Luxury expedition leader PONANT EXPLORATIONS is redefining possibilities for solo travellers to explore the world’s most remote frontiers – from Antarctica’s glacial majesty to the polar bears of the Arctic – without the traditional price tag.
The leader in luxury cruising for solo explorers, especially in the expedition and boutique segments, it is one of the only luxury cruise lines to waive a single supplement, allowing solo guests to book double staterooms or suites without paying extra.
As interest in solo travel hits new highs, PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ focus on supporting solo travellers and “solo friends” travelling together on select polar departures is more in demand than ever, offering intrepid individuals the chance to check off the ultimate bucket-list experience without having to pay hefty single surcharges.
For groups of friends who like to travel together – but prefer their own space – PONANT EXPLORATIONS’s solo-friendly policy removes the premium traditionally associated with single occupancy. Whether it’s an expedition voyage or a luxury yachting experience, guests enjoy spacious staterooms or suites for themselves, with no compromise on comfort, experience, or price. What began as a trend for city breaks and mini getaways is now extending into the realms of far-flung polar expeditions and once-in-a-lifetime adventures thanks to these strong value-led offers.
PONANT EXPLORATIONS has over 160 cruises with solo staterooms available at any given time, each sold to a certain capacity on each ship. With demand for meaningful, once-in-a-lifetime experiences continuing to surge, PONANT EXPLORATIONS is empowering agents to reframe polar expeditions as accessible and enriching options for independent travellers.
Upcoming solo-friendly highlights include:
- Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula: From Ushuaia to Buenos Aires – 3 sailings in February and March 2026 – 18 nights on board Le Boréal, L’Austral or Le Lyrial. From £12,630 per person.
- The Geographic North Pole: From/to Longyearbyen – 3 sailings in July and August 2026 – 15 nights on board Le Commandant Charcot. From £32,560 per person.
With its French-style flair, expert-led programming, and sustainable small-ship fleet, PONANT EXPLORATIONS invites solo travellers to curate their polar journey on the world’s only luxury ice-breaker, Le Commandant Charcot, or one of the Sisterships which are intimate ships fit for polar navigation – without breaking the bank.