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Le Bougainville
Itinerary : Nice, Calvi, Menton, Cassis, Saint Tropez, Nice
Le Bougainville
6 d
Balcony Stateroom
Nice
5/20/2026
from
US$4,074
Itinerary : Vieux fort, Port Elisabeth St Vincent, Mayreau, Tobago Cays, Pigeon Island Beach, Soufriere, The Saints, Portsmouth (Dominica), Vieux fort
3 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Vieux fort
2/24/2027
from
US$4,558
Other departures:
03-10-17 Mar 2027
Itinerary : Fort-de-France, Union, Tobago Cays, Mayreau, Port Elisabeth St Vincent, Pigeon Island Beach, Soufriere, The Saints, Fort-de-France
4 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Fort-de-France
1/6/2027
from
US$4,853
Other departures:
23-30 Dec 2026
20 Jan 2027
03 Feb 2027
Itinerary : Fort-de-France, Antigua, Spanish Town, Jost Van Dyke, Gustavia, Deshaies, Marie Galante, Fort-de-France
2 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Fort-de-France
1/13/2027
from
US$4,853
Other departures:
16 Dec 2026
27 Jan 2027
Itinerary : Fort-de-France, Antigua, Spanish Town, Jost Van Dyke, Basseterre (St Kitts), Deshaies, Marie Galante, Fort-de-France
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Fort-de-France
2/10/2027
from
US$4,853
Itinerary : Valetta, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Reggio Calabria, Taormine, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
4/8/2027
from
US$5,137
Itinerary : Mahe, Cousin, Rémire, Curieuse, Laughed at, Praslin, La Digue, Mahe
1 other departures
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Mahe
1/25/2026
from
US$7,416
Other departures:
17 Jan 2026
Itinerary : Venice, Rovinj, Zadar, Primošten, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Mljet, Tivat, Dubrovnik
1 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Venice
8/6/2026
from
US$5,999
Other departures:
20 Aug 2026
Itinerary : Venice, Rovinj, Zadar, Primošten, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Mljet, Kotor, Dubrovnik
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Venice
7/23/2026
from
US$6,365
Itinerary : Piraieus, Patmos, Delos, Paros, Hydra, Corinth Canal, Galaxidi, Gallipoli, Taormine, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Piraieus
6/23/2026
from
US$7,652
Itinerary : Venice, Ravenna, Ancona, Otranto, Taormine, Amafi, Porto Santo Stefano, Livorno, Portofino, Nice
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Venice
6/11/2027
from
US$8,302
Itinerary : Dakar, Walvis Bay
Le Bougainville
13 d
Balcony Stateroom
Dakar
12/5/2025
from
US$3,720
Itinerary : Cadiz, Portsmouth (Dominica), Fort-de-France
Le Bougainville
13 d
Balcony Stateroom
Cadiz
12/4/2026
from
US$3,791
Itinerary : Walvis Bay, Dakar
Le Bougainville
13 d
Balcony Stateroom
Walvis Bay
3/29/2026
from
US$4,098
Itinerary : Las Palmas, Arrecife, San Sebastian de la Gomera, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Funchal, Tangier, Malaga
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Las Palmas
4/20/2026
from
US$5,349
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Stari Grad, Bol, Rab, Brijuni Islands, Pula, Piran, Venice
1 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Dubrovnik
7/16/2026
from
US$5,704
Other departures:
13 Aug 2026
Itinerary : Malaga, Cartagena, Valencia, Palma de Mallorca, Mahon, Trapani, Valetta
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Malaga
4/28/2026
from
US$5,704
Itinerary : Dakar, Praia, Mindelo, Santa Cruz de la Palma, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Arrecife, Las Palmas
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Dakar
4/10/2026
from
US$5,786
Itinerary : Valetta, Taormine, Otranto, Kotor, Sailing the straight of Kotor, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Hvar, Primošten, Split, Rab, Venice
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
8/19/2027
from
US$5,869
Itinerary : Las Palmas, Los Cristianos, Arrecife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de La Estaca, Mindelo, Praia, Dakar
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Las Palmas
11/25/2025
from
US$6,507
Itinerary : Valetta, Syracuse (Sicily), Port Empedocle, Tunis, Annaba, Alger, Cartagena, Melilla, Motril, Malaga
Le Bougainville
10 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
10/30/2027
from
US$6,601
Itinerary : Valetta, Syracuse (Sicily), Reggio Calabria, Gallipoli, Parga, Gythion, MONEMVASIA, Nafplio, Piraieus
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
6/1/2026
from
US$6,896
Itinerary : Valetta, Syracuse (Sicily), Otranto, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Vis, Piran, Venice
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
5/13/2027
from
US$7,156
Itinerary : Walvis Bay, Luderitz, Cape Town, Mossel Bay, Durban
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Walvis Bay
12/17/2025
from
US$7,416
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Mljet, Korcula, Komiža, Vis, Kotor, Parga, Gallipoli, Taormine, Valetta
Le Bougainville
10 d
Balcony Stateroom
Dubrovnik
8/27/2026
from
US$7,711
More akin to an exploration yacht than a traditional cruise ship, Le Bougainville sails to shores and ports often inaccessible to larger vessels.
Le Bougainville was built between 2018 and 2019 at Vard shipyards. It is the third ship in the Explorers series, operated by Ponant, a French company specializing in luxury cruises.
This next-generation ship measures 430 feet in length and 59 feet in width, with a gross tonnage of 9,976. It houses 92 staterooms and accommodates 184 guests. Thanks to its size and limited guest capacity, Ponant is able to offer far-flung and unique exploration itineraries.
With 118 crew members, Le Bougainville maintains an exceptional 1.5 guest-to-crew ratio. The luxury of its public spaces, the level of onboard service, and 24/7 staff availability place it firmly in the 5-star category.
Le Buugainville offers Mediterranean cruises, the Indian Ocean, and cruises to Dubai and the Emirates, among many other destinations.
Onboard, Ponant hosts renowned guest lecturers who share in-depth knowledge of the regions visited. Naturalist guides organize Zodiac®, kayak, and paddleboard excursions for up-close encounters with local wildlife and ecosystems.
A cruise aboard Le Bougainville also means rest, entertainment, and sometimes celebration. Facilities include a spa, hammam, hair salon, fitness room, art gallery, kids’ club, theater, swimming pool, panoramic lounge, and boutique—all enhancing the relaxation aspect of your journey.
Le Bougainville features two restaurants. On Deck 4, the gourmet restaurant offers the best of French and international cuisine with refined menus and a notably extensive wine list.
Weather permitting, the terrace of the main lounge transforms into a grill restaurant. Cold starters, cheeses, and desserts are available buffet-style, while hot dishes are prepared to order by the outdoor kitchen.
Guests can unwind with a drink at one of three bars. The main lounge features a dance floor and terrace for festive evenings during the cruise.
Next to the pool, the outdoor bar is perfect for enjoying your favorite drink while relaxing in the sun.
The third bar stands out for its originality. Designed by renowned academic architect Jacques Rougerie, the Blue Eye lounge—located below the waterline—features whale eye–shaped portholes for viewing marine life. Its blue lighting, ambient music by Michel Redolfi, and underwater audio sensors create a truly unique multisensory experience.
The 92 staterooms and suites aboard Le Bougainville are spread across 4 of its 7 decks. Each one includes a balcony or private terrace. Cabins offer 205 square feet of private space, while suites range from 290 to 484 square feet. There are four categories: Deluxe, Prestige, Privilege, and the Owner’s Suites, all designed to accommodate a couple with one child.
All rooms include individual climate control, satellite TV, minibar, desk, vanity, safe, satellite phone, 220V outlets, and unlimited Wi-Fi. The toilet and bathroom are separate. In the bathroom, guests enjoy a selection of Hermès bath and beauty products, along with a hairdryer.
Committed to protecting the ecosystems its ships explore, Ponant equips its vessels with the most advanced green technologies. Like the rest of the Ponant Explorers series, Le Bougainville has earned the “Cleanship” label from Bureau Veritas.
Commissioning:
2019
Nb of passengers:
184
Nb crew members:
118
Width:
18 m
Length:
131 m
Speed:
14 Knots
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