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Exterior shot of Les Jacques Cartier, Ponant Ship
Bright blue water with white buildings and grey sky
Aerial view of Les Jacques Cartier

Le Jacques Cartier

SMALL SHIP EXPEDITION | EUROPE & KIMBERLEY

Experience the greatest destinations of the Mediterranean and Kimberley coasts aboard the luxury small ship Le Jacques Cartier. Enjoy a selection of fine dining, fantastic shared spaces including the world-first underwater lounge experience, and elegant staterooms and suites, all of which feature balconies.

Overview

The ultra luxurious Le Jacques Cartier is ready to whisk you away in style along the marvelous Mediterranean and Kimberley coastlines.

  • All 92 staterooms and suites feature private balconies so you can enjoy the scenery.
  • Experience first-class dining in one of the two onboard restaurants.
  • An adjustable hydraulic platform makes easy boarding for Zodiac excursions.
  • Le Jacques Cartier also features a stunning underwater lounge for viewing the treasures of the deep in supreme comfort.
  • Take a refreshing dip after a day of sightseeing in the on-ship pool.
  • A spa, hair salon, sauna and gym in the wellness area will have you feeling at your very best.

Ship Features

Deck plan of Le Jacques Cartier

Deck Plan

Technical Data

Length: 131m
Width: 18m
Max. Cruising Speed: 18 knots
Guest Capacity: 184

Download PDF Deck Plan
Onboard Restaurant, Le Laperouse

Onboard Dining

During your cruise, dine at one of the two fine restaurants on board. For a wealth of choice and al fresco dining, head to Le Nautilus which is large enough to seat the entire ship. Or for perfectly grilled meat and a view out to the onboard pool, Grill Restaurant is the place to dine. 

 

Bar Le Laperouse

The Blue Eye

Take a seat and relax in the Blue Eye, a world-first underwater lounge area experience. Order a drink at the bar while you watch the underwater world go by through two large eye-shaped portholes. Underwater cameras also project images onto screens set up throughout the lounge.

Back of the boat, Les Jacques Cartier

Hydraulic Platform

Le Jacques Cartier’s convenient hydraulic platform allows for easy embarkation and disembarkation for Zodiac expeditions, provides a controlled environment for swimming and bathing in the sea and is the perfect launching pad for various nautical sports including kayaking and paddle boarding.

Deluxe balcony Suite | Le Laperouse

Wellness Area

You can treat yourself to the ultimate relaxation in Le Jacques Cartier’s luxurious spa and sauna. Perhaps you’d also like to freshen up at the hair salon, or keep active in the gym. Whatever it is you want, you’ll be able to make the most of your spare time in the wellness area.

Cabin Categories

Deluxe Stateroom, Les Jacques Ship

Deluxe Stateroom

Room: 19 square metres
Balcony: Four square metres
Prestige Stateroom, Les Jacques Ship

Prestige Stateroom

Room: 19 square metres
Balcony: Four square metres
Prestige Suite, Les Jacques Ship

Prestige Suite

Room: 32 square metres
Balcony: Eight square metres
Owners Suite, Les Jacques Ship

Owner's Suite

Room: 45 square metres
Terrace: 30 square metres with a jacuzzi

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