Sail Aboard the World’s Only Luxury Icebreaker to the Arctic
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Savings up to 30% on your Arctic cruise
Take advantage of PONANT Bonus savings* on your next adventure! Accessible almost exclusively by sea, the Arctic offers a unique change of scenery and endless marvels beneath the midnight sun and polar skies.
Explore all corners of the Great North
The geographical North Pole
The adrenaline rush of the vast Arctic
An unforgettable encounter with the Inuit people
The discovery of remote, unexplored places
Life on Board Le Commandant Charcot
Gastronomy
An essential component of French culture, gastronomy naturally holds a special place on board.
An essential component of French culture, gastronomy naturally holds a special place on board.
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An experience like no other.
"At each footstep I tremble, the panorama offers itself differently. No mountain, no land, but the pack ice as far as the eye can see. A frozen expanse in all its states. A landscape like no other, which varies with the tides, sometimes mysterious when it glows, reflecting the brilliance of the sun. We may spot a few seabirds or driftwood, signs of nearby lands, or even traces of animals, whales, walruses, or seals, which we will not see. I immerse myself before reaching the North Pole, eyes closed, savoring the present moment. These are rare moments, fleeting in an extraordinary place. This is a chance few people on Earth have and I'm fully aware of it."
Saskia Travert, Naturalist Guide
"From the very first 48 hours, I was truly captivated by what we discovered. People can sense that we are experiencing something very powerful!"
Pascal Duval. Guest aboard Le Commandant Charcot
Elevated Exploration
when knowledge, culture, and discovery converge
We are committed to enriching every voyage with expert-led insights and meaningful engagement with the natural world, fostering a deeper understanding of the destinations we explore. The more we know, the better we can protect.
Expert-Led
Rooted in our heritage, French art de vivre is woven into every detail of the experience — from refined cuisine to elegant service — offering an unmistakably French sense of style and sophistication at sea.
French Flair
With an international crew, guests from around the globe, and a spirit of open exchange, PONANT EXPLORATIONS cultivates a genuinely inclusive environment where diverse discourse & perspectives thrive.
Multicultural Experiences
Driven by a pioneering spirit, PONANT EXPLORATIONS opens pathways to the world’s most remote and awe-inspiring places, delivering immersive expeditions that connect travelers with the essence of each destination.
Exploration
Where will you explore next?
From
Reykjavík (Iceland)
To
Tromso (Norway)
16 nightsaboard the shipLe Commandant Charcot
Next departure
From
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen (Norway)
To
Reykjavík (Iceland)
16 nightsaboard the shipLe Commandant Charcot
Next departure
From
Montréal (Canada)
To
Nuuk (Greenland)
14 nightsaboard the shipLe Commandant Charcot
Next departure
Offer(s)
Complimentary Hotel Stay, No single supplement, PONANT Bonus 30%
From
$22,500 /person*
Beyond the inhabited world
From
Nuuk (Greenland)
To
Nuuk (Greenland)
12 nightsaboard the shipLe Commandant Charcot
Next departure
From
$24,491.5 /person*
From
Reykjavík (Iceland)
To
Reykjavík (Iceland)
10 nightsaboard the shipLe Commandant Charcot
Next departure
*Price displayed is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available. The price includes the Ponant Bonus discount.
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aboard Le Commandant Charcot