Antarctica Cruises
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A legendary land with a history of attracting the great explorers, the White Continent continues to exert a strong fascination today.
Embark for an Antarctic expedition cruise and sail along the continent’s incredible coasts, admire its unique wildlife — from king penguins to whales — and navigate through immaculate white scenery, where icebergs glimmer and shine in an explosion of blues, from turquoise to the darkest of tones.
Often described as the Galápagos of the Southern Ocean, the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand are among some of the best preserved and protected environments on the planet, where you will experience scenery and wildlife like nowhere else on Earth. You will be captivated by the breathtaking scenery, meadows of megaherb forming a colourful tapestry, and towering cliffs buffeted by the power of the waves and wind – the playground of the Royal Albatross. With a myriad of penguins patrolling the black sandy beaches it is truly a nature-lover’s dream come true.
Alongside your expedition team, you will have the privilege of exploring this fascinating region and learn all about its history and natural environment, all in one of the most pristine, spectacular settings. Observe the largest Adelie penguin rookeries in the world, sail pass gigantic icebergs and thundering glaciers during a zodiac excursion, or spot Weddell Seals as they relax or hunt on icefloes.
Embark on an extraordinary adventure to the seldom visited Ross Sea from New Zealand and walk in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers on this exciting expedition. With featured guest Richard McElrea, writer.
Sailing from Dunedin in New Zealand, start in Enderby Island, part of New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands, and discover the island’s spectacular flora and fauna. While you enjoy some time at sea and take advantage of talks and lectures on board by your team of expedition guides, be prepared to reach the Ross Sea, the Southernmost sea on Earth.
Alongside your expedition team, you will have the privilege of exploring this fascinating region and learn all about its history and natural environment, all in one of the most pristine, spectacular settings. Observe the largest Adelie penguin rookeries in the world, sail pass gigantic icebergs and thundering glaciers during a zodiac excursion, or spot Weddell Seals as they relax or hunt on icefloes. You will have the opportunity to visit historic buildings including Sir Ernest Shackleton’s hut at Cape Royds and reflect on the heroic polar journeys of some of the world’s most intrepid polar explorers. On your way back to New Zealand, enjoy some time on Australia’s Macquarie Island, and its impressive colony of king penguins, as well as the Snares islands and their unique wildlife sanctuary, before disembarking in Dunedin. A truly memorable adventure not many have the chance to experience!
Some Examples of available Cruises below: Please ask us for your Industry Rate on all Ponant Cruises.
| Date | Cruise | Nights | Superior Stateroom | Deluxe Stateroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec 25 * New* | New Zealands Subantarctic Islands- Dunedin to Dunedin Click here for more details | 14 | TIC Members from $19045 | TIC Members from $20559 |
| Itinerary: | Dunedin, Ulva Island, Dusky Sound, Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound, The Snares, Enderby Island, Musgrave Inlet, Day at Sea, Macquarie Island, Day at Sea, Campbell Island, Day at Sea, Antipodes Islands, Day at Sea, Dunedin. | |||
| 26 Jan 26 * New* | Scott & Shackleton's Antarctic- Ross Sea Expedition Dunedin to Dunedin Click here for more details | 21 | N/A | TIC Members from $37889 |
| Itinerary: | Dunedin, Day at Sea, Enderby Island, 3 Days at Sea, 8 Days Ross Sea Region, Days at Sea, Macquarie Island, Day at Sea, The Snares, Day at Sea, Dunedin. | |||
| 05 Feb 26 *New* | Emblematic Antarctica - Ushuaia to Ushuaia Click here for more details | 10 | TIC Members from $19010 | TIC Members from $22098 |
| Itinerary: | 1 Night Hotel Accom Buenos Aires, flight to Ushuaia, Cross Drake Passage, 5 Days Antarctic Peninsula, 2 Day Cross Drake Passage, Ushuaia flight to Buenos Aires. | |||
| 27 Feb 26 * New* | Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula - Ushuaia to Buenos Aires Click here for more details | 18 | TIC Members from $21090 | TIC Members from $22586 |
| Itinerary: | 1 Night Accom Buenos Aires, flight to Ushuaia, 2 Days Crossing Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula, Sailing the Weddell Sea, 2 Days at Sea, 2 Days South Georgia, Day at Sea, Port Stanley, 2 Days at Sea, Puerto Madryn, 2 Days at Sea, Buenos Aires. | |||
Le Soléal further reaffirms PONANT’s signature approach: to take passengers to the farthest reaches of the planet onboard modern ships offering top-of-the-range services.
An elegant appearance and refined interior design combine with cutting-edge technology to offer a new type of cruising: adventure in a luxury setting. Tastefully decorated, the ship’s 132 cabins and suites combine light tones and touches of blue with a softly muted, refined atmosphere. With their private balconies and terraces, all cabins benefit from high levels of light and luminosity and offer breathtaking views out towards the horizon.
Environmentally friendly, fitted with innovative equipment and complete with lounges designed to be largely open to the exterior, this new and intimately sized yacht offers a unique type of cruise experience.
Onboard this ship sailing under the French flag, you’ll experience the incomparable pleasure of a cosily intimate cruise offering the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic chic ambiance.
An attentive crew, expertise, fine dining and more. Within a fully 5 star setting, we take you to discover exceptional destinations while offering you a travel experience that is both authentic and high end.
The common areas on board have been designed in great detail to make every moment something special. While the private nature of each of these spaces has been preserved, they have also been laid out to let you enjoy some wonderful times together with other passengers and team members throughout the day.
At PONANT, the “all-inclusive” includes:
- accommodation in stateroom,
- the full meal plan,
- the Open Bar: beginning with boarding, and during the duration of the cruise, a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, champagne, spirits, coffee, tea) is served on request and at any time of the day. Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu are not included in the Open Bar,
- free Wi-Fi internet access 24 hours a day*,
- activities offered during expedition cruises (see section “Expedition cruises”),
- all yachting voyages to include one excursion per person, per port of call (excluding any on board Le Paul Gauguin).
- access to all the common areas:
- on board our sister ships and Ponant Explorers: fitness room, steam room, hair salon, swimming pool (sea water, heated), solarium, lounges, theater, boutique & leisure area.
- on board of our three-masted Le Ponant: Solarium of 400 m², marina, lounge, Boutique & leisure area.
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All savings and prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars based on double occupancy.
Prices include all port charges and taxes, gratuities.
Prices shown are subject to availability, eligibility and change without notice. Prices are subject to currency exchange rates.
Conditions: Cancellation, amendment fees will apply – Check with us for details
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A booking fee of $100 per person applies.
