Experience the thrill of polar exploration
Explore to inspire
Explore to better understand, learn, share and protect.
Realize your dream of exploring the heart of magnificent polar landscapes and come meet the people of the Far North and iconic wildlife.
The PONANT signature
A company of sailors
Experts, enthusiasts, and specialists of the polar regions for over 35 years.
A company of sailors
Experts, enthusiasts, and specialists of the polar regions for over 35 years.
A company of sailors
Experts, enthusiasts, and specialists of the polar regions for over 35 years.
A company of sailors
Experts, enthusiasts, and specialists of the polar regions for over 35 years.
Discover your next polar experience
The Emperor Penguins of the Weddell Sea
The North Pole is the northernmost point on Earth.
The iconic Antarctica
Unexplored ice floe in northeastern Greenland.
They tell us about their PONANT exploration
"The success of the journey is the result of a perfect balance between pleasure, friendship among passengers, all accompanied by exceptional activities."
Michel Perrin - Costa Rica - Le Dumont-d’Urville
"This journey has given me a profound sense of freedom. Generosity, kindness, and sharing were present throughout."
Manon Dansereau - Panama - Le Dumont-d’Urville
"From the first 48 hours, I was really struck by what we were able to discover. People feel that we are experiencing something very powerful!"
Pascal Duval - Greenland - The Commandant Charcot
Exploring responsibly
On board and ashore, our experts raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment. Every voyage is an opportunity to forge lasting connections with the communities we visit.
More inspiration
Upcoming departures, unique experiences, interviews, exploration or scouting stories — all brochures can be ordered in print or downloaded in digital format.