For over 35 years, PONANT EXPLORATIONS has been leading like-minded adventurers to all seven continents. Throughout that time, we have aligned ourselves with organizations that match our sense of adventure, our dedication to sustainable tourism, and our longing to learn. Our French heritage, global perspective, and enduring commitment to science and sustainability shape every moment of these collaborative experiences.

Explore the complete portfolio of voyages from PONANT EXPLORATIONS, from remote polar realms to storied shores across the globe. Share your mailing address to receive our catalogs and enjoy Early Booking Savings of up to 30% on your reservation.

Enjoy $1,000 Shipboard Credit

Elevate your travels with rejuvenating spa treatments, connoisseur wine selections, and luxury shopping in our on board boutique.

Explore with a Smithsonian Journeys expert and enjoy limited-time $1,000 Shipboard Credit. PONANT invites you on explorations with some of the leading minds in history, anthropology, ecology, and more on over 30 immersive voyages worldwide. Book your voyage by March 31, 2026 with offer code SBC500SJ.

See Voyages

PONANT EXPLORATIONS & Smithsonian Journeys Alliance

A shared passion for discovery

In alliance with Smithsonian Journeys, PONANT EXPLORATIONS offer voyages guided by scholars and storytellers—enriching every exploration with depth, context, and a spirit of curiosity.

Expert checking a rock indentation

Journey Inspirations Just For You

Here are select cruises to inspire and ignite your wanderlust.

*Price displayed is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available. The price includes the Ponant Bonus discount.

Find Your Cruise

Brochures

More Inspiration

Upcoming departures, unique experiences, interviews, exploration or scouting stories — all brochures can be ordered in print or downloaded in digital format.

Ponant brochures

*Terms & Conditions - Offer valid for new bookings made between January 6 to March 31, 2026 on all 2026 PONANT EXPLORATIONS and Smithsonian Journeys sailings only. Savings applies only to new bookings using the OFFER CODE: SBC500SJ. Shipboard credit offer is available only to 1st/2nd guest in stateroom, max $1,000 per booking. Offer is combinable only with PONANT Bonus (PB), PONANT Yacht Club (PYC), Join the Club (JTC), Onboard Sales incentives, and contracted partner amenities. Offer has no cash value and is subject to availability, capacity controlled. PONANT EXPLORATIONS may modify or withdraw Offer or any of its elements at any time. PONANT EXPLORATIONS is neither responsible nor liable for any errors relating to Offer, including technical errors. Offer is neither transferable, substitutable nor redeemable for cash. Any changes made after booking may incur amendment or cancellation fees. Additional terms and conditions may apply. All information is accurate at the time of deployment but is subject to change. All rights reserved. Other restrictions may apply. The name of the Smithsonian and the sunburst logo are registered trademarks of the Smithsonian Institution, and PONANT EXPLORATIONS is an authorized user.