Le Commandant Charcot · 14-Day Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin Cruise, Oct 26, 2027
Route Map
Route map is indicative. Actual ports, landings, cruising areas and activity order may change according to weather, sea state, ice and local operating conditions.
Product Overview
- Route
- Confirmed in the confirmed departure documents.
- Travel Dates
- 2027-10-26
- End Date
- 2027-11-08
- Detail
- 14
- Ship
- Le Commandant Charcot Le Commandant Charcot
- Price
- €25,535 from
Trip Images
Images are indicative. Scenery and landing arrangements depend on the actual departure.
A 14-day cruise-only PONANT departure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, operating from Oct 26, 2027 to Nov 8, 2027. The voyage is planned toward the Weddell Sea and emperor penguin theme areas, with sea ice, icebergs, high-latitude sailing, wildlife observation and flexible operations subject to weather, ice and safety assessment. Cabin space, pricing and operating details are confirmed by an advisor.
Route Map
Route map is indicative. Actual ports, landings, cruising areas and activity order may change according to weather, sea state, ice and local operating conditions.
Trip Highlights
Emperor Penguin Theme Waters
- The Weddell Sea departures are themed around emperor penguin habitat areas and high-latitude sea-ice scenery.
- Penguin encounters, viewing distance and site access cannot be guaranteed and depend on ice, weather, wildlife protection and operator assessment.
Weddell Sea, Sea Ice and Icebergs
- Sea ice, tabular icebergs, glacier coastlines and high-latitude sailing are central to this route when conditions allow.
- The captain and expedition team may adjust cruising, landing attempts and lecture programming according to ice, weather and safety.
Weddell Sea, Sea Ice and Icebergs
- Sea ice, tabular icebergs, glacier coastlines and high-latitude sailing are central to this route when conditions allow.
- The captain and expedition team may adjust cruising, landing attempts and lecture programming according to ice, weather and safety.
PONANT Expedition Ship and Onboard Program
- The route is designed around remote coastlines, glacier scenery, wildlife search areas and flexible expedition cruising.
- Exact landings, wildlife encounters and cruising order are confirmed onboard according to ice, weather and sea state.
Daily Itinerary
You may first check the alongside the daily itinerary.
Embarkation and Departure
Embark according to the final port and PONANT arrangements. Boarding time, luggage handling and onboard briefings follow the final departure documents.
At Sea
Spend the day at sea with expedition lectures, briefings, deck watching and shipboard service. The sailing pace and onboard program are adjusted according to weather and sea conditions.
Weddell Sea Direction
Explore toward the Weddell Sea direction when ice and weather allow. Sea ice, wind and safety assessment determine the route and daily activity plan.
Weddell Sea Direction
Explore toward the Weddell Sea direction when ice and weather allow. Sea ice, wind and safety assessment determine the route and daily activity plan.
Weddell Sea Direction
Explore toward the Weddell Sea direction when ice and weather allow. Sea ice, wind and safety assessment determine the route and daily activity plan.
Weddell Sea Direction
Explore toward the Weddell Sea direction when ice and weather allow. Sea ice, wind and safety assessment determine the route and daily activity plan.
Emperor Penguin Theme Waters
Sail in emperor penguin theme waters when conditions allow. Wildlife observation, cruising and site access depend on sea ice, weather and environmental rules.
High-Latitude Sea-Ice Navigation
Navigate high-latitude sea-ice and glacier waters when conditions allow. The ship team adjusts the day around ice, weather and safety.
Flexible Landing and Zodiac Operations
The expedition team uses the best available weather and site windows for Zodiac cruising, shore landings, naturalist interpretation and photography opportunities.
Weddell Sea Direction
Explore toward the Weddell Sea direction when ice and weather allow. Sea ice, wind and safety assessment determine the route and daily activity plan.
Antarctic Peninsula Exploration
Explore around the Antarctic Peninsula when weather, ice and sea state allow. Possible activities include Zodiac cruising, shore landings, glacier and iceberg viewing, and wildlife observation.
At Sea
Spend the day at sea with expedition lectures, briefings, deck watching and shipboard service. The sailing pace and onboard program are adjusted according to weather and sea conditions.
At Sea
Spend the day at sea with expedition lectures, briefings, deck watching and shipboard service. The sailing pace and onboard program are adjusted according to weather and sea conditions.
Disembarkation
Disembarkation according to the final port schedule. Luggage handling, timing and onward connection guidance are subject to PONANT and local port conditions.
Daily arrangements are subject to PONANT's final departure documents, weather, sea state, ice, port operations, environmental rules and expedition-team decisions.
Ship and Cabins
Le Commandant Charcot
Le Commandant Charcot operates this Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin Expedition voyage for PONANT. The ship provides accommodation, dining, public viewing spaces, expedition lectures, landing briefings and Zodiac-supported activities according to the final voyage plan.
- Operator
- PONANT
- Ship
- Le Commandant Charcot
- Route
- Weddell Sea Emperor Penguin Expedition
- Departure Date
- Oct 26, 2027
Public Areas
- Expedition accommodation and onboard dining
- Expedition-team lectures, landing briefings and safety briefings
- Zodiac cruising and landing activities when opened by the expedition team
- Observation decks, lounges and onboard services according to the confirmed ship
Pricing Details
Cabin Pricing
| Cabin | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard / Entry Cabin Category | Open cabin categories, size, deck, benefits, occupancy and inventory are subject to PONANT live availability and final confirmation. | From €25,535 |
| Balcony, Suite and Higher Suite Categories | Open cabin categories, size, deck, benefits, occupancy and inventory are subject to PONANT live availability and final confirmation. | From €25,535 |
Included
- Onboard accommodation, onboard meals and operator-arranged onboard activities, subject to the voyage terms.
- Expedition-team lectures, landing briefings and operator-opened Zodiac cruising or landing activities, subject to weather, ice and operator arrangements.
- Whether port charges, onboard gratuities, beverages, Wi-Fi and similar items are included depends on the operator, cabin category and contract terms; confirm before booking.
Not Included
- International flights, domestic flights, visas, insurance, pre- and post-cruise hotels, transfers, land extensions and personal expenses, unless clearly included by PONANT or the signed contract.
- Optional activities such as kayaking, camping or other add-ons may require separate space, conditions or fees, subject to operator confirmation.
- Additional expenses caused by weather, ice, port, itinerary or force-majeure changes are handled according to PONANT terms and the signed contract.
Travel Notes
Route and Activity Adjustments
Antarctic, Weddell Sea, Ross Sea, South Georgia and Falkland expedition routes are affected by weather, sea state, ice, port rules, wildlife protection and environmental regulations. Landings, Zodiac cruising, activity order and time ashore may change.
Cruise-Only Booking
This page shows cruise-only reference information. Final cabin category, price, taxes, inclusions, optional activity space, payment terms and cancellation policy are subject to PONANT's written confirmation and the signed contract.
Travel Preparation
Travelers should prepare visas, insurance, polar clothing and health information according to Antarctica voyage requirements. Final meeting point, embarkation, disembarkation and luggage rules are subject to the pre-departure notice.