The Incomparable Le Commandant Charcot

Go where no one you know has gone before

MGA Travel
843-279-0310

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.

Expeditions to Inspire

THE GEOGRAPHIC NORTH POLE

THE GEOGRAPHIC NORTH POLE

Flight Paris/Longyearbyen + Transfers + Flight Longyearbyen/Paris

  • 12 nights
  • Jul 27; Aug 8; 20; Sep 1, 2027
While reaching 90º N is the ultimate destination, this transformative journey is filled with unforgettable moments. Sail through the shifting ice of an ever-evolving Arctic landscape, where you may even encounter the majestic polar bear in its natural habitat.

Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen - Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

The Geographic North Pole on board Le Commandant Charcot

Since the 16th century, the greatest expeditions have constantly tried to reach the North Pole. This mythical geographic point inspires and attracts as much as it fascinates dreamers and conquerors seeking out the other side of the world. Following in the wake of Frederick Cook, Robert Edwin Peary or Roald Amundsen, who were among the many who fought to achieve this elusive goal, you will be part of the chosen few ones to attempt the odyssey, 700 km (435 miles) from any land.

IN THE ICE OF THE ARCTIC, FROM SVALBARD TO GREENLAND

IN THE ICE OF THE ARCTIC, FROM SVALBARD TO GREENLAND

Flight Paris/Longyearbyen + Transfers

  • 17 nights
  • Jun 13, 2026; Jun 25, 2027
Explore North-east Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in late spring, and Svalbard during a journey through breathtaking landscapes of majestic mountains, fjords, glaciers, icebergs, pack ice, towering cliffs, and blooming tundra, while keeping watch for remarkable wildlife, from polar bears and Arctic foxes to cetaceans, Svalbard reindeer, and countless seabirds.

Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen - Reykjavík, Iceland
THE GULF OF BOTHNIA, AT THE GATEWAY TO THE ARCTIC

THE GULF OF BOTHNIA, AT THE GATEWAY TO THE ARCTIC

Flight Paris/Kemi + Transfers

  • 8 nights
  • Dec 30, 2026; Jan 15, 2027
Inspired by the Scandinavian poetry collection It’s Raining Stars in Our Bed, this journey invites you to witness the beauty of the Arctic night. Experience winter at the gateway to the Arctic and admire the Gulf of Bothnia, surrounded by striking landscapes and enduring traditions.

Kemi, Finland - Helsinki, Finland

A Ship Like No Other

Discover what makes Le Commandant Charcot so special.

Ship Tour

In the heart of Le Commandant Charcot.

PONANT SCIENCE

PONANT SCIENCE

PONANT SCIENCE is a pioneering program to support scientific research and bring researchers aboard the PONANT ships to learn more about the ocean, the least known ecosystem on our planet.

Le Commandant Charcot has two research laboratories and autonomous measurement instruments. Several long-term scientific partners enable teams of biologists, geographers, oceanographers, climatologists and ethnologists to work in polar regions on a repeat basis in places that are either still unexplored or rarely visited, allowing them to extend their polar campaigns.

Building long-term relationships with local communities

In 2023, a partnership with the Royal Arctic supply ship was set up so Le Commandant Charcot could deliver supplies to Inuit communities during the season when the Royal Arctic is unable to do so. As a result, Tasiilaq village in Greenland got supplies on 5 May 2023. It emerged from its winter isolation a month earlier, thanks to our high polar exploration ship and the excellent relationships developed with the locals.

Le Commandant Charcot Brochure

Le Commandant Charcot Brochure

Close your eyes and you can almost hear it… the crunch of snowshoes on ice that has been around for millennia, the creaking and calving of glaciers as they retreat and advance into the sea. The roar of a polar bear trekking ice floes in... Check out Le Commandant Charcot Brochure for more travel inspirations.

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.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn More