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The Essential Maldives

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 Cruise Length
9 Days
 Cruise Starts
Male
 Cruise Finishes
Colombo
9 Day The Essential Maldives Itinerary (Ponant)
Countries Explored: Maldives, Sri Lanka
Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Ship Class
Ponant Explorers
Passengers
184
Crew
118
Launched
2018
Cruise Code
CMBMLE8

Overview

Begin your journey in Male and cruise through to Colombo onboard the Le Laperouse and enjoy exclusive savings and cruise inclusions with Ponant and Global Journeys.

Cruise Itinerary

 
Arrive
Depart

Day 1: Malé
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22:00
Day 2: Male Atoll
07:00
20:00
Day 3: Mulaku Atoll
07:00
20:00
Day 4: Ari Atoll
07:00
20:00
Day 5: Rasdhoo Atoll
07:00
20:00
Day 6: Baa Atoll
07:00
20:00
Day 7: Noonu Atoll
07:00
20:00
Day 8: Cruising At Sea
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Day 9: Colombo
07:00
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Note: Ship ports may not be located in the starting & ending cities listed. Transfers to and/or from the ship port may be required.

Life Onboard Le Laperouse

Le Lapérouse
Le Lapérouse

Named after the French explorer, Le Lapérouse offers luxury expeditions to the corners of the earth. Read more

Expedition Comfort
Expedition Comfort

Enjoy 24 hour room service and luxury amenities in your ocean facing accommodation. Read more

Infinity Pool Days
Infinity Pool Days

Watch the ocean pass by from the infinity pool and bask in warmth of the solarium. Read more

Inside The Blue Eye
Inside The Blue Eye

Have a multi-sensory experience as you sip a cocktail in the chic underwater lounge. Read more

The Adjustable Marina
The Adjustable Marina

A sundeck on sea days or a water sports platform, the innovative marina adds more to life onboard. Read more

Relaxed Dining Settings
Relaxed Dining Settings

Dine inside or out in the main restaurant where French gastronomy and service will impress. Read more

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Le Laperouse Reviews (1) Most Recent 'Le Laperouse' Reviews

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Fantastic Kimberley   1 , QLD, Australia, Aug 2023
One of the best holidays we have ever done Expensive, yes but you get what you pay for in the end This was 6* cruising at its best. The daily and at times twice daily zodiac excursions were special and led by well informed guides all of whom had professional qualifications in a relevant field.

Food was of the highest standard an the open bar well ...read more stocked to meet all tastes. Don't worry too much about formal gear, a sports coat and a colourful dress are all that is required on the two gala nights. On the other nights, slacks and polo are fine.

We helicoptered to Mitchell Falls which again was expensive but well worth it. Forget about the Horizontal Falls boat ride. Those that went were very dissatisfied as the most exciting of the two Falls is now closed due to a boating accident. I've seen more challenging wave sets in Moreton Bay. Overall 11/10 from us and very highly recommended

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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Ponant. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Ponant. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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