Ponant to sail first ever full circumnavigation of Antarctica

Thursday, 10 Apr, 2025 0

Ponant Explorations’ icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot is about to achieve an industry first.

It will embark on a full circumnavigation of Antarctica between January and March 2028, departing from Ushuaia – a world first for a cruise ship.

Le Commandant Charcot will navigate nearly 18,000 kilometres of coastline along the frozen continent which is larger than Europe.

Le Commandant Charcot features a PC2 polar hull, allowing her to navigate polar regions and has a hybrid electric engine powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Ship crew are experienced and specially trained for ice navigation.

Le Commandant Charcot will set sail in January 2028, from Ushuaia (Argentina) westward to reach Hobart (Tasmania) in 30 days.

After a two-day stopover she will then depart again towards her starting point, this time following the eastern coast of Antarctica over 34 days.

The itinerary was designed by Captains Etienne Garcia and Patrick Marchesseau.

They will jointly command Le Commandant Charcot during this exclusive voyage.

“We want to allow guests to experience the thrill of exploration during the first circumnavigation of Antarctica. A land where humans have never set foot, a frozen world yet to be discovered,” said Captain Étienne Garcia.

Sales for this exclusive trip are scheduled to open in December 2025

Pre-registrations are open via a preferred travel agent or a Ponant specialist.



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