Le Dumont d'Urville is one of their luxurious Explorer ships featuring well-appointed cabins, elegant public spaces, innovative facilities and state-of-the-art green technology which helps comply with the environmental guidelines needed to visit the more unique destinations.
Fitting into Ponant's standard of luxury, guests can enjoy spacious accommodation with private balconies, relaxing and modern lounges, a theatre, health and fitness facilities and unique features such as the adjustable marina and underwater Blue Eye lounge.
With only two dining venues onboard, guests will experience the finest in French cuisine as Ponant's passion and heart for the culinary arts is demonstrated in every dish.
All guests can enjoy the elegance of the panoramic restaurant where most of your dining takes place. You'll also find a sumptuous buffet available in an outside area, which serves fantastic choices including salads, desserts and cheeses.
The ship's grill is a casual dining option which seats only 70 guests and offers meats, salads and desserts among others.
The panoramic lounge keeps guests entertained day and night with a programme of activities and events, or you can take the time to relax and socialise along with a drink from the bar if you choose.
Equipped with the latest sound and lighting technology and an LED back wall, the ship's theatre offers excellent evenings of shows and entertainment from various performers.
The Dumont d'Urville's sun deck is equipped with a counter-current swimming pool, an outdoor bar and lounge, and a solarium so guests can enjoy the weather as they relax.
The multi-sensory Blue Eye lounge is a new feature introduced with the Explorer ships. The underwater lounge provides guests a chance to fully immerse themselves in the seaworld in a comfortable environment.
If you'd like to get more active, the adjustable three-form marina comes equipped with Zodiacs and complimentary watersports equipment so you can enjoy time off the ship.