Set sail aboard PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ iconic three-masted sailing yacht for a cruise in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean or Cape Verde. Propelled by the wind, Le Ponant sails to the rhythm of the waves, calling at secluded ports and isolated coves. On board, guests enjoy the high-end amenities of the first sailing yacht to be awarded the Relais & Châteaux label. Attentive service from a discreet crew creates the feeling of travelling aboard your own yacht. Set sail aboard PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ iconic three-masted sailing yacht for a cruise in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean or Cape Verde. Propelled by the wind, Le Ponant sails to the rhythm of the waves, calling at secluded ports and isolated coves. On board, guests enjoy the high-end amenities of the first sailing yacht to be awarded the Relais & Châteaux label. Attentive service from a discreet crew creates the feeling of travelling aboard your own yacht.

14 cruises

From

Mindelo (Cape Verde)

To

Mindelo (Cape Verde)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 15%

From

9,010 € /person*

From

Marigot (Saint Martin)

To

Marigot (Saint Martin)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 5%

From

9,290 € /person*

From

Marigot (Saint Martin)

To

Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer

From

11,200 € /person*

From

Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe)

To

Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 10%

From

8,830 € /person*

From

Nice (France)

To

Nice (France)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 30%

From

10,530 € /person*

From

Nice (France)

To

Palermo, Sicily (Italy)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 15%

From

12,660 € /person*

From

Palermo, Sicily (Italy)

To

Athens (Lavrio) (Greece)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Next departure

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 15%

From

12,660 € /person*

From

Athens (Lavrio) (Greece)

To

Athens (Lavrio) (Greece)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

From

14,790 € /person*

From

Athens (Lavrio) (Greece)

To

Dubrovnik (Croatia)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Next departure

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 10%

From

13,370 € /person*

From

Dubrovnik (Croatia)

To

Dubrovnik (Croatia)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 25%

From

11,240 € /person*

From

Dubrovnik (Croatia)

To

Palermo, Sicily (Italy)

7 nightsaboard the shipLe Ponant

Next departure

Offer(s)

Back to back offer, PONANT Bonus 20%

From

11,950 € /person*

*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.

To go further

Discover our other ships

Loading
Brochures

More inspiration

Brochures can be ordered in print or downloaded in digital format.

Ponant brochures

Frequently asked questions about Le Ponant from PONANT EXPLORATIONS

Le Ponant can accommodate a maximum of 32 guests. The 16 staterooms and suites, all with balconies, are spread across three decks. 

The cruise destinations aboard the sailing yacht Le Ponant vary depending on the season. In summer, from May to September, the three-masted yacht cruises the Mediterranean, with itineraries along the French Riviera and Italian Riviera, in Croatia and among the Cyclades. In winter, she heads to the West Indies and the Caribbean for sailing in the trade winds. The shoulder seasons are devoted to exploring Cape Verde. 

Le Ponant was completely renovated in 2022 and awarded the Relais & Châteaux label in 2023. Guests can enjoy the following facilities: 

  • a lounge bar, 

  • a restaurant with a lovely outdoor terrace, 

  • a marina at the stern of the ship, providing direct access to the sea and a range of water sports using the equipment on board, including kayaking, paddleboarding and scuba diving,  

  • an upper deck with sun deck and bar, 

  • a wellness and fitness area. 

A cruise aboard the three-masted Le Ponant is ideal for sailing enthusiasts and those simply looking to relax. Guests are drawn to the slow, soothing pace of the journey and the chance to reconnect with nature. 

A nurse is available on board, and telemedicine consultations are also available.  

Guests whose health requires special precautions are advised to consult their doctor before considering travelling.