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Tracking down the narwhal
The mysterious unicorn of the seas
The northern pole of inaccessibility
The Arctic’s holy grail
Ilulissat, iceberg capital
Fjords, glaciers and icebergs
The wildlife of Spitsbergen
Polar bears, reindeers, whales, walruses…
On Earth Day and Every Day, PONANT EXPLORATIONS Brings Science to the Sea
Aboard a PONANT EXPLORATIONS voyage, immerse yourself in the wonders of the planet alongside scientists, researchers and conservationists.
PONANT Reveals More Than the Tip of the Iceberg During Luxury Polar Expeditions
Let’s delve into the beauty, science and artistry of one of nature’s majestic wonders: Icebergs
Life in Spitsbergen, an island on the edge of the North Pole
Explore Svalbard’s largest island
3 questions for Nicolas Vanier
The man who made the North Pole his muse
Join Le Commandant Charcot in the Far North all Winter, a First
Join Le Commandant Charcot in the Far North all Winter, a First.
PONANT Immerses You in the Rarely Visited Northwest Passage
Embark on an expedition through the seldom-sailed Northwest Passage aboard a luxury PONANT small ship for unforgettable adventures.
Baffin Bay: An Exclusive Cruise with The Explorers Club
Remote, untouched, and seen by few travelers, Baffin Bay on Greenland’s western coast piques the curiosity of the most experienced explorers.
“Only Time and Ice Are Masters”: Expedition Leader Niko Dubreuil’s Love Affair with Greenland
We talked with Expedition Leader, Niko Dubreuil, about his love for Greenland, & how he helps guests connect with the Arctic world.
A Typical Day on Le Commandant Charcot Is Anything but Typical
PONANT’s luxury icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot takes you places other ships cannot reach.
Greenland: east coast or west coast?
Two very different destinations on a single island!
Explorers of the East Coast of Greenland
200 years of adventures on the edge of Greenland
Paul-Émile Victor: portrait of a passionately dedicated polar explorer
A legacy of peoples and poles
Polar exploration from a female perspective
Women in the polar regions
Le Cercle Polaire
Interview with Laurent Mayet
Female polar adventurers
Interview with Laurence de la Ferrière, Tiina Itkonen and Kate Leeming
Storytelling and Drumming Echo in Scoresby Sound
The vast snowy expanses and icy fjords of Eastern Greenland and Scoresby Sound have long been home to the Inuit.
Svalbard: Wilderness Capital of the Arctic Ocean
Wilderness Capital of the Arctic Ocean. Europe’s gateway to the North Pole, the Svalbard Archipelago, is a land of unspeakable beauty
Spitsbergen: A Deep Immersion into a Serene World
Stepping onto the island of Spitsbergen, you really do feel as if you’ve arrived at one of the most remote places on earth.
Cruise Critic Names PONANT “Best in the Arctic” for 2023
We at PONANT are proud to have been named the “Best in the Arctic” in the Expedition category by the editors of Cruise Critic.
Le Commandant Charcot: a new chapter in the saga of polar exploration
Discover the log of the newest member of the PONANT fleet
Polar expedition into the Arctic sea ice
Trial run through the ice for Le Commandant Charcot
Spitsbergen’s top six most beautiful fjords
Experience these majestic natural sites in all their nuanced glory with our special selection.
Where should I go in the Arctic?
Each destination offers its own unique treasures
Bear watching: everything you need to know before setting off
The early bird catches the bear!
The Arctic, a ocean of ice, pristine and unsullied
In recent years, the North Pole has become a barometer of the global environment: so fragile and, paradoxically, such immense power. Everything here is raw, natural and in stark contrast: a pure, unsullied continent of ice resting on an inky black sea. And at the heart of this dialogue between land and sea, the wildlife, superlative in its untamed splendour. A tale of a singular and unique expedition.
What should you pack for a trip to the polar regions?
5 vital accessories to take with you
Zaria Forman
Fascinated by icebergs, the hyperrealist artist Zaria Forman uses her talent to raise awareness about the environment, with a focus on the melting glaciers.
A portrait of Captain Charcot
An insatiable appetite for the mysteries of the Antarctic
Polar bears, as white as snow
Measuring between 1.8 and 3 metres and weighing 350 to 680 kilos, the polar bear‘s characteristic white colouring is owed to the translucent and hollow hairs of its fur which reflect the sunlight off of the sea ice.
Sundogs: the Sun and phantom suns
A sundog is an atmospheric optical phenomenon often observed in polar regions.
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