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Le Bougainville
Le Bougainville, expected to debut in 2019, will be the third ship of Ponant Explorers, a new class that remains true to the Ponant spirit, gently combining aspects of sophistication, comfort and privacy with contemporary and ecofriendly equipment for a truly unique cruising experience. With only 92 accommodations, 110 crew members, and a maximum capacity for 184 passengers, Le Bougainville will continue the Ponant tradition of making you feel like you’re aboard your own private yacht. With its small size and length, Le Bougainville is specifically designed for expeditions and will take you to rarely-visited destinations whose secrets are just waiting to be unlocked. The ship is fitted with stabilizers and its hull is reinforced precisely for polar expeditions so you can explore the polar region with utmost safety and security.
Le Bougainville Itineraries
Sailing aboard a Le Bougainville cruise means you’ll visit fascinating and curious destination that even mid-sized ships are unable to reach. Voyages on Le Bougainville range from 7 to 8-nights. Some of Le Bougainville’s most recent destinations for 2019 include the Mediterranean and the Adriatic.
Onboard Lifestyle
The service provided by the well-trained crew of Le Bougainville is discreet, yet specialized. No detail will go unnoticed. This characteristic French yacht will provide an extremely relaxing vacation. A familiar, yet sophisticated, atmosphere will further transport you where you would never imagine. Plus, Le Bougainville is a certified “clean-ship,” so its impact on the environment is minimal as it sails the world.
Le Bougainville, like her sister ships, will have many common areas that are designed to meet all of your needs. The public areas aboard this ship include:
The reception area, where you can find the concierge and excursions desks
Onboard shop
The Main Lounge, where you can mingle with other guests and attend hosted activities
188-seat theater, the theater hosts daily entertainment and is outfitted with the best sound and lighting technology
Pool deck has an infinity pool that features a counter-current swimming system and panoramic view. It is located near the solarium and outdoor bar and lounge, which offers comfortable seating
It also features an LED stage backdrop for projecting high quality images and videos
Many of the public areas open to the outdoors so you can enjoy the fresh polar or tropical air
Le Bougainville Menu
An essential part of French culture, gastronomy will naturally have place of pride aboard Le Bougainville. You can choose from a relaxed dining atmosphere on deck 3, which offers grilled meats and a variety of salads and desserts daily, or a panoramic restaurant featuring a buffet and table service towards the rear of deck 4. Ponant recently partnered with Ducasse Conseil to heighten its culinary standards even further to provide you with the best culinary experience possible.
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Ship Highlights
Comfortable Accommodations
All staterooms and suites come with a private balcony so you can enjoy the majestic view of the horizon. Each room includes an adjustable thermostat, a king size or twin beds, a shower, minibar, flat-screen satellite TV, desktop with stationary, iPod players, on-demand video, a safe, hair dryer, bathrobes, and satellite phone. Also included are French bath products, 24-hour room service and internet accessible wi-fi. Certain suites have a bathtub and suites on deck 5 include complimentary butler service. There are four 484-square foot suites with a private terrace.
Blue Eye Lounge
Le Bougainville is the third ship to feature the Blue Eye Lounge, a multi-sensory underwater space located within the hull and beneath the water line, and the first of its kind in the world. The lounge, designed by architect Jacques Rougerie, is illuminated by specially designed lighting and decorated with digital screens that project images filmed by 3 underwater cameras, strategically placed to entice jellyfish and other sea life. The lounge’s sound, coordinated by sound design expert Michel Redolfi, evokes unique acoustic immersion and allows you to listen to live sounds of the environment outside of you through hydrophones that are attached to the ship. The sofas in the lounge vibrate in unison with the live sounds to bring you a true sensory listening experience.
3-Position Marina
Le Bougainville features a brand-new hydraulic platform at the rear, which has three adjustable heights. While the ship is sailing, the platform serves as a sun deck. When the ship is docked or anchored, it can lower into the water for easy and convenient Zodiac launching or it can be set to sea level for swimming and watersports.
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Pricing listed above is per person, based on double occupancy in the least expensive accommodations available, is subject to change, and may not reflect the most recent pricing (as pricing gets updated throughout the day). Prices include Required Cruise Fees & Expenses, as well as Government Taxes & Fees. Prices may not reflect discounts and special promotions that you may qualify for. Go to the Category selection step of the online booking process to view the live pricing and latest offers.
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Every type of stateroom on Le Bougainville, with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.
Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.
All stateroom types
All staterooms include the following general amenities:
An ocean view.
Individually-controlled air conditioning.
Stateroom layout: king-size bed, or twin beds.
Stateroom layout: king-size bed, or twin beds.
Minibar.
Flat-screen satellite TV.
iPod™ docks.
Desk with stationery.
Safe.
French bath products.
Dressing table, bath robes, hairdryer.
Direct line telephone.
110V American outlets (two flat pins) / 220V European outlets (round sockets with two round pins).
24hr room service.
Wi-Fi Internet access.
Suite
If you’re a traveler who wants the best of the best, then booking a Suite is the way to go. From the most living and storage space to extra perks, larger bathrooms, and faster, more personalized service, Suites have everything you need for an unforgettable experience. They are an especially great value during longer cruises when you can enjoy the space and amenities for longer.
Owner's Suite
Category
Approx. size
Location
SA
300 sq. ft. plus a 200 sq. ft. balcony (500 sq. ft. total)
There is one Grand Deluxe Suite located on Deck 6. This suite can accommodate up to two guests. Each includes an elegant French design, private balcony, and all general amenities listed above, including:
iPod players
On-demand entertainment
French bath products
Privilege Suite
Category
Approx. size
Location
PV
208 sq. ft. plus a 52 sq. ft. balcony (260 sq. ft. total)
The Privilege Suites are located on Decks 5 and 6. Enjoy a spacious area designed for two guests, decorated by expert French designers, including a mesmerizing ocean view from a private balcony. Guests receive all general amenities listed above in addition to:
Bathtub and shower
iPod players
On-demand entertainment
French bath products
Prestige Suite
Category
Approx. size
Location
PS
250 sq. ft. plus a 52 sq. ft. balcony (302 sq. ft. total)
Deluxe Suites are located on Decks 3 to 6 and can accommodate up to three guests. Each suite is opulently designed with French touches and includes:
Breathtaking ocean view from a private balcony
iPod players
On-demand entertainment
French bath products
Balcony
Balcony staterooms are more expensive than Oceanviews, but provide a much more elevated experience. In some cases (depending on the ship and category) you’ll get extra living and storage space, plus amenities that may not fit in smaller accommodations. Balcony staterooms are perfect for travelers who wish to spend a decent amount of time relaxing in privacy. Balconies bring you closer to the passing scenery and wildlife, providing an up close and personal view.
They also tend to be closer to public areas, which means you won’t need to go far to change or drop something to your room.
Prestige Stateroom
Category
Approx. size
Location
PR
124 sq. ft. plus a 26 sq. ft. balcony (150 sq. ft. total)
Prestige Staterooms offer plenty of space and a beautiful ocean view from your private balcony. In addition to the general amenities listed above, also included are:
iPod players
On-demand entertainment
French bath products
Deluxe Stateroom
Category
Approx. size
Location
DEL
104 sq. ft. plus a 27 sq. ft. balcony (131 sq. ft. total)
Deluxe Staterooms offer plenty of space and a beautiful ocean view from your private balcony. In addition to the general amenities listed above, also included are:
Le Bougainville has 92 staterooms in 7 booking categories, grouped into two types: Suite and Balcony. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.
Which staterooms on Le Bougainville have a balcony?
76 staterooms on Le Bougainville have a private balcony. Every stateroom in the Suite and Balcony types has one.
Does Le Bougainville have accessible staterooms?
Yes. Le Bougainville has 92 accessible staterooms across its categories.
How many decks does Le Bougainville have?
Le Bougainville has 5 passenger decks, numbered 3 to 7. Staterooms are on decks 3 to 6.
What dining times does Le Bougainville offer?
Le Bougainville offers Open dining in its main dining room.
What kind of electrical outlets are in the staterooms on Le Bougainville?
The cruise line lists the stateroom power as 110/220V. That includes the 110-volt power used in the United States.
Where is Le Bougainville registered?
Le Bougainville sails under the flag of France.
Photos provided are not guaranteed to
accurately represent the room or space listed, and may be of a similar ship. All stateroom descriptions are subject
to change. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed.
Deck plans are subject to change. Please verify all information directly with the cruise line. We reserve the right to correct errors.
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