Explore to inspire
Explore to better understand, learn, share and protect.
Tropical and subtropical expeditions from Central America to French Polynesia. PONANT invites guests to explore the world aboard intimate, supremely comfortable ships, up close to nature’s wonders and ancestral cultures.
Realise your dreams of exploring idyllic islands and preserved natural worlds and meet local communities with little-known cultures.
The PONANT signature
A company of mariners
Experts, enthusiasts and specialists in the polar regions for over 35 years.
Small ships
14 French-flagged ships, all with the Cleanship label, designed for exploration far from the tourist trails.
Meaningful voyages
Sources of exchanges with local communities, expedition leaders & naturalist guides… it’s all about sharing.
La french Touch
All the excellence of French expertise for a refined tailored experience on board.
Discover your next tropical experience
Marquesas, The Tuamotu & Society Islands
Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands
Tahiti & the Society Islands
History and culture in the Caribbean
They tell us about
their PONANT exploration
costa rica, Le Dumont-d’Urville
“The success of this voyage was the result of having the right balance between pleasure and the friendly goodwill among guests, accompanied by exceptional activities.”
Michel Perrin
panama, Le Dumont-d’Urville
“This voyage gave me a great sense of freedom. There was generosity, goodwill and sharing all round.”
Manon Dansereau
groenland, Le Commandant Charcot
“From the first 48 hours, I was deeply moved by what we were discovering. People felt we were experiencing something very powerful!”
Pascal Duval
Allow yourself to be inspired by the most fabulous adventures!
From the start, PONANT has strived to combine a passion for travel, meaning and discovery by inviting guests to explore ecosystems in an enlightened way.
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PONANT: committed to
more sustainable tourism
PONANT bears its guests away to the most secret hidden away places on the planet where nature reigns supreme. This choice comes with responsibilities to the environment and the local communities encountered. It is why the company works daily on its PONANT Blue Horizon programme to promote responsible travel.
