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slug: 2310084
voyage_code: SO170926
cruise_line: Ponant
ship: Le Soleal
departure_date: 
return_date: 
nights: 11
embarkation_port: Darwin, Australia
disembarkation_port: Darwin, Australia
starting_price_usd: None
bookable: false
last_updated: 2026-05-04T21:41:33Z
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# Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

> Ponant · Le Soleal · Sep 17 – 28   (11 nights)

## Quick Facts

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Cruise Line** | Ponant |
| **Ship** | Le Soleal |
| **Duration** | 11 nights |
| **Departure Date** | N/A |
| **Return Date** | N/A |
| **Embarkation Port** | Darwin, Australia |
| **Disembarkation Port** | Darwin, Australia |
| **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person |
| **Voyage Code** | SO170926 |

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Darwin, Australia
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:30 PM

Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recent history through its emblematic buildings such as the new Parliamant House opened in 1994, a magnif...

### Day 2: At Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities.

### Day 3: At Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities.

### Day 4: Banda Neira
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 5: Rajah Ampat archipelago (Indonesia)
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 6: Rajah Ampat archipelago (Indonesia)
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 7: Rajah Ampat archipelago (Indonesia)
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 8: Rajah Ampat archipelago (Indonesia)
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 9: Kitikiti Waterfall
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 10: Kei Islands
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 11: At Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities.

### Day 12: Darwin, Australia
**Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recent history through its emblematic buildings such as the new Parliamant House opened in 1994, a magnif...


## Pricing

Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD.

| Cabin Type | Starting Price |
|------------|----------------|
| Pricing | Contact for latest fares |

## Cabin Options

### Balcony Cabins

**Prestige Deck 4** (Code: 1)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with shower
A private 4 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window

**Prestige Deck 5** (Code: 2)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm) and TV
A bathroom with bath
A private 4 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window

**Prestige Deck 6** (Code: 3)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A bathroom with bathtub (except staterooms 605 and 625: with shower)
A private 4 m² balcony
A panoramic sliding bay window

### Suite Cabins

**Prestige Deck 5 Suite** (Code: 4)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 cm)
A lounge with convertible sofa to a...

**Deluxe Suite** (Code: DS)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
One king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) or two sing...

**Owner's Suite** (Code: OS)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

Private return transfer
Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with one k...

**Prestige Deck 6 Suite** (Code: 5)
In addition to the common services provided to all our suites and staterooms:

Priority boarding (depending on port of embarkation)
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival
Butler service
An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket every day
A bedroom with king-size bed (180 x 200 cm) ...


## Ship Information

### Le Soleal

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

#### Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Passenger Capacity | 264 |
| Crew | 139 |
| Gross Tonnage | 0.0 |
| Length | 466.0 ft |
| Total Cabins | 0 |

## Onboard Amenities

### Entertainment

- **The Theatre**: 2,690 square feet
Capacity: 250
Conference room, concert hall/multi-purpose auditorium
Audiovisual equipment
- **An evening of entertainment**: Your evening follows on with entertainment in the Grand Salon or the Theatre. Enjoy an evening dancing, a classical concert, a show performed by our p...
- **Zodiac® excursions or trips**: Your afternoon continues with the terrestrial trips that you have booked to complement your Yachting cruise.
On Expedition cruises, enjoy guided trips...
- **On board**: Want to stay on board to enjoy a moment of relaxation?
- Attend a talk given by one of our prestigious guests of honour.
- Book a massage or treatment...

### Food and Drink

- **Exterior bar**: Lounge area with seating for 50
Overlooking the pool deck
- **Lunch**: On board, enjoy our varied buffet. Among the wide choice of salads, vegetables, meat and fish, desserts and pastries, choose a starter, a main dish an...
- **An afternoon snack**: Around 4 p.m., after having enjoyed a few sweet treats with cold or hot drinks accompanied by music in the Grand salon, it's time to get ready for din...
- **A gourmet dinner**: Your late afternoon continues in front of a beautiful sunset to the sound of beautiful melodies played on the piano, with an aperitif. Every day, disc...
- **grill restaurant**: Enjoy breakfasts, buffet lunches and themed dinners in a relaxed atmosphere at the grill restaurant on Deck 6.

2,530 square feet
Interior capacity: 1...

### Relaxation

- **The wellness area**: Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty salon cubicle, balneotherapy cubicle
KÉRASTASE / L’Oréal Paris hair salon
Free...
- **The panoramic lounge**: 1,185 square feet
Library, internet space, bar, live entertainment on certain evenings
Direct access to the panoramic terrace
- **The main lounge - Deck 3**: 2,740 square feet
Interior capacity: 110
Exterior capacity: 30
Tea rooms, bar, programme of live musical entertainment, dance floor
Access to the exte...

### Technology

- **The PONANT App**: After booking your cruise, download the PONANT app from the Apple Store or Google Play. It will support you throughout your voyage. Before your cruise...
- **Departure alert for excursions or trips**: Because we want your activities to go smoothly, your cruise director alerts you before departure for any excursions you have booked if you are on a Ya...


## Ports of Call

### Darwin, Australia
*Coordinates: -12.4628, 130.842*

Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recen...

### Banda Neira
*Coordinates: -4.5179, 129.904*

### Rajah Ampat archipelago (Indonesia)

### Kitikiti Waterfall

### Kei Islands


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