Signature highlights
A small expedition ship with balcony accommodations, a marina platform for excursions, an underwater Blue Eye lounge, an open-bridge-style expedition atmosphere, and a compact design suited to smaller ports.
Le Jacques Cartier
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About Le Jacques Cartier
Le Jacques Cartier is a compact PONANT Explorers expedition yacht designed for intimate, destination-focused cruising. The 2020-built ship carries up to 184 guests in 92 staterooms and suites, with 118 crew members and predominantly balcony accommodations. Its small size supports access to less-visited ports, while expedition facilities and a marina platform enable shore landings and water activities. Onboard spaces combine French-inspired dining and relaxed lounges with a theatre, spa, pool, and underwater Blue Eye lounge.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Compagnie du Ponant (PONANT)
- Builder / shipyard
- VARD Tulcea, Romania (hull); VARD Søviknes, Norway (outfitting)
- Registry / flag
- Wallis and Futuna (Mata Utu)
- Call sign
- FLYQ
- IMO number
- 9852420
- MMSI
- 578001400
- Draft
- 4.7 m
- Previous names
- Le Surville
Onboard Experience
Dining
French-influenced dining is complemented by a main restaurant, an outdoor grill, lounges, and bars. PONANT presents gastronomy as a central part of the onboard experience.
Entertainment
The theatre hosts lectures, naturalist presentations, concerts, shows, and other performances. Lounges and bars provide quieter spaces for socializing and relaxation.
Staterooms & suites
The ship has 92 staterooms and suites, with current PONANT listings showing balcony accommodations including lower-deck and upper-deck categories. Suites range from deluxe accommodations to larger prestige, privilege, grand deluxe, and owner’s suites.
For families
PONANT lists an Ocean Young Explorers program and expedition activities suitable for families, although the ship is primarily positioned as an intimate expedition yacht rather than a family resort ship.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a SOTHYS and Davines spa, hammam, fitness room, massage and beauty treatments, hairdressing services, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Environmental features
The ship is part of PONANT’s newer expedition fleet, incorporating environmental technologies and a Clean Ship-oriented design. Expedition operations use a marina platform and small craft to support nature-focused landings and water activities.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 21, 2026
2 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 9, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Feb 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: May 15, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 21, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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Ports of Call
Next: Feb 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 6, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 21, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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