Ponant

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Lautoka

   Depart 17:30

   Fiji

   

   Lautoka, Fiji's "Sugar City," is a characterful western Viti Levu port where a century-old sugar mill, a vibrant municipal market, and lush botanical gardens reveal an unhurried South Pacific authenticity. Visitors should taste kokoda and lovo-smoked pork at the waterfront market and explore the nearby Yasawa Islands or Taveuni's rainforest waterfalls. The dry season from May through October offers the most comfortable cruising conditions, with warm days, low humidity, and calm seas ideal for shore excursions.

2. Day 2

   At Sea

   

3. Day 3

   Ambrym Island, Vanuatu

   Arrive 13:45Depart 18:30

   Vanuatu

   

   Ambrym is a volcanic island in Vanuatu where two active volcanoes maintain glowing lava lakes and the local culture preserves powerful masked dances and sorcery traditions found nowhere else in Melanesia. Must-dos include trekking to the volcanic caldera, witnessing a Rom dance ceremony, and tasting the island's famously potent kava. The dry season (May–October) offers the best conditions for volcano viewing and cultural encounters.

4. Day 4

   At Sea

   

5. Day 5

   Santa Ana (Solomon Islands)

   Arrive 08:30Depart 16:00

   Solomon Islands

   

   Santa Ana (Owaraha) is a small volcanic island in the Solomon Islands preserving one of Melanesia's most vibrant traditional cultures, with active shell-money economies, ceremonial dance festivals, and the extraordinary practice of shark-calling. Must-dos include witnessing a traditional dance performance, learning about shell-money production, and snorkeling the healthy coral reefs. Visit May to October for calm seas, accessible via expedition cruise ship.

6. Day 6

   Roderick Bay

   Arrive 08:00Depart 12:30

   Solomon Islands

   

   Roderick Bay in the western Solomon Islands offers pristine Coral Triangle snorkeling, World War II underwater heritage, and authentic Melanesian village culture with master wood carving traditions. Must-dos include reef snorkeling, visiting WWII wreck sites, and experiencing traditional village feasts. Best visited May through November during the dry season.

7. Day 7

   Njari Island

   Arrive 06:45Depart 11:00

   Solomon Islands

   

   Njari is a small island almost entirely covered in trees with just a small sand spit at its eastern end. A labyrinth of reefs and coral heads make an approach only feasible from the north. The small beach invites one to relax, but swimming from the beach is almost impossible as the corals are too close. To enjoy the underwater world one has to enter the water from a small boat, a little distance from the shore, where an amazing array of fish and coral will be visible. Two hundred and seventy nine different fish species have been seen during a single dive; the fourth-highest fish count ever recorded. An indication of why this island is considered a top spot for snorkeling in the Solomon Islands.

8. Day 8

   Bougainville Island

   Arrive 09:30Depart 17:00

   Papua New Guinea

   

   Bougainville is a volcanic, rainforest-covered island in Papua New Guinea's autonomous region, rich in Melanesian cultural traditions and emerging from a civil war toward potential independence. Must-dos include experiencing a traditional mumu feast, snorkeling pristine coral reefs, and witnessing the extraordinary Upe hat ceremony. Visit May to October during the dry season, with limited tourism infrastructure rewarding adventurous travelers.

9. Day 9

   Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

   Arrive 07:30Depart 14:30

   Papua New Guinea

   

   Rabaul is a partially buried volcanic town in Papua New Guinea's Simpson Harbour caldera, where the steaming Tavurvur cone, extensive Japanese wartime tunnels, and vibrant Tolai cultural traditions create one of the Pacific's most extraordinary port experiences. Visit during the dry season from May through October for volcano hikes, wartime archaeology, and diving enriched reefs.

10. Day 10

    At Sea

    

11. Day 11

    At Sea

    

12. Day 12

    Chuuk Lagoon, Micronesia

    Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00

    Micronesia

    

    Chuuk Lagoon, Micronesia, Micronesia is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Ponant. Must-do experiences include exploring the vibrant local markets for regional specialties and fresh seafood, and discovering the waterfront quarter where maritime heritage meets contemporary energy. The optimal time to visit is November through April, when dry season brings clear skies and calm seas.

13. Day 13

    Pulap

    Arrive 08:00Depart 15:30

    Micronesia

    

    Pulap is a remote Micronesian atoll that preserves one of humanity's most remarkable intellectual traditions — traditional star navigation, where master navigators guide canoes across thousands of kilometers of open ocean using only stars, swells, and natural signs. Must-do experiences include meeting traditional navigators, snorkeling the pristine lagoon reef, and witnessing the communal island life of a Carolinian atoll community. December through April offers the calmest conditions for visiting this extraordinarily remote destination.

14. Day 14

    Lamotrek Atoll

    Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00

    Micronesia

    

    Lamotrek Atoll, Micronesia is a spectacular maritime passage celebrated for its dramatic natural scenery and wildlife encounters, featured on expedition itineraries by Ponant. Travelers should position themselves on open decks with quality binoculars for the best viewing experience, and take advantage of Zodiac excursions when conditions permit. The optimal season is November through April, when dry season brings clear skies and calm seas.

15. Day 15

    Ifalik Atoll

    Arrive 07:30Depart 17:30

    Micronesia

    

    Ifalik Atoll is a tiny, culturally rich Micronesian coral atoll where approximately five hundred residents maintain traditional Pacific Islander lifeways including ancestral canoe-building, celestial navigation, and reef-based subsistence fishing. Expedition cruise visitors can witness living traditions rarely found elsewhere, from backstrap loom weaving to communal governance by hereditary chiefs. The calmest visiting conditions occur from December through April, and all visits require cultural sensitivity and advance coordination.

16. Day 16

    At Sea

    

17. Day 17

    Guam

    Arrive 07:00

    Guam

    

    Guam, Guam is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Ponant. Must-do experiences include exploring the vibrant local markets for regional specialties and fresh seafood, and discovering the waterfront quarter where maritime heritage meets contemporary energy. The optimal time to visit is November through April, when dry season brings clear skies and calm seas.

Cabin Categories

Deluxe Stateroom

Balcony

204 sq ftMax 2D

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A glazed panoramic swing door and rectangular window

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVFree Wi-Fi+11

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Prestige Deck 4

Suite

409 sq ftMax 46

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableButler Service+14

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Prestige Deck 5

balcony

7

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door

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Prestige Deck 6

balcony

8

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) One chaise longue A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window or glazed panoramic swing door

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Deluxe Suite Deck 3

Suite

290 sq ftMax 31

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A glazed panoramic swing door and panoramic window

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+13

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Deluxe Suite Deck 4

Suite

290 sq ftMax 32

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic slidging bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+13

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Deluxe Suite Deck 5

Suite

290 sq ftMax 33

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket on arrival One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 4 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+13

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Deluxe Suite Deck 6

Suite

290 sq ftMax 34

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket on arrival One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) An armchair and sofa (90 x 190 cm) A bathroom with shower A private 6 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+13

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Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6

Suite

484 sq ftMax 45

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket on arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with one king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with sofa convetible to a double bed (160 x 190 cm), armchair, and second TV A bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub A private 32 m² terrace with two deckchairs and four-seater dining table 2 panoramic sliding bay windows

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Wi-FiSafeHair Dryer+14

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Owner's Suite

Suite

484 sq ftMax 4OS

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Private return transfer Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket on arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A lounge with armchair, double sofa bed (160 x 190 cm), and second TV A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A bathroom with shower, Balneo bathtub and smart mirror A one-hour spa treatments per person (for 2 people) in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer Included premium pass: access to a selection of premium spirits at the bar A private 40 m² terrace: 2 deckchairs, jacuzzi, and outdoor lounge area with sofa and armchair Two panoramic sliding bay windows

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableButler Service+15

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Prestige Deck 5 Suite

suite

9

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Champagne and fruit basket on arrival An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door Two bathrooms with shower A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs Two panoramic sliding bay windows

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Prestige Deck 6 Suite

suite

10

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket on arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair A bathroom with shower A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window

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Privilege Suite Deck 5

Suite

344 sq ftMax 311

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Butler service One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge area with chaise longue and armchair A bathroom with shower A private 8 m² balcony with two armchairs A panoramic sliding bay window

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedButler ServiceTV+14

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Privilege Suite Deck 6

Suite

344 sq ftMax 312

In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms: Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation) Champagne and fruit basket on arrival Butler service An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) A lounge with convertible sofa to a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm), armchair, second TV, and sliding courtesy door Two bathrooms with shower A private 8 m² balcony with four armchairs Two panoramic sliding bay windows

King or Twin ConfigurationSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedButler ServiceTV+14

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