PONANT has unveiled a brand-new Fly, Stay & Cruise package available across 18 departures from May to September 2025 onboard PONANT Explorer Le Jacques-Cartier and sistership Le Soléal including two new round-trip itineraries from Darwin.
The new package is available to book now and includes return flights from all major Australian and New Zealand cities, airport and hotel transfers*, one-night pre-cruise accommodation and a 10-night luxury expedition including all zodiac outings, shore excursions, all meals at the two onboard restaurants, beverages including open bar, insightful onboard lectures and educative talks from PONANT’s expedition leaders.
The pre-accommodation utilised by PONANT in Broome and Darwin is The Kimberley Sands Broome and Adina Waterside Apartments Darwin.
“We are incredibly excited to introduce our Fly, Stay & Cruise package for our guests,” said Deb Corbett, PONANT CEO Asia Pacific. “Not only will this eliminate the complexities of planning, but it is very cost-effective, making clients’ experiences in the region more accessible than ever”.
Subscribe to LATTE Cruise’s free eNewsletter to keep up to date with everything in the luxury cruise space.Starting in May 2025, PONANT’s Kimberley season will allow guests to discover iconic sites such as King George Falls, the tidal phenomenon in the formation of Horizontal Falls, the sacred First Nation Wandjina rock art site on Jar Island, and much more, through expert-led daily shore excursions, revealing hidden gems inaccessible to land visitors. PONANT’s luxury small ships, with capacity of up to 184 guests (Le Jacques-Cartier) and 264 guests (Le Soléal), navigate shallow waters, offering a bespoke voyage for each guest and providing close access to the Kimberley’s stunning landscapes for a truly memorable journey.
PONANT is also offering guests a free solo supplement* designed for solo travellers or individuals travelling as a group.
“Our free solo supplement has become extremely popular amongst Australian and New Zealand travellers looking at travelling with a group of friends, without sacrificing the comfort and privacy of their own cabins!,” Corbett adds. “We encourage travellers to jump on these as soon as possible as they don’t last long.”
PONANT’s Fly, Stay & Cruise Package is available on all the departures listed below:
Australia’s Iconic Kimberley – Northbound
Broome – Darwin (10 nights)
8 departures in 2025 aboard Le Soléal or Le Jacques-Cartier
Departs 3 June, 23 June, 12 July, 13 July, 2 August, 31 August, 1 September, 21 September 2025
Australia’s Iconic Kimberley – Southbound
Darwin – Broome (10 nights)
8 departures in 2025 aboard Le Soléal or Le Jacques-Cartier
Departs 24 May, 13 June, 2 July, 3 July, 23 July, 1 August, 22 August, 11 September 2025
New in 2025 – Australia’s Iconic Kimberley – roundtrip from Darwin
Darwin – Darwin (10 nights)
2 departures available in 2025 aboard Le Soléal or Le Jacques-Cartier
Departs 22 July, 12 August 2025 with FREE solo supplement available^
More information on au.ponant.com/kimberley2025
*Terms and conditions: Offer valid on new bookings only for 2025 Kimberley Luxury Expeditions itineraries. Advertised price is in Australian dollars (AUD), per person in a Deluxe Stateroom Deck 3. More conditions apply. Visit au.ponant.com/kimberley25 for complete terms and conditions. ABN:25 166 676517.
^Terms & conditions: The supplement for single usage of a double cabin is waived, according to availability and staterooms categories. More conditions apply. Visit au.ponant.com or contact your preferred travel agent.
