LE PONANT is the only luxury cruise line in the world that sails exclusively under the French flag, crewed by French officers and shaped by the philosophy that refined French hospitality and genuine exploration are not opposites but complements.

Quark Expeditions is the longest-established and most decorated specialist in polar expedition cruising, with over three decades of firsts in Antarctica and the Arctic. This guide covers everything you need to know about the company, its fleet, its destinations...