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Unprecedented Exploration
Le Commandant Charcot will set sail in January 2028, from Ushuaia (Argentina) westward to reach Hobart (Tasmania) in 30 days. After a two-day stopover, she will then depart again towards her starting point, this time following the eastern coast of Antarctica over 34 days. This unprecedented itinerary was designed by Captains Etienne Garcia and Patrick Marchesseau. Their expertise in ice navigation at the highest latitudes, gained while commanding ships of the PONANT EXPLORATIONS fleet, has made this new sailing dream a reality. They will jointly command Le Commandant Charcot during this exclusive voyage.
Voyage of a Lifetime
This unique voyage, filled with adventure, will serve as a bridge between the past and the future. It will revive the legacy of the great polar explorers, those legendary figures who braved the frozen expanses. In the pioneering spirit of Captain Jean-Baptiste Charcot, guests will travel back in time and discover the remnants of forgotten camps, witnesses to these incredible expeditions.
Full Circumnavigation of
Antarctica
This exclusive voyage was envisioned by Captains Étienne Garcia and Patrick Marchesseau, whose deep expertise in polar navigation has turned this ambitious route into reality. Together, they will co-command the ship, guiding guests through remote, ice-bound frontiers few have ever seen.This exclusive voyage was envisioned by Captains Étienne Garcia and Patrick Marchesseau, whose deep expertise in polar navigation has turned this ambitious route into reality. Together, they will co-command the ship, guiding guests through remote, ice-bound frontiers few have ever seen. In the pioneering spirit of Captain Jean-Baptiste Charcot, this expedition revives the legacy of legendary explorers while forging a path into uncharted territory. Guests will encounter forgotten landing sites and untouched polar landscapes, experiencing the raw power and beauty of the White Continent.
