The Essential of the Caribbean

Ponant invites you on a 13-day cruise to the heart of the West Indies. From Fort-de-France, you will sail the idyllic waters of the Caribbean Sea to discover stunning islands, as well as historical and architectural landmarks. An experienced diving instructor is on board for the entire cruise, enabling you to safely enjoy swimming and scuba diving. Your ship will then sail to Les Saintes, a highly popular anchorage site with crystal-clear waters and fabulous seabeds. Your ship will then call at St. Kitts and at Anguilla, before reaching further west the British Virgin Islands, which will offer...read more you idyllic landscapes.

Then you will discover Saint Barthelemy, and the enchanting setting offered by the island of Dominica, known as the Nature Island, before Saint Lucia and its two majestic rocky peaks soaring straight from the sea, a unique location listed as UNESCO World Heritage site. During your cruise, Le Dumont-d'Urville will lower her anchor in the Tobago Cays National Park. This rosary of islands bound together by the most beautiful coral reef in the West Indies, will reveal its incredible underwater wildlife and its secret coves.

You will then set sail to Bequia Island, the "whale-hunting island," and its wild and unspoiled coastline. In the island of Grenada, visit its elegant capital, St. Georges, a particularly picturesque town dotted with pastel-coloured colonial houses nestled in a very pretty bay. You will finally reach Fort-de-France. Make sure to visit one of its renowned rum distilleries!