnage
150m
Length
28m
Width
15kts
Speed
5
Decks
EUR
Currency
Ship review: Le Commandant Charcot [2026]

Ship review: Le Commandant Charcot [2026]

Discover what makes this expedition ship, named after the ‘Gentleman of the Poles’, tick, from its haute cuisine to its two science labs. 

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