Did you know you can charter an entire luxury cruise ship or exploration vessel for your private group? It is a great way to celebrate with friends, family, team members, colleagues, or customers.
In this issue, our friends at PONANT EXPLORATIONS provide an overview of how it works. With vessels accommodating 32 to 330 guests positioned around the world, from the Caribbean to the Polar expeditions, the options are endless.
Charter the Extraordinary
Charter an entire luxury yacht or expedition vessel from PONANT and transform your next milestone, event, or corporate gathering into a private, five-star experience at sea. With a fleet renowned for French flair, refined service, and access to destinations others can’t reach, their private charters are a distinctive, elevated alternative to hotel or resort buyouts. This is not simply travel. This is your voyage, your way.
Imagine awakening to sunlit horizons in total seclusion, with every detail tailored to your taste. From champagne on deck to Zodiac landings in uncharted fjords, PONANT charters are for those who believe the journey should be as extraordinary as the destination.
What’s Offered: Fully Private, All-Inclusive
When you charter with PONANT, you secure exclusive use of an entire vessel — a floating sanctuary that becomes a canvas for your imagination. Every stateroom, suite, restaurant, and lounge is reserved for your group only — offering total control, complete privacy, and a setting where elegance and exploration meet.
On board, your guests will experience the harmony of fine design and refined comfort: marble bathrooms, private balconies, and artfully curated interiors that evoke a contemporary Parisian residence at sea. Every moment is elevated — from candlelit dinners to quiet sunrise meditations on deck.
Who Are These Charters For?
Whether marking a milestone celebration, planning a wedding at sea, or hosting a donor summit or executive retreat, PONANT charters are ideal for:
· Multigenerational families and friend groups
· Wedding parties and anniversaries
· Corporate executives and board members
· Philanthropic foundations and institutions
· Art, culinary, or academic affinity groups
A private charter allows your group to gather without distractions — to share in joy, learning, and discovery. PONANT’s vessels accommodate 32 to 330 guests, designed with intimacy, discretion, and sophistication in mind.
A Voyage Beyond the Expected
To charter a PONANT ship is to step into a world of refinement where luxury is not just seen but felt. Imagine a sleek, French-flagged yacht reserved solely for your circle — no strangers, no compromises.
With bespoke programming, all-inclusive pricing, and award-winning service, this is travel elevated:
· Access to destinations unreachable by large ships
· A dedicated Charter Concierge Team from start to finish
· Personalized events, menus, excursions, and ambiance
· All-inclusive rates with no hidden fees
Compared to traditional hotel or villa buyouts, a private ship offers not only control of the environment, but the transformative power of the open sea. Each moment is yours to shape — a blank itinerary that unfolds as your dream demands.
How It Works: From Concept to Embarkation
From your first inquiry to your final toast aboard, their team collaborates with you to design an unforgettable experience. With French savoir-faire and meticulous attention to detail, PONANT handles:
· Custom itineraries and port selections
· Curated onboard dining and wine pairings
· Shore excursions tailored to your group
· Onboard events, enrichment, and entertainment
· Full travel logistics, including flights and transfers
Whether you dream of a private jazz concert under the stars, an onboard fashion show, or a marine science workshop for young explorers, we make it happen. Planning is comprehensive yet effortless — a symphony of personalization and precision.
The World’s Most Elusive Corners
A PONANT charter isn’t just a destination — it’s a gateway to the extraordinary. With small, agile ships, we access boutique ports, hidden anchorages, and UNESCO sites that others can’t reach.
Sample itineraries include:
· North Pole Exploration on Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s only luxury icebreaker
· 5-night Mediterranean Getaways on Le Lapérouse and Le Bougainville
· Tahitian Paradise Voyages aboard Paul Gauguin Cruises, French Polynesia’s destination expert
· Sailing Yacht Adventures on the iconic three-masted Le Ponant.
Let your journey carry you from the icy silence of Antarctica to the sun-drenched coves of the Seychelles. With PONANT, the world is your private playground.
PONANT’s Fleet: Intimate, Elegantly Designed
Each class of ship is unique, yet all share the hallmark PONANT values: elegance, discretion, and access.
Choose from:
· Explorers: 92-stateroom luxury yachts designed for immersive exploration
· Sisterships: Sleek, small-capacity vessels with refined interiors and global reach, with 122-132 staterooms and suites
· Le Commandant Charcot: The first – and only – luxury icebreaker
· Le Ponant: PONANT’s reimagined three-masted sailing yacht — intimate, poetic, unforgettable
· m/s Paul Gauguin: Specializing in South Pacific voyages that celebrate local culture and color
Learn more about PONANT’s fleet
What’s Included?
· Private Accommodations: All suites and staterooms reserved for your group
· Fine Dining: French-inspired menus, sommelier pairings, regional flavors
· Open Bar: Standard Bar Package with house wines, spirits, soft drinks, and coffees
· Excursions: Guided Zodiac landings, hikes, cultural immersions
· Entertainment: Live music, guest lecturers, themed enrichment
· Wellness: Full spa, sauna, gym, optional treatments
· Onboard Activities: Cooking classes, wine tastings, photography workshops
· All Taxes & Gratuities: Included in charter cost
· Wi-Fi: Starlink internet across the fleet
· Charter Concierge: Dedicated planning and onboard support
Optional enhancements: air and transfers, premium beverage packages, private excursions, travel insurance, and more.
Imagine days filled with enriching conversations, laughter over sunset cocktails, and moments of quiet wonder beneath vast skies. Every inclusion is intentional — crafted to create comfort, joy, and connection.
Experience Snapshots: A Day Aboard
· Morning: Wake to the sound of the sea, enjoy croissants on your balcony, and prepare for a guided hike on a secluded island.
· Afternoon: Savor a wine-paired lunch with ocean views, then unwind at the spa or attend a lecture by a guest historian.
· Evening: Dress for a gala dinner, followed by live music and dancing under the stars.
Whether your charter centers on relaxation, adventure, culture, or all three — no two days (or voyages) are alike.
The sea has always beckoned dreamers — those who value freedom, beauty, and the extraordinary. A PONANT charter is more than a journey. It’s a statement. It’s where refined French art de vivre meets boundless possibility.
For those who expect more — more intimacy, more inspiration, more meaning — the voyage of a lifetime begins here.
VIP Contact
Visit: us.ponant.com or call +1.844.656.3786
