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| Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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| 1 | Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | Hobart, Australia | Embark | 6:00 PM |
Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia |
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| 2 | Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 3 | Thursday, February 19, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 4 | Friday, February 20, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 5 | Saturday, February 21, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 6 | Sunday, February 22, 2026 | Adélie Land | ||
| 7 | Monday, February 23, 2026 | Adélie Land | ||
| 8 | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | Magnetic South Pole | ||
| 9 | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | Adélie Land | ||
| 10 | Thursday, February 26, 2026 | Adélie Land | ||
| 11 | Friday, February 27, 2026 | Wilkes Land | ||
| 12 | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Wilkes Land | ||
| 13 | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | Sailing Along Shackleton Ice Shelf | ||
| 14 | Monday, March 2, 2026 | Queen Mary Land | ||
| 15 | Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | Queen Mary Land | ||
| 16 | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | Queen Mary Land | ||
| 17 | Thursday, March 5, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 18 | Friday, March 6, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 19 | Saturday, March 7, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 20 | Sunday, March 8, 2026 | French Southern And Antarctic Lands | ||
| 20 | Sunday, March 8, 2026 | French Southern And Antarctic Lands | ||
| 21 | Monday, March 9, 2026 | French Southern And Antarctic Lands | ||
| 22 | Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 23 | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | French Southern And Antarctic Lands | ||
| 24 | Thursday, March 12, 2026 | French Southern And Antarctic Lands | ||
| 25 | Friday, March 13, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 26 | Saturday, March 14, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 27 | Sunday, March 15, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 28 | Monday, March 16, 2026 | At Sea Aboard Le Commandant Charcot | ||
| 29 | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | Cape Town, South Africa | 12:00 AM | Disembark |
Located on the shore of Table Bay, Cape Town was the first European settlement in South Africa, and today is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Pristine beaches, sheltered bays and secluded coves encircle the majestic might of Table Mountain, a World Heritage Site and home to some 8,500 species of flowers. Be sure to get to the top of the mountain by taking the Table Mountain Cableway and absorb the fascinating views. Read more about Cape Town, South Africa |
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Le Commandant-Charcot, the very first hybrid-electric polar exploration ship that is powered by liquefied natural gas. The latest addition to the Ponant fleet, the Le Commandant Charcot has now made it possible to operate polar expedition cruises of a kind never before undertaken.
DU, SA, DS
Area: 48 m2, Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Feature - 26 msup2; private balcony with jacuzzi, Shower amp; Balneo bathtub, Butler service, Individually-controlled air conditioning, Stateroom layout: king-size bed or twin beds - communicating staterooms available, Minibar - 24hr room service, Flat screen satellite TV, Video on demand, IPodtrade; docks, Safe, French bath products, Dressing table with hairdryer, Direct line telephone, 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins), Internet access Wifi.
VS8, VS6
Area: 48 msup2;, Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Features - 12.5 msup2; private balcony, Shower, Individually-controlled air conditioning, Stateroom layout: king-size bed or twin beds - communicating staterooms available, Minibar - 24hr room service, Flat screen satellite TV, Video on demand, IPodtrade; docks, Safe, French bath products, Dressing table with hairdryer, Direct line telephone, 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins), Internet access Wifi.
PS8, PS7
Area: 40 msup2;, Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin.Features - 10 msup2; private balcony, 2 Showers, Individually-controlled air conditioning, Stateroom layout: king-size bed or twin beds - communicating staterooms available, Minibar - 24hr room service, Flat screen satellite TV, Video on demand, IPodtrade;, docks, Safe, French bath products, Dressing table with hairdryer, Direct line telephone, 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins), Internet access Wifi.
PR8, PR7, PR6
Area: 20 msup2;, Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabinFeatures - 5 msup2; private balcony, Shower, Individually-controlled air conditioning , Stateroom layout: king-size bed or twin beds - communicating staterooms available, Minibar - 24hr room service, Flat screen satellite TV, Video on demand, IPodtrade;, docks, Safe, French bath products, Dressing table with hairdryer, Direct line telephone, 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins), Internet access Wifi.
Ponant's All-inclusive offering
Ponant's All-Inclusive offering: • Beverages including select mineral waters, cold drinks, wine, beer, champagne, spirits, coffee & tea• Unlimited Wi-FiPLUS• Welcome offer up to $80 savings per stateroom for new guests• EUR200 per person onboard credit for Clean Cruising Club Members
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Ponant Clean Cruising Club Offer
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Ponant's Antarctica Expedition Cruises
Make your dreams of adventure come true and explore the icy landscapes of Antarctica! Book a Ponant Expedition and receive:• Flights & Transfers included on all Ponant Expeditions• Zodiac outings, shore visits, excursions, lectures, parkas and boot rental are all included on Ponant Expeditions• Ponant's All-Inclusive offering: Unlimited Wi-Fi and a wide selection of beverages are included, with a surcharge for some premium alcoholic beverages*BONUS• EUR200 per person onboard credit for Clean Cruising Club Members
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Cruiseline: Ponant Cruises Ship: Le Commandant Charcot Departure: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Nights: 28 nights Departs: Hobart Returns: Cape Town
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