Ponant Kids Clubs, Accessibility & Onboard Medical Care
Detailed Ponant policy on youth clubs, age rules, wheelchair accessibility, service animals, and onboard medical center care.
Key Policy Breakdown
Youth Clubs & Kids Programs
No dedicated youth facilities; expedition team offers polar education lectures for kids on select family sailings.
Youth Age Rules & Curfews
Minimum sailing age is 1 year old (3 years for polar expedition sailings).
Accessibility & Special Needs
Explorers-class ships feature elevators; note Zodiac polar landings require mobility.
Service Animals Policy
Service animals permitted with prior corporate approval.
Onboard Medical Facilities
Onboard Medical Center staffed 24/7 by doctor and nurse on all expedition ships.
Accessible Shore Excursions
All Zodiac landings and polar expedition shore excursions included in cruise fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
What youth clubs and programs does Ponant provide?
No dedicated youth facilities; expedition team offers polar education lectures for kids on select family sailings.
How accessible are Ponant ships for wheelchair users?
Explorers-class ships feature elevators; note Zodiac polar landings require mobility.
Are service animals allowed on Ponant cruises?
Service animals permitted with prior corporate approval.
What medical facilities and care are available on board Ponant?
Onboard Medical Center staffed 24/7 by doctor and nurse on all expedition ships.
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Ponant
HQ: FranceA French luxury expedition cruise line. Offers small yacht-like ships, polar expeditions in ultra-luxury comfort, French culinary arts (partnered with Ducasse Conseil), and the Blue Eye underwater lounge.
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