Cruise LinePonant
ShipLe Soleal
Nights10
DepartsSun, Jul 19th 2026
ReturnsWed, Jul 29th 2026
Departing PortDarwin
Ports of CallDarwin, King George River - WA Australia, Vansittart Bay - WA, Ashmore and Cartier Islands, Careening Bay, Western Australia, Swift Bay, Hunter River & Mitchell Falls, Western Australia, Collier Bay (2 Days), Lacepedes Islands - WA, Broome
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Itinerary
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Day
Port
Arrive
Depart
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Day 1
Port Darwin, Australia
Arrival --
Departure 6:00pm
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Day 2
Port King George River - WA Australia, Australia
Arrival 11:30am
Departure 7:30pm
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Day 3
Port Vansittart Bay - WA, Australia
Arrival 6:00am
Departure 12:00pm
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Day 4
Port Ashmore and Cartier Islands, Australia
Arrival 7:00am
Departure 6:00pm
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Day 5
Port Careening Bay, Western Australia, Australia
Arrival 12:00pm
Departure 7:00pm
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Day 6
Port Swift Bay
Arrival 6:30am
Departure 6:00pm
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Day 7
Port Hunter River & Mitchell Falls, Western Australia, Australia
Arrival 5:30am
Departure 6:00pm
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Day 8
Arrival 6:00am
Departure 11:30am
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Day 9
Arrival 6:00am
Departure 6:00pm
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Day 10
Port Lacepedes Islands - WA, Australia
Arrival 6:00am
Departure 6:00pm
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Day 11
Port Broome, Australia
Arrival 7:00am
Departure --
Additional Sailings
Ship Details
Decks
Select any deck plan to see more details. Once clicked, hover over the image to zoom.- Main Lounge
- Bar
- Shop
- Excursion Desk
- Reception Desk
- Medical Centre
- Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom
- Window or Porthole Stateroom
- Fitness Suite
- Hair Salon
- Spa
- Studio PONANT
- Bridge
- Prestige Suite
- Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom
- Accessible Suite
- Pool
- Grill
- Bar
- Library
- Observation Lounge
- Panoramic Terrace
- Owner's Suite
- Deluxe Suite
- Prestige Suite
- Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom
Ship Categories
Dining
At the back of deck 2, our gourmet restaurant, complete with wine cellar, offers French and international cuisine. It can accommodate all guests in a single service for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
In a relaxed atmosphere, our grill restaurant located on deck 6 welcomes you for breakfast, buffet lunches and themed dinners.
Entertainment
An extension of the journey and the ship, la Boutique offers an exclusive shopping experience with a wide range of technical and casual ready-to-wear and equipment, with or without PONANT personalization. It also features unique souvenirs to extend the journey back home, as well as jewelry, accessories and luxury items. Opening hours follow the voyage schedule, including days at sea, and all purchases on board are tax-free.
If you have not made a pre-booking before your cruise, you can book your excursions on board during one of the daily opening times of the excursion desk (timetables available in your daily program). It is only possible to pre-book one excursion per port day. If you would like to book a second excursion on the same day, please contact the excursion desk to check availability.
Tea room, bar, live music, dance floor, terrace: the main lounge is an essential meeting place throughout your journey.
A photography and videography team escort you throughout your trip. These professionals capture the most beautiful moments of your cruise, which you can share with family and friends upon your return. Meet them on DECK 5 (DECK 6 on the PONANT Explorers ships) at the photo/video area, where you can also order souvenir pictures and videos.
With its water blending into the surrounding landscapes, the pool is perfect for relaxing in the sun.
Library, internet space, bar, occasional live entertainment, terrace: enjoy a 180° panorama of the horizon from the observatory lounge.
Enjoy a drink in the 50-capacity outdoor lounge area, with a view of the sea and the pool bridge.
Comfortably seated, you can attend conferences given by the guests and teams of naturalists, as well as enjoy a variety of shows, concerts and performances by professional dancers and musicians.
Music and dance
Opera, jazz, piano recitals, concerts or ballets at sea or on land: musical cruises and dance cruises offer privileged experiences, in small groups, alongside prestigious partners, such as Radio Classique or the Paris National Opera and talented artists of international renown.
Art and literature
Share high-quality moments and attend conferences by curators from national and international museums, women and men from the world of culture, renowned writers, actors and philosophers. They discuss their passion during conferences or private visits. Experience the opportunity to open up to new perspectives.
Health & Fitness
Onboard our ships, in the heart of an intimate and privileged environment with the ocean as your backdrop, discover a new way to enjoy the Spa experience.
In association with SOTHYS™ Paris, we are offering you a selection of expert face and body treatments. The “savoir-faire” and expertise of our hair professional partner DAVINES® will be able to satisfy all your expectations.
The fitness room offers a wide range of exercises suitable for all levels to train facing magnificent views.
Each product has been crafted using the most advanced cosmetic technologies and natural ingredients. Developed and packaged while minimising the environmental impact, Davines® products are inspired by the Sustainable Beauty ideal, an inseparable unit between Beauty and Being. During your cruise, treat your hair to a unique beauty experience. Our expert stylist will do an in-depth analysis of your hair and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Prices are per person, double occupancy, cruise only and on select sailings. Prices shown are for stateroom categories as noted and are shown in US Dollars. Pricing listed includes taxes and fees. Airfare is not included. Prices and itineraries are based on availability and are subject to change without notice.