From: Indonesia, Benoa
To: Indonesia, Benoa
Dates: 23.12.2025 - 07.01.2026
Duration: 16 Nights
Ship: LE JACQUES CARTIER

Island treasures of Indonesia and East Timor

PONANT invites you to set sail on a 16-day tropical expedition cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier discovering the stunning scenery of the Indonesian archipelago and East Timor. It is on these islands, scattered like a string of pearls at the far west of South-East Asia, that the fascinating transition from Asia to Oceania is most powerfully felt, through the peoples and landscapes encountered. Timor, Flores, Sumbawa, Komodo, Banda Neira… Just mentioning these names is enough to conjure up images of spectacular blooms, wide emerald-coloured bays, island-volcanoes, villages peopled with inhabitants who have preserved their perennial traditions, and prehistoric animals. Not to mention hills covered in savannah, tropical forests, dazzling white sandy beaches and waves crashing down on the coral. Your first port of call will be Flores, the flower island, followed by the Alor Archipelago, two destinations where the locals have successfully preserved their ancient, traditional way of life. In the Moluccas (Maluku Islands), dubbed the Spice Islands, you will explore the island of Banda Neira, which was shaped by Dutch and Portuguese influences. Le Jacques Cartier will continue on to the Indonesian province of West Papua to give you the opportunity to admire the Kiti-Kiti Waterfall. Surrounded by lush vegetation, you will undoubtedly be tempted to swim or snorkel at the foot of this stunning natural site. Then, you will sail to the heart of Triton Bay. Located within a protected marine environment in the middle of the Coral Triangle, you will enjoy an unforgettable zodiac cruise through the spectacular rainforest-capped karst islands. You will reach a former Portuguese colony, and call at Baucau, between Portuguese atmosphere and beautiful sandy beaches. During your port of call in the Timorese capital, Dili will reveal to you the beauty of its intact landscapes, between tropical forest and immaculate sandy beaches, and also the riches of its historic and cultural heritage. Le Jacques Cartier will then make its way towards mysterious Komodo, a small, wild island whose national park is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among other things, it is home to the famous Komodo dragons, gigantic monitor lizards that can grow more than three metres long. Here you will be able to see them in their natural environment.  Your ship will set sail for Badas on the island of Sumbawa. You will be welcomed by the inhabitants of Pamulung village, where you will be able to witness a traditional ceremony. Your cruise will conclude in Bali – ‘the island of the gods’ – with its captivating charm and grace. The encounters with the wildlife described above illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.

LE JACQUES CARTIER

  • Guests: 184
  • Suites: 92
  • Crew: 118
  • Spa: 1
  • Restaurants: 2
  • Length: 430 ft
  • Beam: 59 ft
  • Draft: 15 ft
  • Ice class: 1C
  • Classification: Bureau Veritas
  • Flag: French
  • Decks: 5
  • Zodiacs: 9
  • Tonnage: 9 976 UMS
  • Motors: 2 X 2 000 KW
  • Power: 6 400 KW
  • Construction: Vard Sovik, Norway
Ship in Details

Cruise Itinerary

Day
Date
Location
Arrival
Departure
1
Dec 23, 2025
Indonesia, Benoa
16:00*
18:00
2
Dec 24, 2025
cruising
-
-
3
Dec 25, 2025
Indonesia, Maumere
-
-
4
Dec 26, 2025
Indonesia, Kalabahi
-
-
5
Dec 27, 2025
cruising
-
-
6
Dec 28, 2025
Indonesia, Banda Neira
-
-
7
Dec 29, 2025
Papua New Guinea, Mommon
-
-
8
Dec 30, 2025
Indonesia, Triton Bay
-
-
9
Dec 31, 2025
Indonesia, Kei Islands
-
-
10
Jan 1, 2026
cruising
-
-
11
Jan 2, 2026
East Timor, Baucau
-
-
12
Jan 3, 2026
East Timor, Dili
-
-
13
Jan 4, 2026
cruising
-
-
14
Jan 5, 2026
Indonesia, Komodo National Park
-
-
15
Jan 6, 2026
Indonesia, Badas
-
-
16
Jan 7, 2026
Indonesia, Benoa
-
07:00**
The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the cruise line or due to operational, weather, port, or safety considerations. The cruise operator reserves the right to substitute ports, alter the order of calls, or modify the program as necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Cabins & Accomodations

Lower deck balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 19 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Upper decks balcony stateroom

  • Cabin: 19 m²
  • Pax: 2
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Deluxe Suite

  • Cabin: 27 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Prestige Suite

  • Cabin: 38 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Privilege Suite

  • Cabin: 32 m²
  • Pax: 3
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Grand Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 4
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Owner's Suite

  • Cabin: 45 m²
  • Pax: 4
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