Société Française de Construction Navale (SFCN) · 84m · 1990, refit 2022 · Med summer, Caribbean winter
LE PONANT
From €540,000
per week + expenses
01 · The short version
In short
A 84m Société Française de Construction Navale (SFCN) sailing, built 1990, refitted 2022, for 32 guests in 16 cabins with a crew of 34, chartering the Med in summer and the Caribbean in winter.
02 · Photo essay
41 photos, filed so you can skip to what you care about.
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41 photos03 · Toys and fun
9 toys listed. Enough to keep a mixed group busy for a week without repeating a day.
Powered
- 2x Underwater sea scooters (not Seabob but similar concept)
- Note that they don't have waterskis / wakeboards or inflatable tows.
Under the water
- SCUBA gear including compressor. They have experienced and qualified crew to assist with dives
- but they will always Rendez-Vous with local dive boats.
Paddle, sail and surf
- 4 x Kayaks
- 8 x Stand Up Paddleboards
- 2 x convertible boards that can be either SUP or windsurfers.
Gym and wellness
- Jellyfish pool
Tenders
- 3x expedition style Zodiacs with the amazing DTorque 111 turbo-diesel outboards. They can each take 10 passengers however in any rough weather they reduce this to 6 passengers.
04 · Crew and service
More crew than guests.
34 crew for 32 guests. Nobody waits for a drink, and there is always someone to take the kids off your hands.
05 · About LE PONANT
LE PONANT is a unique vessel that has just benefited from a complete 'rebuild' so the interior and exterior decks are all new. The layout was updated to create 16 large comfortable guest suites, and the schedule for 2023 and 2024 takes her to some stunning destinations that would be 'once in a lifetime' opportunities to explore with extended family and friends. She sails beautifully and the Captain and crew make the most of every opportunity to sail rather than motor. The experience of sailing on LE PONANT is wonderful, with minimal running rigging the crew are able to leave the expansive deck areas free for guests to relax while silently cruising under sail. Her rigging design is impressive for those who are sailing enthusiasts, as she uses giant hydraulic rams to trim the sails. The cuisine on board is outstanding, and a big part of the experience. The Execuitve Chef is French and there is a team of five in total in the galley. The crew also includes an Expedition Leader and expert Naturalist, who will be able to guide the guests to ensure the most memorable experiences for both adults and children. Note the four expedition style Zodiac tenders are intended for real exploration of the ultra wild coastlines that LE PONANT will visit. Choose from the available dates in the wild and wonderful area of the Kimberleys in northern Australia, or Indonesia and Papua. The itinerary on offer in any of these places is full of genuine excitement both above and below the water... rarely available to see while enjoying such luxury as LE PONANT and her crew offer. The crew also includes a Beautician and a Sports Coach. Don't let the long travel times put you off - this is an opportunity like no other. Unplug for a week or two in some of the last remaining wilderness areas. The value for money offered by LE PONANT is also remarkable, since the charter rate includes all food, drinks, fuel, port fees, agents fees, and taxes. Make your own calculation about how this compares to other yachts... and consider the level of service from 34 crew and the completely new interior and exterior. There is also a story about the Captain having grown up on board, since his father was the first Captain and shareholder in the initial ownership structure. Jean-David is a charming Captain and he maintains a happy and motivated crew - you can't fail to be impressed.
Key features
- Completely rebuilt inside and out. You can see from the images!
- Sails beautifully, and the crew love to sail as much as possible.
- Cruising destinations that represent once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.
- Charming crew (34 of them!) giving great service for up to 32 guests.
- Crew includes Expedition Leader and Naturalist
- Also includes a Beautician and a Sports Coach.
- Outstanding Chefs offering top class yacht standard cuisine.
- Excellent value for money and stress free thanks to no worries about expenses.
06 · Specifications
Qantas Points Terms & Conditions apply View terms
*Earn Points: To earn Qantas Points you must be a Qantas Frequent Flyer member. Members will earn 2 Qantas Points per A$1 spent on Australian boat bookings, day charters, boat charters and transfers on Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days and Floatspace. Members will earn 1 Qantas Point per A$1 equivalent spent on international boat bookings, day charters, boat charters and transfers with Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days and Floatspace. Members will also earn Qantas Points (at the same respective rates) on food and beverage packages added to all bookings. For eligible bookings paid in foreign currency, Qantas Points are calculated based on the total booking price converted to Australian dollars using the exchange rate determined by Ahoy Club at the time of payment. Any Qantas Points displayed during the booking process are estimates only and are calculated using the exchange rate at the date of booking. To earn Qantas Points, a member must add their Qantas Frequent Flyer details to their booking at time of booking. Members won’t earn points if a booking is cancelled prior to departure. If a booking is amended, points will be awarded based on the final total value of the transaction.
Use Points: To use Qantas Points on a booking, members must use a minimum of 4,000 Qantas Points and book the charter via Ahoy Club, Ahoy Days or Floatspace. You must provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at the point of booking. Alternatively, if you are making a booking over the phone after providing the Ahoy booking agent your Qantas Frequent Flyer number and surname. You will then be prompted to select how many Qantas Points you would like to use by clicking on the Qantas Frequent Flyer card in the Qantas App. A member can choose to use Qantas Points to cover the entire value of a booking product or, choose to use a portion of Qantas Points via Points Plus Pay, where the remaining balance can be paid using an accepted form of payment. Members who want to use Qantas Points to cover some or all of their booking total and want to pay a deposit when booking more than 45 days in advance, need to contact Ahoy Club. Membership and Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions.
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From €540,000
per week + expenses