Embark on a polar expedition like no other aboard Le Commandant Charcot.

Le Commandant Charcot is the latest addition to the Ponant Cruises fleet. She is the first of her kind – a hybrid polar exploration ship powered by liquified natural gas and electric generators, making her one of the most advanced polar vessels at sea. Described by many as a standard-bearer for sustainable cruising, the vessel offers an eco-friendly way for 245-guests to explore in comfort and style.

Commandant Le Charcot is an ice-class ship in keeping with her adventure-ready build. The vessel’s reinforced hull allows her to break through up to three metres of ice, permitting a deeper level of exploration. In 2021, Commandant Le Charcot became the first French-flag vessel to reach the North Pole. This theme of intrepid discovery continues throughout her itinerary collection, which features voyages to Alaska, Antarctica, and the Arctic.

To learn more about Le Commandant Charcot or receive a quotation for an upcoming cruise, please call 0800 008 6677. Alternatively, please submit an online enquiry for your preferred voyage.

Le Commandant Charcot Accommodation: Suites & Staterooms

Le Commandant Charcot offers a choice of 123 suites and staterooms. The accommodation is elegantly decorated, spacious, and appointed with a private balcony or terrace. All categories include a flatscreen entertainment system, ensuite bathroom facilities with Diptique products, a mini-bar, and a king-size bed.

The accommodation categories are as follows:

  • Prestige Stateroom
  • Privilege Stateroom
  • Prestige Suite
  • Privilege Suite
  • Duplex Suite
  • Owner’s Suite

Accommodation Highlights

Privilege Suite

Located on deck 8, the Privilege Suite on Le Commandant Charcot is an excellent option if you’re looking for apartment-style accommodation on your cruise. Offering ample space – complete with separate sleeping and living areas – the Privilege Suite allows for glorious views courtesy of a large balcony, two panoramic sliding doors, and a picture window.

Duplex Suite

The stunning split-level Duplex Suites are among some of the most breathtaking suites available on an expedition cruise ship. They are positioned at the vessel’s rear and cover 1,011 sq. ft. of space across decks 6 and 7. Guests who choose the Duplex Suite can enjoy priority boarding and 24-hour butler service while benefitting from a separate dining area, a lounge, and a separate master bedroom.

Guests will find two restaurants onboard Le Commandant Charcot: Nuna and Sila, which provide breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition, Ponant Cruises has collaborated with Ducasse Conseil to bring guests a unique Michelin Star dining experience exclusive to Le Commandant Charcot.

The main restaurant, Nuna, is located on deck 5 and can seat all of the ship’s passengers. At Nuna, guests can expect to enjoy French and international cuisine à la carte-style, from an unrivalled continental selection to wonderfully prepared meat and fish dishes, with alternative options to suit those with specific dietary requirements.

For a more relaxed dining experience, guests can head to Sila on deck 9, which can seat up to 142 passengers. At Sila, guests will enjoy buffet-style lunches and themed dinners inspired by the ship’s current destination. Furthermore, head to Inneq, the vessel’s open-air bar, for pre/post-dinner drinks.

Activities, Entertainment & Facilities

Guests will find everything they need to explore the polar regions onboard Le Commandant Charcot. The ship has one of the best crew-to-guest ratios found on any voyage of this kind, with a team of 23 experts comprising biologists, naturalists, engineers, glaciologists and geologists. There are also two expedition rooms and 16 Zodiacs onboard.

On the top deck, guests will find two heated swimming pools: an indoor pool with a great skylight courtesy of its large glass roof and an outdoor Blue Lagoon with a poolside bar. Next to the Blue Lagoon is a giant fire pit where guests can take in the breathtaking views of the white polar expanse in complete comfort. The spa, which you will find on deck 9, provides an idyllic space for relaxation after an intense day of exploration and offers a hair salon, massage cabins, and a sauna.