It’s time to make your dreams of polar explorations a reality and tick legendary Antarctica off your bucket list: book with Ponant by 20 March 2022 and receive a bonus $2500 flight credit.*

For a limited time only, Ponant’s much acclaimed expeditions to Antarctica are back on the menu. Embark on an unforgettable Antarctica expedition and navigate through immaculate white scenery where icebergs shimmer and wildlife abound. But hurry, you have to book before March 20 to receive a $2500 flight credit per person* on selected departures in 2022/2023 season. And if you are new to Ponant, you will also save $800 on your first voyage.

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Ponant has two classic Antarctica itineraries – Emblematic Antarctica or The Great Austral Loop. Both expeditions are unforgettable. You will be taken to the wondrous lands of the frozen continent, where you can spot amazing wildlife such as humpback whales, Gentoo penguins, Adelie penguins, Weddell seals and numerous sea birds seen against a backdrop of majestic glaciers and ice floes of the Antarctica Peninsula. At the other end of the spectrum, you will be mesmerised by the lush moors and large colonies of King Penguins of the Falkland Islands and South Georgia .

Emblematic Antarctica itinerary is a 10-night Ushuaia to Ushuaia expedition while The Great Austral Loop is a 15-night journey to South Georgia to encounter black-browed albatrosses, snowy albatrosses, Gentoo penguins, king penguins and elephant seals.

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When you embark on a Ponant Antarctica adventure, you are following in the footsteps of legendary explorers. There is a unique experience for every polar adventurer.

For the uninitiated, you can rest assured that there always will be an expedition leader and destination specialist by your side. These expedition leaders, naturalists, marine biologists, photographers and historians are among the best in the industry. They will always accompany guests on all outings and shore excursions to the ice and will share their expertise and knowledge about the region’s fauna, flora, local communities, their traditions and history.

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In short, they will give everyone a truly immersive experience in one of the most fascinating places on Earth. That’s why Ponant is the world leader in luxury expeditions.

With Ponant, you will always travel in style and comfort onboard the line’s fleet of small luxury ships which can only accommodate 264 guests. Almost every stateroom will have a private balcony, ensuring you have front row seats to the best views of Antarctica’s icy landscape. You will dine well with a choice of French-inspired cuisine in two restaurants, enjoy an open bar with free-flowing Veuve Clicquot champagne to accompany all meals, 24-hour room service, some of the most relaxing spa treatments at sea, an outdoor heated pool and complimentary WiFi.

In addition, you can always indulge in a little French treat onboard with Laduree macarons and Hermes toiletries.

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Terms and conditions

* Offer is valid on new bookings made on a selection of departures for all bookings made before March 20, 2022. Offer is not retroactive and subject to availability. To take advantage of this offer, please contact your travel agent or our cruise consultants and quote the code “AIRANTA”. Welcome Offer: $800 discount is available per stateroom based on double occupancy. Offer valid for guests travelling with Ponant for the first time.