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Le Bougainville is an expedition cruise ship owned by the French cruise company Ponant. Part of the Ponant Explorers series, it was launched in 2019. Other ships in the series include Le Lapérouse, Le Dumont-d'Urville, Le Commandant Charcot, Le Jacques-Cartier, Le Champlain, and Le Bellot.
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Le Bougainville
Itinerary : Malaga, Gibraltar, Cadiz, Tangier, Melilla, Malaga
1 other departures
Le Bougainville
6 d
Balcony Stateroom
Malaga
11/15/2026
from
US$ 3,630
Other departures:
10 Nov 2026
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
3/10/2027
from
US$ 4,595
Other departures:
24 Feb 2027
03-17 Mar 2027
Itinerary : Puntarenas, Río Esquinas, Manuel Antonio (National Park), Manta, Curu, Puntarenas
1 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Puntarenas
12/12/2027
from
US$ 5,118
Other departures:
16 Feb 2028
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
2/3/2027
from
US$ 5,190
Other departures:
23-30 Dec 2026
06-20 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$ 5,190
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
1/27/2027
from
US$ 5,487
Other departures:
16 Dec 2026
13 Jan 2027
Itinerary : Valetta, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Reggio Calabria, Stromboli, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
4/8/2027
from
US$ 5,523
Itinerary : Piraieus, Hydra, Corinth Canal, Galaxidi, Stromboli, Gaeta, Porto Santo Stefano, Calvi, Nice
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Piraieus
7/31/2027
from
US$ 5,916
Itinerary : Venice, Rovinj, Zadar, Praslin, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Mljet, Tivat, Dubrovnik
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Venice
8/20/2026
from
US$ 6,404
Itinerary : Venice, Ravenna, Ancona, Otranto, Stromboli, Amafi, Porto Santo Stefano, Livorno, Portofino, Nice
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Venice
6/11/2027
from
US$ 8,856
Itinerary : Piraieus, Patmos, Delos, Paros, Corinth Canal, Hydra, Galaxidi, Galle, Stromboli, Syracuse (Sicily), Valetta
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Piraieus
6/23/2026
from
US$ 9,011
Itinerary : Venice, Rovinj, Zadar, Praslin, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Mljet, Kotor, Dubrovnik
Le Bougainville
8 d
Suite
Venice
7/23/2026
from
US$ 13,427
Itinerary : Nice, Marseille, Collioure, Roses, Barcelona
Le Bougainville
5 d
Balcony Stateroom
Nice
8/8/2027
from
US$ 2,952
Itinerary : Malaga, Funchal, Fort-de-France
Le Bougainville
13 d
Balcony Stateroom
Malaga
11/8/2027
from
US$ 3,904
Itinerary : Cadiz, Portsmouth (Dominica), Fort-de-France
Le Bougainville
13 d
Balcony Stateroom
Cadiz
12/4/2026
from
US$ 4,487
Itinerary : Las Palmas, Lanzarote, 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$ 5,392
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol, Rab, Brijuni Islands, Pula, Piran, Venice
1 other departures
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Dubrovnik
7/16/2026
from
US$ 5,749
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$ 6,082
Itinerary : Puntarenas, Golfito, Playa Muerto, Fuerte Amador, Crossing Panama canal, San Blas, Colon - Panama
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Puntarenas
1/5/2028
from
US$ 6,416
Itinerary : Colon - Panama, San Blas, Crossing Panama canal, Fuerte Amador, Playa Muerto, Golfito, Puntarenas
Le Bougainville
8 d
Balcony Stateroom
Colon - Panama
12/29/2027
from
US$ 6,416
Itinerary : Valetta, Stromboli, Otranto, Sailing the straight of Kotor, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Mljet, Hvar, Praslin, Split, Rab, Venice
Le Bougainville
9 d
Balcony Stateroom
Valetta
8/19/2027
from
US$ 6,630
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$ 7,094
Itinerary : Nice, Menton, Portofino, Portoferraio, Calvi, Ajaccio, Cassis, Roses, Menorca, Barcelona
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Nice
6/21/2027
from
US$ 7,392
Itinerary : Colon - Panama, Fort San Lorenzo, San Blas, Crossing Panama canal, Pearl Islands, Pacheca Island, Playa Muerto, Coiba, Río Esquinas, Curu, Puntarenas
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Colon - Panama
12/2/2027
from
US$ 7,535
Itinerary : Puntarenas, Curu, Río Esquinas, Coiba, Playa Muerto, Pearl Islands, Pacheca Island, Crossing Panama canal, San Blas, Fort San Lorenzo, Colon - Panama
Le Bougainville
11 d
Balcony Stateroom
Puntarenas
12/19/2027
from
US$ 7,535
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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