Ponant Cruises | Cairns to Bali

In 2024, the La Laperouse cruise liner sails from Cairns to Bali, stopping in the Maluku Islands, Papua New Guinea and more over 15-nights.

See the Indonesian province of the West Papua, where you can see the Kiti-Kiti Waterfall. Kalabahi makes for an authentic destination in the Alor Archipelago, and has the opportunity to interact with the locals who have preserved their traditional practices and customs. You will disembark in Bali, ‘the island of the gods’ with its charm and grace.

La Laperouse is an intimate ship with a capacity of 184 guests. Founded in 1988, Ponant Crusies was established by officers of the French Navy. With years of experience, Ponant Cruises will take you around Australia and to its neighbouring islands.

With a spa, theatre and underwater lounge, the ship has elements that no other cruise does. The hydraulic platform makes embarking and deparking easier, while offering the access to the ocean for swimming, kayaking and paddleboaring.

To eat, The Le Nautilus provides a buffet or hot meal services, while The Grill restaurant offers a range of quality meats, salads and desserts.

Sail under the French flag throughout 2024.

Cruise liner: La Laperouse

2024 departure dates: Nov 9

Itinerary: Cairns > Lizard Island > Cape York > Papua > West Papua > Mommon > Maluku Islands > Barat Daya Islands > Alor > Flores > Komodo National Park > Benoa (Bali)