The Gulf of Bothnia: The Gateway to the Arctic
A Special Voyages in Partnership with
Club des Chefs des Chefs

Dine Like Royalty, Sail Like an Explorer aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Andrew Wells

The Gulf of Bothnia: The Gateway to the Arctic

I just heard about this unique PONANT EXPORATIONS voyage and thought of you!

An exquisite table awaits, set for a journey aboard the incredible Le Commandant Charcot where culinary artistry meets diplomacy. Join the celebrated members of the Club des Chefs des Chefs, including Cristeta Comerford, former Executive Chef of the White House, who have created masterpieces for the world’s leaders on an exclusive voyage in the Gulf of Bothnia.

Highlights:

- Le Club des Chefs des Chefs brings together the official chefs of world leaders, celebrating gastronomy as a universal art and a diplomatic tool.
- The Gulf of Bothnia and the enchanted landscapes of Lapland, in the midst of the boreal winter, aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a luxurious cocoon opening out onto the exterior.
- Among your included excursions: snowshoeing; visit of Old Rauma (a UNESCO World Heritage Site); visit of a reindeer farm in Oulu (European Capital of Culture in 2026).

The World’s First–and Only–Luxury Icebreaker

Exclusive Expeditions

Le Commandant Charcot is the definition of an all-inclusive, luxury expedition vessel. Five-star service on board is a given, whether you are in a suite that offers butler service, or a stateroom with your own private balcony. All meals and drinks on board, complimentary 24-hour room service, and activities such as kayaking, snowshoeing, and the legendary polar plunge are all included. Plus, there are endless ways to relax—sauna, snow room, observation lounge, spa, library, cigar room.

Embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure with Le Commandant Charcot and her unique capability to travel further into the ice so that you can disembark safely and continue your quest into the untouched polar wilderness. Journeying by foot means even more wildlife encounters in regions that are unreachable to most.

After your day of venturing through the polar wilderness, you can retreat to the unparalleled luxury aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Indulge in world-class amenities, including the exclusive Alain Ducasse restaurant at sea, and rejuvenate in Scandinavian-inspired spa and wellness sanctuaries.

A Ship Like No Other

Discover what makes Le Commandant Charcot so special.

Ship Tour

In the heart of Le Commandant Charcot.

Select sailings include transfers from the airport to the ship and/or from the ship to the airport on embarkation and/or disembarkation day. On select sailing, flight(s) may be included, based on availability at the time of booking. Fight schedule is indicated on the electronic ticket included in the travel documents. All rights reserved.

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