Luxury expedition leader Ponant Exploration Group is waiving single supplements on voyages so guests can explore the world’s most remote destinations without compromise.
*All details correct at time of publish (04 September 2025)
From Antarctica’s glacial majesty to the Arctic’s polar bears, Ponant says it is one of the only luxury cruise lines to offer this value-led approach, giving solo explorers (and even friends travelling together who want their own space) the chance to book double staterooms or suites without paying extra.
The company’s solo-friendly policy removes the premium traditionally associated with single occupancy.
Whether it’s an expedition voyage or a luxury yachting experience, guests enjoy spacious staterooms or suites for themselves, with no compromise on comfort, experience, or price.
What began as a trend for city breaks and mini getaways is now extending into the realms of far-flung polar expeditions and once-in-a-lifetime adventures, thanks to these strong value-led offers.
Ponant Explorations has over 160 cruises with solo staterooms available at any given time, each sold to a certain capacity on each ship.
With demand for meaningful, once-in-a-lifetime experiences continuing to surge, the company says it is empowering agents to reframe polar expeditions as accessible and enriching options for independent travellers.
Upcoming solo-friendly highlights include:
- Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula: From Ushuaia to Buenos Aires– 3 sailings in February and March 2026 – 18 nights on board Le Boréal, L’Austral or Le Lyrial. From £12,630 per person.
- The Geographic North Pole: From/to Longyearbyen – 3 sailings in July and August 2026 – 15 nights on board Le Commandant Charcot. From £32,560 per person.
With its French-style flair, expert-led programming, and sustainable small-ship fleet, solo travellers can embark on their polar journey on the world’s only luxury ice-breaker, Le Commandant Charcot, or one of the Sisterships which are intimate ships fit for polar navigation – without breaking the bank.
Anthony Daniels, General Manager for UK and Ireland at Ponant Explorations, commented:
“Solo travellers often seek introspection, and the polar regions provide unmatched stillness, vastness and personal space with no compromise on comfort.
“Equally, with as few as 132 guests, PONANT EXPLORATIONS’s small ships make it easy to meet like-minded travellers on curated excursions and shared experiences.
“The value of all-inclusive pricing, expert-led excursions and seamless logistics also offer true peace of mind and clarity for solo bookers.”
For more information, go to uk.ponant.com
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