Le Bellot, PONANT EXPLORATIONS

From the Caribbean to the Canary Islands, Glasgow to Greenland — find all upcoming voyages aboard Le Bellot below:

Ocean Voyage: Fort de France Martinique to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Embarkation date: 16.03.26

Duration: 10 nights

Located on Martinique’s western coast, Fort-de-France boasts one of the world’s most beautiful bays. Overlooking the city, Fort Saint-Louis offers stunning views, while landmarks like Saint Louis Cathedral and the Schoelcher Library reveal the island’s rich history. The lively Grand Marché invites you to taste fresh coconut, while the Balata Garden and Aimé Césaire Park provide peaceful retreats. At sea, enjoy onboard pleasures: relax at the spa, work out in the fitness centre, swim or sunbathe depending on the season. Conferences, shows, boutique shopping, and encounters with PONANT photographers add variety, while the upper deck rewards ocean lovers with waves and possible marine sightings. Your journey continues in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. A short walk from Puerto de la Luz lies Las Canteras beach, framed by palm trees. Explore the historic district with its Santa Ana Cathedral, Casa de Colón museum, and bustling Vegueta market for a taste of local life.

The Canaries, lands of contrast: Las Palmas, Gran Canaria to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Embarkation date: 26.03.26 & 02.04.26

Duration: 7 nights

Your Canary Islands journey offers a rich blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. In Las Palmas, wander from Puerto de la Luz to Las Canteras beach, lined with palms, before exploring the historic quarter with Santa Ana Cathedral, Casa de Colón, and the lively Vegueta market. In Arrecife, Lanzarote, admire Charca de San Ginés and the historic San Gabriel Castle. Puerto del Rosario on Fuerteventura charms with white houses, shops, and a picturesque seafront. Santa Cruz de Tenerife welcomes you with Plaza de España, its obelisk, the historic casino, Guimerà Theatre, and Iglesia de la Concepción. Santa Cruz de la Palma enchants with colonial streets, colourful balconies, palaces, and the imposing Santa Catalina Castle. On El Hierro, experience serene landscapes of volcanoes, forests, cliffs, natural pools, and the vibrant Punta de La Restinga Marine Reserve. The voyage concludes back in Las Palmas, where history, architecture, and local flavours await.

Volcanic Islands and historic cities: Las Palmas, Gran Canaria to Lisbon, Portugal

Embarkation date: 09.04.26

Duration: 10 nights

Featured guest: Michelin-starred Chef Xavier Mathieu

Your voyage begins in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, where you can stroll from Puerto de la Luz to Las Canteras beach, lined with palms, before exploring Santa Ana Cathedral, Casa de Colón, and the Vegueta market. In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, admire Plaza de España, the Triunfo de la Candelaria obelisk, Guimerà Theatre, and Iglesia de la Concepción. San Sebastián de La Gomera enchants with black sand beaches, dramatic cliffs, and the UNESCO-listed Garajonay National Park, home to a prehistoric laurel forest and the unique whistled language, Silbo. Santa Cruz de La Palma offers cobbled streets, colourful balconies, and the historic Santa Catalina Castle. In Funchal, Madeira, explore mosaic-lined streets, lively markets, and ride cable cars to Monte’s botanical gardens. A relaxing day at sea allows spa visits, shows, and ocean views. Continue to Lagos, famed for ochre cliffs and Moorish ramparts, and Setúbal, with its dolphin-rich estuary, before ending in Lisbon, where UNESCO treasures and vibrant districts await.

Exploration from Greenland to Canada: Reykjavik, Iceland to Toronto, Canada

Embarkation date: 27.07.26

Duration: 15 nights

Your journey begins in Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital, where Perlan offers sweeping views and the iconic Hallgrímskirkja rises over lively streets lined with shops. A short trip leads to the famed Blue Lagoon for relaxation. After a day at sea, your ship enters Prins Christian Sund, a narrow Greenlandic channel of cliffs, waterfalls, and glaciers, where seals rest on floating ice. Nearby, the striking Kujalleq Glacier dazzles with blue-green growlers and seabirds circling overhead. In Qaqortoq, Greenland’s largest southern town, colourful hillside houses, Danish-inspired streets, and the country’s oldest fountain create charm, while the open-air market bustles with fishermen. Sailing west, you reach L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO site preserving Viking traces predating Columbus. In St. John’s, Newfoundland, admire multi-coloured houses and panoramic Signal Hill. Continue to French Saint Pierre and Miquelon, rich in fishing heritage and wildlife. Stops at Cap-aux-Meules in the Magdalen Islands and Tadoussac offer natural beauty and whale encounters. The voyage ends with cosmopolitan Montreal, the scenic Saint Lawrence Seaway, and vibrant Toronto, with its CN Tower, St. Lawrence Market, and Distillery District.

Cruising Europe’s Western Shores: Lisbon, Portugal to London, England

Embarkation date: 30.04.27

Duration: 9 nights

One included shore excursion in each port of call.

Your voyage begins in Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital, where the Jeronimos Monastery and Belem Tower stand as UNESCO treasures. Wander Alfama’s Moorish streets filled with fado music, or enjoy luxury shopping in Chiado. In Porto, via Leixões, explore the UNESCO-listed Ribeira district, admire the Dom-Luis bridge, richly decorated Baroque churches, and São Bento station with its famed blue azulejos. In Vigo, stroll through O Berbés or venture to the Cíes Islands, a protected nature reserve. A trip to Santiago de Compostela, a major pilgrimage site, reveals another UNESCO-listed old town. La Coruña offers medieval churches, lively waterfronts, and the Hercules Tower, the world’s oldest Roman lighthouse still in use. Avant-garde Bilbao blends tradition and innovation, with highlights including the Guggenheim Museum and the Vizcaya Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A relaxing day at sea offers spa treatments, fitness, sunbathing, or ocean views. In Saint-Malo, explore privateer history, fortified walls, and Chateaubriand’s final resting place. Caen, built by William the Conqueror, preserves Normandy’s medieval abbeys, castle, and WWII history. Finally, arrive in London, where tradition meets modernity. From Westminster to the National Gallery, Covent Garden, and Tower Bridge, discover one of the world’s great capitals before disembarkation.