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Le Ponant

Le Ponant, a three-masted schooner, cruises to small islands, hidden harbors and exclusive ports of call in the Mediterranean with only 60 guests aboard; she is stylish, friendly and relaxed. You’ll feel as though you are cruising with family – the Captain and the crew create a comfortable environment where guests easily interact with everyone aboard.

Le Ponant was specially designed for worldwide cruising to remote destinations that are accessible only by small ships – specifically, destinations in the Mediterranean that big ships can’t reach. Coastal navigation and “island hopping” are easily accomplished, and the image of several dramatic harbor entries will last a lifetime!

On board you’ll find four decks featuring a small library with a choice of books, cozy lounge with evening piano music, small boutique, and a full-service bar. Continental breakfast is served in your stateroom or at an American-style buffet in the outdoor panoramic restaurant; lunch is also served in the outdoor restaurant, buffet style; and dinner is served nightly in the window-lined restaurant. Staterooms (approximately 150 sq. ft.) are all outside on Le Ponant and include a private bathroom with shower, mini bar, multi-channel music system, individual climate control, and a telephone with world-wide satellite access.


Click on link below to view deck plan
Sun Deck
Antigua Deck
St. Barth Deck
Marie Galante Deck

Ship Specifications
Built: 1991
Renovated: 2004
Length: 290 ft.
Draft: 13 ft.
Beam: 39 ft.
Tonnage: 850 tons
Cruising Speed: 14 knots
Air-Conditioned: Yes
Elevator: No
Number of Guests: 60
Crew Members: 30
Registry: France
Crew Nationality: International
Internet: Send / Receive
Sun Deck