ocean, expedition cruise line
Ponant Cruises
15 ships in the fleet
Why Book With Waterways Cruise?
Four decades of expertise, one dedicated advisor, and every detail handled — from your front door to the gangway and back.
Personal Service — Your Own Cruise Concierge
One dedicated advisor who knows your name and your preferences — not a call center, and never a stranger. Same person, start to finish.
Tailor-Made — 100% Custom-Built
This is not a package. Flights, hotels, transfers and shore days — all planned from scratch around how you actually like to travel.
Expertise — 40+ Years in Travel
Founded by J. Richard, a four-decade veteran of the travel industry, and solely focused on premium river and ocean cruising.
Security — Book With Total Confidence
A proud member of Signature Travel Network — with shipboard credits, exclusive perks, and your vacation investment protected.
PONANT is the world leader in luxury expedition cruising, bringing distinctive French savior-faire to the world's most remote corners. Operating a sleek, modern fleet of small-scale eco-designed yachts, PONANT takes guests seamlessly into the Arctic, Antarctica, and tropical archipelagos. The onboard experience is defined by understated French luxury, featuring interiors by top designers, gourmet dining curated by Ducasse Conseil, and complimentary fine wines. Guided by expert naturalists and equipped with cutting-edge maritime technology, PONANT delivers thrilling, low-impact global exploration wrapped in the elegant, refined comfort of a five-star private yacht.