Cruises Operated by Ponant Explorations Group

from $69,000

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Unexplored Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia - Tasmania - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Experience half-circumnavigation
• Explore inaccessible Antarctica
• Encounter wildlife
• Discover more of Antarctica
• Trace footsteps of explorers

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Santiago / Hobart

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Embark on a 31-day Antarctic adventure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Experience dreamlike landscapes and abundant wildlife, including penguins and whales. Explore iconic sites like Marie Byrd Land and Ross Sea before returning via Macquarie Island.

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from $64,710

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Trace footsteps of explorers
• Set sail from Hobart
• Navigate through coastal ice floes
• wildlife of the Southern Ocean
• eastern side of Antarctica

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Cape Town

Activities

Spa Relaxation, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.

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from $30,750

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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Spot incredible wildlife
• Explore unique flora and fauna
• Follow the paths of explorers
• Marvel at pristine ice formations

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Dunedin / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

On this 22-day journey aboard Le Soleal, follow in the footsteps of pioneers such as Scott, Shackleton, and Borchgrevink. From New Zealand, cruise to Antarctica through the Ross Sea, visiting subantarctic islands, observing the region's spectacular wildlife, and admiring unspoiled landscapes.

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from $56,120

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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Longyearbyen - Nome - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Set sail through the ice floe
• Exploration of Svalbard
• Watch the arctic wildlife
• Experience brand new activities

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Longyearbyen / Nome

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Variable

Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Longyearbyen to Nome. Cross these ice-covered landscapes of the Arctic by sea and explore the research projects that are part of the scientific mission taking place on board.

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from $23,320

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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore Kitissuarsuit’s traditions
• Visit Sisimiut's colorful town
• Discover Pond Inlet landscapes
• Explore Disko Bay’s icebergs

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

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Embark on a 20-day expedition to and from Kangerlussuaq aboard the Le Boreal. Explore the Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage, featuring Greenland's icebergs, coastal villages, and Inuit culture in Arctic Bay.

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from $23,470

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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
• Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Admire the enormous Smoking Hills

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 20-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq aboard the L'Austral, exploring Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage. Discover stunning Arctic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Inuit culture along the way.

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from $18,610

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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Antarctica's landscape
• Explore South Georgia's wildlife
• Experience the Falkland Islands
• See Valdes Peninsula's wildlife

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 20-day cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires aboard L'Austral. Explore Antarctica’s icebergs, glaciers, and wildlife, from penguins to whales. Visit South Georgia, home to king penguins and elephant seals, then the Falkland Islands with rugged shores and seabirds. End at Valdes Peninsula, where orcas hunt and guanacos roam.

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from $19,050

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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Visit Salisbury Plain penguins
• Cross the Drake Passage
• Land at Gold Harbor
• Zodiac outings in Antarctica

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia on this 19-day expedition aboard Le Boreal, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Watch wildlife like penguins, orcas, and seals. Experience landings, zodiac outings, and remote glaciers across one of the world’s last true wildernesses.

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from $10,430

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From New Caledonia to Micronesia

Noumea - Guam - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Discover Lifou's Coral Cliffs
• Experience Santa Ana culture
• Snorkel Lamotrek’s clear waters
• See volcanoes in Rabaul

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Noumea / Guam

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Variable

Join an 18-day expedition cruise from Noumea to Guamon aboard the Le Soléal. Explore captivating islands, vibrant landscapes, and historic sites in Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, and Micronesia.

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from $16,600

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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Kangerlussuaq to Halifax - 18 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Cruise Canada's remote coastlines
• Explore Labrador's rugged fjords
• Walk through Viking ruins
• Spot Arctic marine wildlife

Starts / Ends

Kangerlussuaq / Halifax

Activities

Village Visits, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Kangerlussuaq to Halifax on an 18-day expedition aboard. Explore Greenland's icy wilderness, Nunavut's Inuit communities, Newfoundland’s Viking history, and the French islands of Saint Pierre and Miquelon. Hike rugged coasts, spot Arctic wildlife, and discover Canada’s northern heritage.

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from $20,930

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Expedition to the Thule Region

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Sail between the ice floes
• Discover traditional villages
• Explore the wildlife of Arctic
• See the largest icebergs

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Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Variable

Departing from cosmopolitan Paris, luxurious L'Austral takes you north to Arctic Greenland on this 17-day expedition cruise. Explore Baffin Bay, discovering the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, marvel at the Arctic landscapes.

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from $11,640

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New Guinea Odyssey

Darwin - Cairns - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Discover Papua New Guinea
• Visit the Tami islands
• Watch the Asaro Mudmen
• Swim and snorkel on beaches

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Cairns / Darwin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark Le Soleal for a brand-new 17-day tropical expedition cruise to discover the sublime natural landscapes of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, stopping in stunning ports of Banda Neira, Triton Bay, Jayapura, Kopar, Madang, and Tami Islands.

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from $37,420

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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Discover the Nordaustlandet
• Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
• Sail through Hinlopen Strait
• Watch the arctic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

Activities

Skiing

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day cruise exploring the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in early summer, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes.

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from $12,680

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New Guinea Odyssey

Cairns - Darwin - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Cairns
• Discover Alotau
• Experience Tufi
• Witness Tami Islands

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Darwin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day cruise from Cairns to Darwin aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Unveil the mysteries of Papua New Guinea, known as the land of a thousand cultures. Visit the Kei Islands and enjoy the pristine white-sand beaches of the Malukus. Learn about the region's history, culture, and diverse flora and fauna from an expert expedition team.

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from $46,200

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The Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• See Longyearbyen’s Arctic wildlife
• See Templefjord’s majestic glaciers
• See polar bears in Magdalenefjorden
• Sail to the Geographic North Pole

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 17-day Geographic North Pole cruise through the Arctic’s pristine landscapes aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Journey from Svalbard's glaciers and fjords to Greenland’s untouched coasts and Iceland's vibrant capital, Reykjavik. Explore the majestic ice floes, encounter rare wildlife like polar bears and whales, and immerse yourself in Inuit traditions.

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from $9,820

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From Fiji to Micronesia

Lautoka - Guam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• See Bougainville’s WWII sites
• Experience Lamotrek Atoll
• Snorkel at Njari Island
• Witness Ambrym’s Rom dance

Starts / Ends

Lautoka / Guam

Activities

Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day Fiji to Micronesia cruise aboard Le Soleal. This adventure takes you to stunning atolls, vibrant marine ecosystems, and cultural treasures.

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from $11,340

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An Escapade in the Heart of Melanesia

Darwin - Lautoka - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Darwin’s tropical cityscape
• Visit Thursday Island’s fort
• Experience Port Moresby wildlife
• Discover Alotau’s WWII sites

Starts / Ends

Darwin / Lautoka

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Australia and Melanesia, including Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Discover Thursday Island's WWII history, the Solomon Islands' tropical beauty, and Vanuatu's vibrant landscapes before finishing in Lautoka, Fiji.

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from $41,920

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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Discover the Geographic North Pole
• Admire Scoresby Sund
• Sailing the heart of the ice floe

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Discover our planet’s northernmost point during this unique 16-day sailing expedition aboard Le Commandant-Charcot, the first hybrid electric polar exploration vessel.

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