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 $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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Hiking, Kayaking

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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 $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

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Cairns / Darwin

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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 $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

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Lautoka / Guam

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Wildlife Viewing, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits

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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 $13,860

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Expedition to New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands

Dunedin - Dunedin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Explore the Snares Islands
• Enjoy a guided walk on Ulva Island
• View fur seals, sea lions, & seals
• See Fiordland Crested penguins

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Dunedin / Dunedin

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Set sail from Dunedin on Le Soleal for a 15-day exploration cruise to New Zealand's Fiordland and Subantarctic Islands. Explore the South West World Heritage Area, which is home to the magnificent Milford, Dusky, and Doubtful Sounds. Take a Zodiac cruise across the fiords and look for the endangered Fiordland Crested penguin.

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from $11,020

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The Best of Chilean Fjords

15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Puerto Williams
• Observe Chilean fjords and channels
• Garibaldi, Agostini, El Brujo
• Explore houses of Tortel
• Experience the wildlife encounters
• Conclude the trip in Quemchi

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Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Set sail aboard Le Lyrial for a 15-day adventure into the landscapes of South America. Experience the beauty of the Chilean fjords, where channels, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and narrow passages await. Explore Puerto Williams, circumnavigate Cape Horn, and glide past the glaciers of Garibaldi, Crostini, Skua, El Brujo, and Pie XI.

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from $22,380

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From the St Lawrence to Greenland, the Last Moments of Winter

Quebec - Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Engage in guided excursions
• Visit communities in Qaqortoq
• Try ice fishing in Saguenay Valley
• Stroll Cap-aux-Meules village

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Quebec City / Nuuk

Activities

Whale Watching, Fishing, Adventure Options

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Variable

Embark on a 15-day St Lawrence to Greenland cruise from Quebec to Nuuk aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Discover Old Quebec’s UNESCO heritage sites and journey through the icy Saguenay Valley for dog sledding and ice fishing. Admire Gaspé’s rugged landscapes, and explore the serene Magdalen Islands.

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from $13,700

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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Reykjavik
• Cruise through stunning landscapes
• Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
• Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife

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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq

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Board L'Austral and set off on an expedition to the edge of Greenland's ice sheet. Spend 14 days exploring Arctic landscapes, sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq.

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from $17,080

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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Spitsbergen
• Visit Ny-Alesund
• Discover Jan Mayen
• Explore Ittoqqortoormiit

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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.

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from $18,290

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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Visit traditional villages
• Discover Greenland's west coast
• See the largest "iceberg graveyard"
• See remote peat-house villages

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Paris / Paris

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Variable

Join this 14-day Arctic cruise to Baffin Bay. Start in Kangerlussuaq, explore Greenland's west coast, see icebergs, colorful villages, and Inuit culture. Sail north to visit remote peat-house villages, home to bear hunters and narwhal fishers, and discover Savissivik's "iceberg graveyard." Continue to Baffin Island before reaching Evighedsfjorden.

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from $8,490

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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands

Colon to Fort-de-France - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Sail through the Central America.
• See San Blas, Bonaire & Grenadines
• Experience swim and snorkel.
• Learn traditions of the Kuna people
• Dive with an experienced instructor

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Colon / Fort de France

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Bellot for an exceptional 13-day cruise sailing from Colón to Fort-de-France. This itinerary gives you the opportunity to appreciate the richness and diversity of Afro-Caribbean cultures, an azure blue sky, and white-sand beaches. Visit stunning ports, including Portobelo, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Mayreau Island, and Soufriére.

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from $15,010

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Japanese Ancestral Traditions and Legendary Shrines

Osaka - Maizuru - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Discover Himeji’s UNESCO castle
• Sail to Kyushu to explore Toba
• Explore the Miyajima Island
• Experience the contrasts of Busan

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Osaka / Maizuru

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Explore Japanese ancestral traditions and legendary shrines on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Soleal. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Himeji Castle and Itsukushima Shrine. Traverse Kyushu's landscapes, discover South Korea's Busan and explore historic towns like Hagi and Izumo. Conclude amidst Tottori's sand dunes before disembarking in Maizuru.

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from $10,540

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Zanzibar, Aldabra & the Treasures of the Indian Ocean

Victoria, Mahe - Zanzibar - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Victoria, Mahe
• Snorkel in Saint François
• Observe tortoises and bird species
• Tour Kilwa Kisiwani ruins
• Wander through Zanzibar’s Stone Town

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Mahe / Zanzibar

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an unforgettable 13-day voyage from Seychelles to Tanzania aboard Le Bougainville. Explore Seychelles’ beaches, snorkel Saint François, dive in Astove, and visit Aldabra’s tortoises. Discover Kilwa Kisiwani, Misali’s reefs, Pemba’s plantations, and Zanzibar’s UNESCO sites.

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from $11,490

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Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
• Experience Indonesia's culture
• See Komodo dragons upclose
• Island hop around Indonesia
• Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands

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Benoa / Darwin

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Variable

This 13-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.

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from $14,040

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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Experience adventure of Antarctica
• Visit research stations
• See incredible polar wildlife
• Hop on Zodiacs for outings

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

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Variable

Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a 12-day expedition aboard L’Austral. Discover pristine landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and daily adventures among icebergs, glaciers, and thriving colonies of penguins and seals.

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from $11,800

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Exploration along Saint Lawrence

Saint Pierre - Montreal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Saint Pierre and Miquelon
• Visit Cap-aux-Meules village
• Encounter diverse wildlife
• Marvel at Gros Morne Park

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St. Pierre / Montreal

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Embark on this 12-day cruise from Saint Pierre to Montreal aboard Le Lyrial. Witness the convergence of saltwater and freshwater along the Saint Lawrence River, explore the Saguenay River, and visit Quebec City's UNESCO-listed historic center.

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from $10,770

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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Tour Titanic Belfast
• Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
• Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
• Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes

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Glasgow / Reykjavik

Activities

Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.

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from $9,750

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Australia's Iconic Kimberley: Broome - Darwin

Broome - Darwin - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Discover Important Bird Area
• Experience Horizontal Waterfalls
• Visit Gwion Gwion art galleries
• Explore the King George twin falls

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Broome / Darwin

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 11-day expedition cruise across the Kimberley Coast. Explore the ?Horizontal Waterfalls?, Montgomery reef, the Bonaparte Archipelago, and a lot of amazing places in fascinating Australia. Embark Le Soleal from Broome to Darwin with stops in: Lacepede Islands, Collier Bay, Hunter River, Swift Bay, King George River, and more.

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