The Explorers Club provided a fitting stage for the launch of an expanded chapter in the PONANT Explorations–Explorers Club partnership – now reaching more than 21 voyages globally.
This collaboration aims to highlight the power of public–private partnership in accelerating awareness and engagement around science, exploration, and citizen science.
By blending luxury expedition travel with hands‑on research, the collaboration invites travellers to become active participants – not just observers – in pressing scientific and conservation efforts.
Two voices anchored the evening: Peter Hillary, veteran mountaineer and explorer, and Captain Etienne Garcia, a seasoned leader in polar expedition voyages.
A further highlight of the night was the announcement from Francesco Galli Zugaro, CEO of Aqua Expeditions, regarding the brand’s next bold move: Aqua Lares, a new ice‑capable superyacht designed for polar expeditions, will soon open Arctic itineraries.
