Why we like the Commandant Charcot
- A truly luxurious expedition ship with innovative itineraries and a full programme of landings on each trip
- Hybrid engines using liquefied natural gas and high capacity batteries and smart use of recycled heat and energy help reduce the carbon footprint of your trip
- High-spec onboard dry and wet laboratories host visiting scientists, who contribute to authentic scientific exploration of these remote regions
- Haute cuisine with a French twist is available at the ship’s 3 restaurants, with menus curated by Michelin-starred chef, Alain Ducasse
- Pamper yourself between excursions at the extensive range of wellness locations, including a unique ‘snowroom” along with a panoramic sauna and spa, detox bar and gym
Images of the Commandant Charcot
Your Antarctic Vessel in Paradise Harbour © M Louagie
Your Antarctic vessel © Trillard
Observation deck © Trillard
Restaurant © Trillard
Lecture theatre © Trillard
Indoor swimming pool © Trillard
Sunroom © Trillard
Onboard Gym © Trillard
Your expedition vessel
Your Antarctic vessel in the Weddell Sea © J Fabro
From One to One Hundred
Swoop has catered for travellers of every group size. Whether you’re adventuring solo or bringing a group of over 100. We can help.
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Solos
- Working with over 30 different ships to find you the most solo-friendly ships, with the lowest single supplements, and the best solo deals available. Discover More
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2 - 5 people
- With over 100 collective years of Polar experience our team will help you find your perfect trip, so you’re on the right ship, in the right cabin, and at the right point of the season. Discover More
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6 - 80 people
- We’ve worked with all sizes of groups, from large families to small schools. Travelling with Swoop means you’ll be the best prepared customers on the voyage and you pay nothing extra for this service. Discover More
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Large Groups
- We are experienced charter consultants that can build tailored experiences for both part and full charters of vessels. Discover More
Voyages onboard the Commandant Charcot
Special Offers:Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.
Sail on a 5* icebreaker to Antarctica’s remote Weddell Sea region. Custom-built with cutting-edge nautical technology, this tough yet elegant vessel is designed to tackle the notoriously icy conditions. Your expert guides and Photo Ambassador will scan the spectacular ice…
- 14 Days
- $30,850
Retrace the path of famed French explorer Jean-Baptiste Charcot on a luxurious icebreaker. Heading further south than most expedition vessels can attempt, you'll venture below the Antarctic Circle. Spend an impressive 9 days exploring with the expert expedition team, immersing…
- 16 Days
- $27,290
Cabin Categories
All cabins feature either a king-sized bed or twin beds in a stateroom layout with a private balcony. Interconnecting staterooms are available. All cabin categories feature an included minibar along with 24 hour room service, flat screen TV, safe, dressing table with hairdryer, Dyptique toiletries, Nespresso coffee maker, Bose bluetooth speaker and complimentary WiFi access (subject to connection availability).
Owner's Suite
- 1,237ft² / 115m²
- 2,002ft² / 186m² vast private balcony: exclusive jacuzzi, seating area and a unique fixed Swarovski Optik ST VISTA telescope
- Located on Deck 8 aft
- Up to 2 guests per cabin
- Butler service
- Shower and Balneo bathtub
- Impressive entertaining space: 6 seater dining table and lounge areas enjoying stunning views across the stern of the ship
- Loan of Samsung tablet & 2 pairs of Swarovski binoculars
- A one-hour spa facial or body treatment for one guest in the wellbeing space
Duplex Suite
- 1,011ft² / 94m²
- 280ft² / 26m² private balcony with own jacuzzi
- Up to 4 guests per cabin
- Butler service
- Shower and Balneo bathtub
- Vast entertaining space with dining and lounge areas and separate WC
- Loan of Samsung tablet & 2 pairs of Swarvoski binoculars
Privilege Suite
- Deck 8
- 516ft² / 48m²
- 134ft² / 12.5m² private balcony
- Up to 4 guests per cabin
- Separate lounge with sofa bed
- Separate dressing room
- Shower and Balneo bathtub
- Butler service
- Loan of Samsung tablet & 2 pairs of Swarvoski binoculars
Grand Prestige Suite
- Deck 6
- 452ft² / 42m² suite
- 54ft² / 5m² private balcony
- Up to 2 guests per cabin
- Integrated lounge area with sofa
- Separate dressing room
- Shower and Balneo bathtub
- Butler service
- Loan of Samsung tablet & 2 pairs of Swarvoski binoculars
Prestige Suite
- Decks 7 & 8
- 430ft² / 40m² suite
- 107ft² / 10m² private balcony
- Up to 4 guests per cabin
- Separate lounge area with sofa
- 2 bathrooms with showers
Deluxe Suite
- Decks 6,7 & 8
- 301ft² / 28m²
- 54ft² / 5m² private balcony
- Up to 2 guests per cabin
- Integrated lounge area
- Shower
Prestige Stateroom
- Decks 6,7 & 8
- 215ft² / 20m² stateroom
- Up to 2 guests per cabin
- 54ft² / 5m² private balcony
- Shower
Cassia says
There have been many new expedition ships in recent years but the ingenuity of the Commandant Charcot as a luxurious take on the traditionally very utilitarian icebreaker is quite astounding.
Cassia Jackson Polar Specialist
Communal Areas
In addition to sumptuous staterooms, the communal areas of the Commandant Charcot are designed to provide the very best experience an Antarctic voyage can offer. The main lounge hosts a tea corner, a cigar lounge and a bar, where you'll be treated to live music on selected evenings. In the reception area you'll find a boutique selling clothing, jewellery, beauty products, postcards and various accessories and also the photo desk. Soak up the late evening sun at either the open-air bar or with stunning panoramic views from the large bar and lounge.
For further recreation, there is a library, an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a fitness room, massage rooms, snow room, sauna, nail shop and hairdresser. You can also participate in conferences and presentations in the theatre, fitted with state-of-the-art technology.
Deckplan
Find Your Antarctic Ship
Choosing the right ship is crucial, given the amount of time you'll spend on board. Swoop is experienced at helping match our customers to exactly the right ship.
Ready to plan your Antarctic adventure?
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We'll spend some time listening to your aspirations, then discuss the kind of experience that might suit you.
Match
Next we'll discuss the options, shortlist the best trips for you and present you our impartial recommendations.
Reserve
We'll place a 24 hour hold on your preferred option - without obligation - whilst we talk through the details.
With over 100 years of Antarctic experience between us, we can help guide you to exactly the right trip for you.
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