©StudioPONANT:Ophélie Bleunven
©StudioPONANT:Olivier Blaud
©StudioPONANT:Ophélie Bleunven
©PONANT:Giles Trillard
©PONANT:Daniel Ernst
©StudioPONANT:Olivier Blaud
©StudioPONANT:Olivier Blaud

Le Commandant Charcot

Luxury Expedition

245 Guests

  • Year Built

    2018

    Decks

    6

  • Cabins

    123

    Staff and Crew

    215

  • Speed

    15KN

    Length

    150m

  • Restaurants

    2

The worlds first luxury Icebreaker…

Named after the renowned polar explorer Jean-Baptiste Charcot, Le Commandant Charcot is a marvel of modern exploration. This vessel features PC2 icebreaking capabilities, allowing it to venture deep into the Arctic. Sustainability is a priority on this pioneering ship, which is the first hybrid-electric polar exploration vessel powered by environmentally friendly liquified natural gas. There are no plastic bottles onboard; drinking water is provided by a desalination system, and advanced systems recycle waste heat and treat wastewater.

Accommodating up to 245 guests with 215 crew members, Le Commandant Charcot offers personal and attentive service. The interiors are tastefully stylish, providing impressive levels of comfort. Dining is exceptional, with Nuna serving signature dishes by Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse, and Sila offering a more relaxed and informal dining experience. Guests can enrich their journey with expert-led Zodiac excursions and activities such as kayaking, dog sledding, snowshoeing, polar diving, and ice fishing.

Cabins

    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard

    Deluxe Suites

    Guests: 2, King/Twin

    Size: 28m2

    Decks: 6,7,8

    A bedroom with king-size bed or two single beds, separate lounge with chaise longue and armchairs. Private 5 m² balcony with a panoramic sliding bay windows and a bathroom with shower.

    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard

    Prestige Suites

    Guests: 4, King/Twin + convertible sofa

    Size: 40m2

    Decks: 7,8

    A bedroom with king-size bed or two single beds, separate lounge with convertible sofa. Private 10 m² balcony with two panoramic sliding bay windows and two bathrooms with showers.

    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:François Lefebvr

    Prestige Staterooms

    Guests: 2, King/Twin

    Size: 20m2

    Decks: 6,7,8

    One king-size bed or two single beds and a bathroom with shower. Private 5 m² balcony.

    ©PONANT:François Lefebvre
    © PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard

    Grand Prestige Suites

    Guests: 2, King/Twin

    Size: 42m2

    Decks: 6

    A bedroom with king-size bed or two single beds, lounge area with chaise lounge, second TV, 2 pairs of binoculars and a Samsung tablet connected to wifi. Private 5 m² balcony with panoramic sliding bay window and a bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub.

    Guests have access to priority boarding and butler service and receive champagne and fruit basket upon arrival. An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket is also provided every day.

    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:François Lefebvre

    Privilege Suites

    Guests: 4, King/Twin + convertible sofa Size: 48 m2 + 12.5 m2 private balcony

    Size: 48m2

    Decks: 8

    A bedroom with king-size bed or two single beds, lounge area with chaise lounge, second TV, 2 pairs of binoculars and a Samsung tablet connected to wifi. Private 12.5 m² balcony with two panoramic sliding doors and a bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub.

    Guests have access to priority boarding and butler service and receive champagne and fruit basket upon arrival. An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket is also provided every day.

    ©PONANT:Stirling Design
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard

    Duplex Suites

    Guests: 4, King/Twin + convertible sofa

    Size: 94m2

    Decks: 6

    A bedroom with king-size bed or two single beds, a separate lounge and dining room, steam fireplace, second TV, minibar with Riedel crystal glasses, 2 pairs of binoculars and a Samsung tablet connected to wifi. Private 26 m² terrace lounge with a Jacuzzi, panoramic windows and a swing door and a bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub.

    Guests have access to priority boarding, private transfers and butler service and receive champagne and fruit basket upon arrival. An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket is also provided every day.

    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Gilles Trillard
    ©PONANT:Olivier Touron
    ©PONANT:Olivier Touron

    Owners Suite

    Guests: 6, King/Twin + 2 convertible sofas

    Size: 115m2

    Decks: 6

    A bedroom with king-size bed or two single beds, a separate lounge and dining room, steam fireplace, second TV, desk, minibar with Riedel crystal glasses, 2 pairs of binoculars, a telescope and a Samsung tablet connected to wifi. Private 186 m² terrace lounge with a jacuzzi, dining table, panoramic sliding bay windows and a bathroom with shower and Balneo bathtub.

    Guests have access to priority boarding, private transfers and butler service and receive champagne and fruit basket upon arrival. An assortment of sweet or savoury canapés and fruit basket is also provided every day. A one-hour spa treatments for 2 people in the well-being space.

    Activities

      ©StudioPONANT:Romain Farge

      Kayaking

      Experience a different perspective, glide through polar waters by kayaks, guided by experts for your ultimate adventure in the Antarctic wilderness.

      Participative Science

      Ponant Science supports global research by taking scientists aboard ships to explore the ocean, utilising advanced labs for vital work to understand and protect this ecosystem.

      ©StudioPONANT:Olivier Blaud

      Zodiac Cruising

      Zodiac cruising offers thrilling exploration of icy landscapes, allowing travellers to navigate through ice floes and wildlife-rich waters, experiencing the breathtaking beauty of the polar regions up close.

      ©PONANT:Ragnar Axelsson

      Hiking or Snowshoeing

      Explore the untouched wilderness with varied hikes, guided by expert naturalists. From coastal strolls to snowshoe adventures, discover remote viewpoints, embracing the challenges of weather and ice.

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