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Le Commandant Charcot
The PONANT fleet welcomed another great addition, Le Commandant Charcot. This cruise ship is the only luxurious icebreaker in the world powered by liquefied natural gas. She invites guests for unforgettable polar expedition cruises to the Arctic and the continent of Antarctica.
The 492-foot-long vessel is also the first passenger ship in the world to feature a Polar Class 2 hull. Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, guests can safely visit the far corners of the world with respect for local nature.
Polar Expeditions
The company added a new polar exploration ship to its fleet on September 28, 2021. This well-designed vessel has in mind all safety standards, comfort traveling, respect for the environment, and thrill for exploration of the most incredible areas of the Antarctic and the Arctic.
In 2023 and 2024, Le Commandant Charcot offers itineraries to popular, isolated, and distant regions of Antarctica and the Arctic. Thanks to her PC2 hull, the polar exploration ship can sail between the ice sheets. Also, the vessel takes her guests to Nothern Europe in May 2023.
The cruise ship has modern research equipment, incredible observation platforms, and facilities to study the polar ecosystems. Besides, she offers luxurious accommodations and great relaxation spots on her decks for travelers who love to explore and analyze wildlife in comfort.
PONANT raised the bar for safety on the water and introduced new safety & rescue equipment aboard Le Commandant Charcot:
Group survival kit;
Ice Cube;
Survival suits;
Floating polar shelters.
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Restaurants & Bars
With up to 245 guests aboard, Le Commandant Charcot offers two restaurants and several bars with a fine dining experience and modern French cuisine by Chef Alain Ducasse and his team:
Nuna is the main restaurant with much space and elegance, capable of seating all guests at a single sitting for French and international cuisine offered for breakfasts, lunches, and dinners;
Sila is the second restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere and delicious breakfasts, buffet lunches, and themed dinners;
The Inneq open-air bar, Detox Bar, and other bars welcome travelers who look for a varied and refined range of sweet and savory food throughout the day and in the evenings.
Entertainment & Relaxation
The luxurious polar exploration ship has public spaces never seen before by PONANT travelers and well-loved areas, all preserving each guest's privacy:
The Theatre aboard the cruise vessel has state-of-the-art lighting and audio technology and an LED stage background wall for projecting ultra-high resolution media;
The Main Lounge becomes a wonderful place to meet with friends over tea and live music offered on certain evenings;
The Panoramic Lounge has a bar, library, reading area, and live entertainment on certain evenings;
The uninterrupted outside Promenade Deck is a beautiful walk-all-the-way-around public space with heated benches and Swarovski Optik telescopes;
The two swimming pools, a heated indoor swimming pool with a glass roof and a heated outdoor pool Blue Lagoon, are perfect for swimming and relaxation;
The Spa area features three massage and beauty cabinets, a nail salon, and two lounges with a sea view to wait or relax after a session;
A Sauna aboard the Le Commandant Charcot cruise ship has a clear view of the immense white polar expanse, and a Snow Room offers an invigorating snow bath to enjoy afterward;
The Fitness Center is well equipped with contemporary elliptical trainers, exercise bikes, TECHNOGYM, and other machines for a perfect workout; and guests can also take group and private lessons in fitness, yoga, pilates, meditation, and aquafitness;
There is also the Cigar Lounge of 258 square feet, the Conference Room for 30 seats, two dedicated expedition boarding and disembarking rooms, the Reception Desk, the Illu Boutique, and other public areas where the Le Commandant Charcot ship guests can shop and get services.
Luxury Accommodations
The polar exploration ship has 123 suites and staterooms, each with a beautiful balcony or spacious terrace. The luxurious interiors and amenities ensure that each Le Commandant Charcot guest feels like sailing on a private yacht.
The biggest Owner's Suite with over 1,200 square feet of interior space and 2,000 square feet of terrace offers everything a traveler can dream of and opens breathtaking panoramic views during the polar exploration cruise.
The Duplex Suites split at decks 6 and 7 are also spacious accommodations with over 1,000 square feet of inner space. They offer big private terraces with jacuzzis and fantastic amenities.
Other suites and staterooms aboard the Le Commandant Charcot cruise ship are also incredible accommodations with big comfortable beds, a minibar, 24-hour room service, Wi-Fi, a TV, individually controlled airconditioning, and other great amenities for guests to enjoy.
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Pricing listed above is per person, based on double occupancy in the least expensive accommodations available, is subject to change, and may not reflect the most recent pricing (as pricing gets updated throughout the day). Prices include Required Cruise Fees & Expenses, as well as Government Taxes & Fees. Prices may not reflect discounts and special promotions that you may qualify for. Go to the Category selection step of the online booking process to view the live pricing and latest offers.
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Every type of stateroom on Le Commandant Charcot, with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.
Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.
All stateroom types
Le Commandant Charcot has 123 suites and staterooms, all with a private balcony or terrace, and each offering these amenities:
Individually controlled airconditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Minibar and 24hr room service
Satellite TV channels (availability dependent on navigation)
Bose™ Bluetooth speaker
Safe
Selection of Diptyque Paris top-of-the-line bath products
Dressing table
Bathrobes and hairdryer
Direct line telephone
110V American/220V European sockets
Internet access Wi-Fi
Suite
All Suites on Le Commandant Charcot are exceptional, featuring a spacious terrace or beautiful private balcony. Every Suite guest will enjoy staying on this luxury icebreaker and feel like sailing on a private yacht.
Owner's Suite
Category
Approx. size
Location
SA
1,237 sq. ft. plus a 2,002 sq. ft. balcony (3,239 sq. ft. total)
The Owner's Suite is the biggest and most luxurious accommodation aboard Le Commandant Charcot. It has a private terrace of over 2,000 square feet and features many great amenities:
Spacious private terrace with hot tub, deckchairs, two sofas, and a dining table;
Private return transfer;
Priority boarding;
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival;
Service of a steward Butler service;
An assortment of sweet or savory canapés and a basket of fruit every day;
A bedroom with a king-size bed or two single beds and a TV with international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand;
A living room with armchairs, two sofa beds, a steam fireplace, and a TV with international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand;
A desk and bookcase;
A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi;
A dining room with a six-seater table;
A minibar with RIEDEL crystal glasses;
A bathroom with shower and balneo bathtub;
A one-hour spa care for one person in the well-being space, chosen from the facial and body treatments on offer;
Two panoramic sliding bay windows;
Two pairs of Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars;
A Swarovski Optik ST VISTA telescope;
24hr room service;
Inclusive Internet access Wi-Fi (availability dependent on navigation and latitude);
Individually-controlled air conditioning;
Dressing room with shelves and closet;
Dressing table and hairdryer;
Diptyque Paris top-of-the-line bath products;
Nespresso coffee maker and boiler;
Electronic safe;
Direct line telephone;
Bose Bluetooth speaker.
Duplex Suite
Category
Approx. size
Location
DU
1,011 sq. ft. plus a 279 sq. ft. balcony (1,290 sq. ft. total)
The Duplex Suite is the second most luxurious accommodation aboard Le Commandant Charcot. It has a private terrace of over 270 square feet and features many great amenities:
Spacious private terrace with sofa, armchairs, and jacuzzi;
Private return transfer;
Priority boarding;
Champagne and fruit basket upon arrival;
Butler service;
An assortment of sweet or savory canapés and a basket of fruit every day;
A bedroom with a king-size bed or two single beds and a TV with international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand;
A lounge with armchairs, sofa bed, steam fireplace, and a TV with international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand;
A Samsung tablet connected to Wi-Fi;
A dining room with a six-seater table;
A minibar with RIEDEL crystal glasses;
A bathroom with shower and balneo bathtub;
Five panoramic windows and a glazed panoramic swing door;
Two pairs of Swarvoski CL Companion 10 x 30 binoculars;
24hr room service;
Inclusive Internet access Wi-Fi (availability dependent on navigation and latitude);
Individually-controlled air conditioning;
Dressing room with shelves and closet;
Dressing table and hairdryer;
Diptyque Paris top-of-the-line bath products;
Nespresso coffee maker and boiler;
Electronic safe;
Direct line telephone;
Bose Bluetooth speaker.
Privilege Suite
Category
Approx. size
Location
VS8
516 sq. ft. plus a 135 sq. ft. balcony (651 sq. ft. total)
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FAQs
Le Commandant Charcot FAQs
Quick answers about Le Commandant Charcot, from the details on this page.
When was Le Commandant Charcot built?
Le Commandant Charcot entered service in 2021, built by Vard Soviknes AS.
How many passengers does Le Commandant Charcot carry?
Le Commandant Charcot carries up to 245 guests. A crew of 215 looks after them.
How big is Le Commandant Charcot?
Le Commandant Charcot measures 31,757 gross tons, 492 feet long and 92 feet wide. Its deck plans show 6 passenger decks.
What class of ship is Le Commandant Charcot?
Le Commandant Charcot is a PC2 Class ship.
What kinds of staterooms are on Le Commandant Charcot?
Le Commandant Charcot has 123 staterooms in 12 booking categories, grouped into two types: Suite and Balcony. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.
Which staterooms on Le Commandant Charcot have a balcony?
Every stateroom in the Suite and Balcony types on Le Commandant Charcot has a private balcony.
Does Le Commandant Charcot have accessible staterooms?
Yes. Le Commandant Charcot has 3 accessible staterooms across its categories.
How many decks does Le Commandant Charcot have?
Le Commandant Charcot has 6 passenger decks, numbered 3 to 9. Staterooms are on decks 6 to 8.
What dining times does Le Commandant Charcot offer?
Le Commandant Charcot offers Open dining in its main dining room.
What kind of electrical outlets are in the staterooms on Le Commandant Charcot?
The cruise line lists the stateroom power as 110/220 AC. That includes the 110-volt power used in the United States.
Where is Le Commandant Charcot registered?
Le Commandant Charcot sails under the flag of France.
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