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As the only high polar exploration vessel capable of navigating through the ice in the depth of the boreal winter, Le Commandant Charcot unlocks a rare opportunity to explore territories otherwise unreachable during this season. From the Baltic Sea to the shores of the St. Lawrence River in Canada, passing through Norway and Greenland, PONANT unveils 16 departures from October 2026 to March 2027.
The Great North like never seen before
As the sun sinks beneath the horizon ushering in the long polar night, the untouched world reveals its magic. Norway’s fjords frozen and carved by the cold shimmer under the starlight. In the Baltic Sea, illuminated cities buzz with holiday season excitement, while the snow-covered shores of the Gulf of Bothnia exude serenity. Further north belugas and rorquals accompany the ship as she approaches Svalbard. Sailing up the St. Lawrence River, temporary fishing villages dot the ice floes with colourful patches.
In harmony with the surrounding nature, voyages aboard Le Commandant Charcot from October 2026 to March 2027 offer an exclusive experience of winter exploration in the Great North.
Over the years, PONANT has built strong relationships with local communities, working together closely to design innovative itineraries that honour both environmental and cultural traditions. This collaborative spirit allows guests to immerse themselves in the winter customs of the Mi’kmaq and Innu in Canada, the Sámi in Norway and the Inuit in Greenland.
A diverse range of winter activities are scheduled including snowshoeing through the boreal forest, dog sledding or reindeer sleigh rides and ice fishing. This time of the year also provides the chance to witness the mesmerising northern lights with their luminous green and pink curtains dancing across the polar night sky.
As the sun sinks beneath the horizon ushering in the long polar night, the untouched world reveals its magic. Norway’s fjords frozen and carved by the cold shimmer under the starlight. In the Baltic Sea, illuminated cities buzz with holiday season excitement, while the snow-covered shores of the Gulf of Bothnia exude serenity. Further north belugas and rorquals accompany the ship as she approaches Svalbard. Sailing up the St. Lawrence River, temporary fishing villages dot the ice floes with colourful patches.
In harmony with the surrounding nature, voyages aboard Le Commandant Charcot from October 2026 to March 2027 offer an exclusive experience of winter exploration in the Great North.
Over the years, PONANT has built strong relationships with local communities, working together closely to design innovative itineraries that honour both environmental and cultural traditions. This collaborative spirit allows guests to immerse themselves in the winter customs of the Mi’kmaq and Innu in Canada, the Sámi in Norway and the Inuit in Greenland.
A diverse range of winter activities are scheduled including snowshoeing through the boreal forest, dog sledding or reindeer sleigh rides and ice fishing. This time of the year also provides the chance to witness the mesmerising northern lights with their luminous green and pink curtains dancing across the polar night sky.
Exclusive itineraries during a season unreachable by other vessels
Le Commandant Charcot opens new frontiers of exploration as the only high polar exploration vessel designed to navigate the most remote environment. Her PC2 polar-class hull enables her to traverse multi-year ice, while her hybrid propulsion system minimises environmental impact. Combining innovation, comfort and safety, she offers a unique opportunity to experience rare moments in the heart of the Arctic winter.
“This season, Le Commandant Charcot takes on a full winter journey in the North, embodying her spirit of exploration with itineraries centred around ice and snow,” says Patrick Marchesseau, PONANT Captain of Le Commandant Charcot during her first St. Lawrence River crossing in January 2025.
Le Commandant Charcot opens new frontiers of exploration as the only high polar exploration vessel designed to navigate the most remote environment. Her PC2 polar-class hull enables her to traverse multi-year ice, while her hybrid propulsion system minimises environmental impact. Combining innovation, comfort and safety, she offers a unique opportunity to experience rare moments in the heart of the Arctic winter.
“This season, Le Commandant Charcot takes on a full winter journey in the North, embodying her spirit of exploration with itineraries centred around ice and snow,” says Patrick Marchesseau, PONANT Captain of Le Commandant Charcot during her first St. Lawrence River crossing in January 2025.
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