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For 35 years, PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP has been committed to meaningful exploration trips and more responsible tourism.
World leader in the high-end exploration cruise market aboard ships with fewer than 500 guests, PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP offers an unparalleled travel experience to iconic destinations, access to confidential sites and excellent service.
PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP is owned by Artémis, the family holding company of the Pinault family.
The three brands — PONANT Explorations, Paul Gauguin Cruises and Aqua Expeditions — operate ships ranging from 6 to 165 staterooms and suites, each offering a refined, authentic and inspiring experience.
PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP operates a fleet of 19 ships and yachts across its four complementary brands: PONANT EXPLORATIONS, Paul Gauguin Cruises, Aqua Expeditions and PONANT YACHTING. The fleet includes expedition ships, luxury yachts, sailing vessels and the world’s only luxury icebreaker designed for passenger voyages, offering access to some of the planet’s most remote and extraordinary destinations. Designed for intimate travel experiences with a limited number of guests on board, PONANT’s ships combine elegant French design, personalised service and immersive exploration in more than 120 destinations worldwide.
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