PONANT is currently the only cruise line to sail under the French flag and is subject to some of the world's strictest safety standards. The officers are French and highly approachable and attentive crew members can communicate in French and English. From the ice of Antarctica to the lagoons of the Pacific, from Mediterranean and Northern Europe, from Caribbean coves to Asian shores, PONANT has been sailing all the seas of the world for almost thirty years. Each year PONANT offer more than 200 cruises and visit almost 400 ports of call. 

At each port of call, high-quality excursions are proposed to discover the riches of the country visited. Emblematic archaeological sites, natural treasures, cultural traditions: the teams design rich and diverse programmes for PONANT guests, according to their desires. This pleasure is prolonged aboard by lectures given by specialists who will share their passion for and knowledge of the places passed through. Discover the treasures of the land by sea on board luxurious yachts that are built on an intimate, human scale. French crew, expertise, attentive service, gastronomy: set sail in a five-star environment and enjoy a travel experience that is simultaneously authentic and sophisticated.