The French ultra-luxury cruise travel company PONANT presents an opportunity to voyage to the Antarctic from October 2025 to March 2026, as Ponant's ships navigate Antarctica during summer. The journey offers a chance to explore the southernmost reaches of our planet.
Amidst the White Continent, the daybreak unveils an ever-changing panorama of frozen deserts, colossal icebergs, and surreal encounters with king penguins and majestic cetaceans. In this region, wildlife thrives without apprehension. As the sole continent on Earth devoid of human habitation, Antarctica epitomizes the essence of exploration. In these remote terrains, the sheer magnificence and splendor of the landscape inspire reverence; it is a destination where the voyage transcends mere travel.
During the upcoming season, PONANT will be present in Antarctica throughout the southern summer season. With 34 sailings and 8 itineraries scheduled from October 2025 to March 2026, guests will have the opportunity to explore every facet of this diverse realm.
From the Antarctic Peninsula to the UK's Falkland Islands and South Georgia, the Ross Sea, Chilean Fjords/Patagonia, and Valdes Peninsula, the polar region specialist offers the chance to discover the White Continent at various stages of its local ecosystems' life cycles, each presenting unique and diverse characteristics.
Follow in the footsteps of explorer Jean-Baptiste Charcot as you navigate the Weddell and Bellingshausen seas, observing Adelie penguins. Le Commandant Charcot, equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, is the sole cruise ship capable of navigating through the heart of the pack ice.
Onboard, a comprehensive program curated with respect for nature awaits guests, providing opportunities for activities such as snowshoe hikes, polar diving, zodiac landings, and informative lectures, all supervised by a team of knowledgeable naturalist guides.
From the Falkland Islands to South Georgia, traversing the pristine landscapes of Antarctica, PONANT's Sisterships will journey to the highest latitudes. Dream destinations such as New Zealand's Subantarctic islands and the Chilean fjords await exploration.
Hiking on peninsulas and continents, zodiac landings, kayaking, and observing marine fauna are just a few of the activities that allow travelers to comprehend the vastness and fragility of these locales. Onboard the Sisterships, explorers will uncover every aspect of this legendary region, a continent that continues to captivate the world today.