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Le Commandant Charcot

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Ship overview:

A uniquely versatile ship combining the incredible power of an icebreaker with the ultra comfort of a luxury cruise vessel. Hybrid engine systems and new technologies reduce impact on the delicate polar regions. 

Prices per person

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Prices based on two people sharing
Ship Capacity

200 passengers

Year built

Constructed in 2021

Expedition staff to guest ratio

1:20

Optional activities

Paddling

Why we like this ship

  • A truly luxurious expedition ship with innovative itineraries and a full programme of landings on each trip
  • Hybrid engines using liquefied natural gas and high capacity batteries and smart use of recycled heat and energy help reduce the carbon footprint of your trip
  • High-spec onboard dry and wet laboratories host visiting scientists, who contribute to authentic scientific exploration of these remote regions
  • Haute cuisine with a French twist is available at the ship’s 3 restaurants, with menus curated by Michelin-starred chef, Alain Ducasse 
  • Pamper yourself between excursions at the extensive range of wellness locations, including a unique ‘snowroom” along with a panoramic sauna and spa, detox bar and gym 

We think it's worth noting

  • As a bilingual ship, announcements are made in French first, then in English
  • For those looking to warm up after the polar plunge in a hot tub, this ship doesn't have one. However, the outdoor Blue Lagoon pool is popular
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There have been many new expedition ships in recent years but the ingenuity of the Commandant Charcot as a luxurious take on the traditionally very utilitarian icebreaker is quite astounding.

Cassia Jackson Antarctica Specialist

Voyages onboard the Commandant Charcot

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Luxury Weddell Sea Explorer

Sail on a 5* icebreaker to Antarctica’s remote Weddell Sea region. Custom-built with cutting-edge nautical technology, this tough yet elegant vessel is designed to tackle the notoriously icy conditions. Your expert guides and Photo Ambassador will scan the spectacular ice…

  • 14 Days
  • $30,850
Icebreaker Antarctic Circle Voyage

Retrace the path of famed French explorer Jean-Baptiste Charcot on a luxurious icebreaker. Heading further south than most expedition vessels can attempt, you'll venture below the Antarctic Circle. Spend an impressive 9 days exploring with the expert expedition team, immersing…

  • 16 Days
  • $27,290

Communal Areas

In addition to sumptuous staterooms, the communal areas of the Commandant Charcot are designed to provide the very best experience an Antarctic voyage can offer. The main lounge hosts a tea corner, a cigar lounge and a bar, where you'll be treated to live music on selected evenings. In the reception area you'll find a boutique selling clothing, jewellery, beauty products, postcards and various accessories and also the photo desk. Soak up the late evening sun at either the open-air bar or with stunning panoramic views from the large bar and lounge.

For further recreation, there is a library, an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a fitness room, massage rooms, snow room, sauna, nail shop and hairdresser. You can also participate in conferences and presentations in the theatre, fitted with state-of-the-art technology.

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