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Cruise Length
9 Days
Cruise Starts
Fort-de-France
Cruise Finishes
Fort-de-France
Ship
Ship Class
Ponant Explorers
Passengers
184
Crew
118
Launched
2019
Cruise Code
FDFFDF8.4
Overview
Ponant brings you an itinerary to the heart of the most enchanting islands in the Caribbean Sea. Board on Le Dumont-D'Urville for a 9-day cruise combining long white-sand beaches and the easy Creole way of life. An experienced diving instructor is on board for the entire cruise, enabling you to safely enjoy swimming and scuba diving From Fort-de-France, the capital of Martinique, Le Dumont-d'Urville will set sail to Les Saintes, a highly popular anchorage site with crystal-clear waters and fabulous seabed.
You will then island hop gently towards Saint Lucia and its two majestic rocky...read more 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. 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 then set sail to Bequia Island, the "whale-hunting island," and its wild and unspoiled coastline. You will finally reach Fort-de-France. Make sure to visit one of its renowned rum distilleries!
You will then island hop gently towards Saint Lucia and its two majestic rocky...read more 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. 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 then set sail to Bequia Island, the "whale-hunting island," and its wild and unspoiled coastline. You will finally reach Fort-de-France. Make sure to visit one of its renowned rum distilleries!
Cruise Itinerary
Arrive
Depart
Day 1: Fort-de-france
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21:00
Day 2: Les Saintes
07:00
19:00
Day 3: Pigeon Island Beach
07:00
12:00
Day 3: Soufrière
14:45
19:30
Day 4: Bridgetown
07:00
20:00
Day 5: Tobago Cays
07:00
20:00
Day 6: Mayreau Island
07:00
23:00
Day 7: Saint George's, Grenada
08:00
19:00
Day 8: Port Elizabeth, Bequia Island
08:00
21:00
Day 9: Fort-de-france
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 Dumont d’Urville
Le Dumont-D'Urville
Voyage in complete luxury and dine on French gastronomy as you enjoy an expedition cruise on Le Dumont-D'Urville. Read more
Expedition Comfort
Your ocean facing stateroom or suite offers chic decor, luxurious amenities and 24 hour room service. Read more
Infinity Pool Days
Watch the ocean pass by as you take a dip in the glass walled infinity pool. Read more
Inside The Blue Eye
The sophistication and innovation of this underwater lounge will be a highlight of onboard life. Read more
The Adjustable Marina
Making embarking and disembarking easy, the marina also serves as a sun deck or watersports platform. Read more
Relaxed Dining Settings
Dine al fresco at the grill or enjoy buffet and table service in the main restaurant. Read more
Brochure
Ponant Luxury Cruises (2023-24)
Discover our range of incredible luxury expeditions and yacht-style voyages in 2023, exploring Antarctica, the Norwegian Fjords, Caribbean & Latin America, The Indian Ocean & Persian Gulf and Oceania & Polynesia. Includes a range of trailblazing polar explorations aboard Le Commandant Charcot. If you are a travel agent, please email brochures.aus@ponant.com...more with your details and number of copies to be ordered.
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Note
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.
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.
