Signature highlights
Le Bellot features Ponant’s Blue Eye underwater lounge, a 188-seat theatre, an outdoor pool with counter-current system, observation areas and a hydraulic platform for embarkation, Zodiac transfers and water activities.
Le Bellot
Le Bellot is an 184-guest Tauck cruise ship, in service since 2020. This page lists 10 upcoming departures across 2 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Small-ship expedition travelers
✓ Guests preferring balcony accommodations
✓ Travelers who enjoy lectures and naturalist programming
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Le Bellot at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 44%
A small expedition-size ship at 9,976 gross tons — #308 of 565 ships we track. 54 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Small-ship expedition travelers
- Guests preferring balcony accommodations
- Travelers who enjoy lectures and naturalist programming
- Couples seeking a quiet, intimate ship
- Families needing a small children’s activity area
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting extensive nightlife
- Guests seeking many specialty restaurants
- Passengers who prefer large resort-style ships
- Travelers needing extensive accessible accommodation
- Families seeking large children’s water attractions
Live Position ● 2 hours ago
Heading to: USBOS
11.1 knots
Under Way Using Engine
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Le Bellot
Le Bellot is a 2020 Ponant Explorers-class small ship operated by Ponant and marketed by Tauck. Designed for expedition-style cruising, she carries up to 184 guests in an intimate setting with six passenger decks, French-inspired interiors, open-air observation areas and a compact yacht-like profile. The ship combines a refined onboard experience with practical exploration equipment, including a hydraulic marina platform for Zodiac operations and water access. Most accommodations have balconies, while the ship’s small scale supports a quieter, more personal style of cruising.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Ponant
- Builder / shipyard
- VARD Tulcea, Romania (hull); VARD Søviknes, Norway (outfitting)
- Registry / flag
- France (Wallis and Futuna; port of registry Mata Utu)
- Call sign
- FLZG
- IMO number
- 9852418
- MMSI
- 578001500
- Draft
- 4.6 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship has limited family-specific facilities but includes nine window deluxe or family cabins, according to the shipbuilder’s specifications.
Pools, spa & wellness
Wellness facilities include a spa, fitness center, steam-bath and treatment options, plus an outdoor pool and solarium.
Accessibility
The ship has elevators serving the passenger decks and two fully ADA cabins listed in the shipbuilder’s specifications.
Environmental features
Le Bellot belongs to Ponant’s newer Explorer series, which uses environmentally focused technology and carries Bureau Veritas CLEANSHIP certification within the series.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 7 · Deck 7
Spa FitnessDeck 6 · Deck 6
Panoramic Lounge Art Gallery / Photo Video Upper decks balcony stateroom Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite Privilege Suite Grand SuiteDeck 5 · Deck 5
Jacuzzi Bridge Upper decks balcony stateroom Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite Privilege Suite Owner's SuiteDeck 4 · Deck 4
Restaurant Upper decks balcony stateroom Deluxe SuiteDeck 3 · Deck 3
Grill Main Lounge Pool Theatre Shop Excursion Desk Reception Desk Lower deck balcony stateroom Deluxe SuiteDeck 2 · Deck 2
MarinaCabins & suites
Balcony 85%
Suite 15%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower deck balcony stateroom | Balcony | 13 | 204 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Upper decks balcony stateroom | Balcony | 65 | 204 sq ft | 2 | 4, 5, 6 |
| Deluxe Suite | Suite | 5 | 290 sq ft | 3 | 3, 4, 5, 6 |
| Prestige Suite | Suite | 4 | 409 sq ft | 4 | 5, 6 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Grill
Included
An outdoor casual restaurant serving grilled specialties, salads and desserts.
Restaurant
Included
The main panoramic dining room serves French and international cuisine.
Bars & lounges
Blue Eye
Varies
An underwater lounge with viewing ports and underwater visual and sound features.
Main Lounge
Varies
The principal lounge has a bar and hosts live entertainment.
Exterior Bar
Varies
An outdoor bar and lounge beside the pool deck.
Panoramic Lounge
Varies
A forward observation lounge with a bar, library and access to an outdoor terrace.
History & sister ships
Other Ponant Explorers class ships
Where Le Bellot sails, month by month
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| Other / multi-region | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
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Itineraries & Sailings
7 Nights
Cruising the Great Lakes: Toronto to Chicago
Next: Aug 29, 2027
4 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Iceland
Next: Jun 10, 2027
6 upcoming departures
All 2 itineraries and their departure dates
- Cruising the Great Lakes: Toronto to Chicago 29 Aug 2027, 5 Sep 2027, 12 Sep 2027, 19 Sep 2027
- Iceland 10 Jun 2027, 17 Jun 2027, 24 Jun 2027, 1 Jul 2027, 8 Jul 2027, 15 Jul 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2027 | Jun 17, 2027 | Iceland | 7 | Book → | |
| Jun 17, 2027 | Jun 24, 2027 | Iceland | 7 | Book → | |
| Jun 24, 2027 | Jul 1, 2027 | Iceland | 7 | Book → | |
| Jul 1, 2027 | Jul 8, 2027 | Iceland | 7 | Book → | |
| Jul 8, 2027 | Jul 15, 2027 | Iceland | 7 | Book → | |
| Jul 15, 2027 | Jul 22, 2027 | Iceland | 7 | Book → | |
| Aug 29, 2027 | Sep 5, 2027 | Cruising the Great Lakes: Toronto to Chicago | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 5, 2027 | Sep 12, 2027 | Cruising the Great Lakes: Toronto to Chicago | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 12, 2027 | Sep 19, 2027 | Cruising the Great Lakes: Toronto to Chicago | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 19, 2027 | Sep 26, 2027 | Cruising the Great Lakes: Toronto to Chicago | 7 | Book → |
Le Bellot FAQ
What flag does Le Bellot sail under?
Le Bellot is registered in France (Wallis and Futuna; port of registry Mata Utu).
How many passengers does Le Bellot hold?
Le Bellot carries about 184 guests with roughly 118 crew.
How old is Le Bellot?
Le Bellot entered service in 2020.
How big is Le Bellot?
At 9,976 gross tons and 132 m long, Le Bellot is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 44% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What dining is included on Le Bellot?
The main Restaurant and the casual Grill are included dining venues. House wines, selected spirits and nonalcoholic beverages are included, while premium wines may cost extra.
What is the dress code on Le Bellot?
Formalwear is not required. Smart casual clothing such as slacks and a collared shirt is suitable for the main dining room, with slightly dressier clothing sometimes chosen for welcome and farewell dinners.
Is Wi-Fi available aboard Le Bellot?
Wi-Fi is available in the staterooms and public areas, but service quality depends on the ship’s navigation area and satellite connection.
Are tips included on Tauck cruises aboard Le Bellot?
Tauck includes appropriate gratuities for ship crew and dining-room service in its cruise pricing.
Is Le Bellot accessible to passengers with reduced mobility?
The ship has accessible facilities and designated accessible staterooms, including accessible accommodations on decks 4 and 5. Boarding and some expedition activities may still require the ability to manage gangways or other physical access conditions.
Are children accommodated on Le Bellot?
The ship has an Ocean Young Explorers children’s activity area on deck 6, but it does not offer the extensive children’s clubs, rides or water attractions found on large resort ships.