The world leader of luxury small ship explorations
Save up to 30% on your PONANT small ship cruise!*
Curious about the world? Exploring its oceans from pole to pole—and fascinating points between—the small luxury ships of PONANT offer experiences that inspire, awaken, and transform. Limited time only: Complimentary Airfare or 1 Night post Cruise on select Iceland sailings in 2026. Book by November 18, 2025.
Aboard
Feel at home at sea
The elegant ambiance of your cabin is a delight to return to after a trip out in a Zodiac® or a delectable meal.
Intimate yachts built for Expeditions
Ponant's fleet of luxury small ships and intimate yachts welcomes on board a limited number of passengers, so guests maintain their privacy and enjoy the feeling of being on their own private yacht — able to call at iconic, international ports as well as secret harbors accessible only to smaller-sized ships.
All-Inclusive luxury & gastronomy
PONANT offers an award winning cruise experience with top rated gastronomy designed in partnership with Ducasse Conseil, the luxurious Sothys spa, fabulous Hermés stateroom amenities, sumptuous macarons from Ladurée, Veuve Clicquot Champagne and select wines from Maison Taillevent.
Featured cruises
From
Reykjavík
To
Reykjavík
7 nightsaboard the shipL'Austral
Next departure
Isle of Beauty & Italian shores
From
Nice
To
Nice
8 nightsaboard the shipLe Dumont d'Urville
Next departure
From
Fort-de-France
To
Fort-de-France
8 nightsaboard the shipLe Bellot
Next departure
More inspiration
Upcoming departures, unique experiences, interviews, exploration or scouting stories — all brochures can be ordered in print or downloaded in digital format.