Description
Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 cabins and suites will offer you a truly unique cruising experience.
As the first ship in a new series that remains true to the Ponant spirit, Le Champlain will embody the unique atmosphere that is the cruise line’s hallmark: a subtle blend of refinement, intimacy and comfort.
Aboard this ship that flies the French flag, you will experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with 5-star service.
Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel.
Prestige stateroom Deck 4 (1)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
One chaise longue
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window or panoramic swing door
Prestige Suite Deck 5 (10)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
One chaise longue
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window or panoramic swing door
Prestige Suite Deck 6 (11)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (13)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with sofa bed convertible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm) or a single bed (80 x 190 cm) , armchair, and second TV
A bathroom with shower and Baleno bathtub
A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
Prestige stateroom Deck 5 (2)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door
Two bathrooms with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (4)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window
Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (6)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (7)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
Privilege Suite Deck 5 (8)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Butler service
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge corner with chaise longue and armchair
A bathroom with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
Privilege Suite Deck 6 (9)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair
A bathroom with shower
A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs
A panoramic sliding bay window
Owner's Suite (OS)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:
Private return transfer
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed, and second TV
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower, balneo bathtub and smart mirror
A one-hour spa treatments per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer
Included premium pass: access to a selection of premium spirits at the bar
A private 45 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and lounge corner with sofa and armchair
Two panoramic sliding bay windows
Facilities
Food and Drink
- 24-hour Room Service
- Bar
Other
- Hair Dryer
Relaxation
- Air Conditioning
Technology
- Satelite Telephone
Cruise Line
The only French cruise line, Ponant is an integral part of France’s great shipping tradition. Established in 1988, Ponant is owned by the CMA CGM Group, the world’s third largest container shipping group and heir to the renowned Compagnie Générale Transatlantique French Line.
Each of the five ships, have their own individual personality and symbolize the art of cruising “à la française” in line with our company philosophy.
The fleet of 5 vessels allows for choice. Le Ponant: 32 staterooms, a refined and efficienthree-masted sailing yacht. Le Levant: 45 staterooms, a sleek thoroughbred private yacht. Le Diamant: 113 staterooms, get carried away onboard this expedition ship. Entering service in 2010/2011 two new state of the art ships Le Boréal and L’Austral: 132 staterooms and suites vessels offering a range of new itineraries.
Ponant offer chic cruising without the crowds, experience the comfort of a private cruise onboard vessels of an intimate size: exclusive to between 64 to 226 guests.
Interiors are elegant and uncluttered, delight in the fun and casual elegance onboard without the formalities.
Discover exceptional sites and come closed to landscapes so often inaccessible to large ships.
The french registry allows us to visit destinations often not visited by other lines including Cuba and Libya.
Enjoy onboard seminars with international experts, passionate about their subjects, giving a further dimension to the sights you see.
Exquisite dining with French and international cuisine, with complimentary wines included at lunch and dinner.
Crew members, all versed in elegant discretion, will see to it that you enjoy a welcome that will make your cruise a unique experience.
Ponant offer an alternative to many other traditional cruise line, discover with French chic and elegance.
Many extras included: all meals while onboard, mineral water, tea, coffee, wines served during lunch and dinner, evening entertainment and events, baggage handling from pier to ship and vice versa
Ships
L'Austral, Le Bellot, Le Boreal, Le Bougainville, Le Champlain, Le Commandant Charcot, Le Dumont D'urville, Le Jacques Cartier, Le Laperouse, Le Lyrial, Le Paul Gauguin, Le Ponant, Le Soleal
A Symphony at Sea: The Musical Traditions of Greece - Mediterranean
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A Tropical Odyssey in Central America - Central America, Mexico
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A Tropical Odyssy in Central America - Central America
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes - North America
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Ancient civilisations, from Italy to Greece - Mediterranean
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Athens to Athens - Mediterranean
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Boston - Boston - North America
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Discovering Southern Spain and Portugal - Mediterranean
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European autumn in the Aegean Sea Athens - Athens - Mediterranean
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Expedition from Greenland to Canada via Saint - Asia & Indian Ocean
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence - North America
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Fort de France - Las Palmas - Transatlantic
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Heavenly Islands & Iberian shores - Mediterranean
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Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea - Baltic
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Icelandic mosaic Reykjavík - Reykjavík - Polar Regions
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Iconic Capitals & Towns of the Baltic - Baltic
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Iconic Capitals & Towns of the Baltic - Scandinavia, Baltic
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Islands and cities, from the North Sea - Scandinavia, Baltic
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London to Lisbon: Cruising Europe's Western Shores - Europe
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Natural Sanctuaries & Heritage of the Caribbean - Caribbean
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Natural sanctuaries & Caribbean encounters - Caribbean, North America
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Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders - Panama Canal
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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands - Central America, Panama Canal
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage - Scandinavia
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Secrets of Central America from Colón - Central America
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Secrets of Central America from Puntarenas - Central America
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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea - Mediterranean
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The legendary fjords of Norway - Scandinavia
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Volcanic islands and historic cities of the North Atlantic - Canaries, Europe
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