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I boarded the Commandant Charcot, Ponant’s flagship, docked in Le Havre for its inauguration (2021). A complete tour of the ship, gala dinner at the Captain’s table, overnight stay on board, and breakfast overlooking the port. A rare immersion into the world of a luxury polar exploration cruise ship.
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⏱️ Video Timeline:
0:00 The Commandant Charcot, Ponant ship
0:30 My cabin, Prestige Suite.
1:47 Reception.
2:52 The Main Lounge.
3:51 Bar and Observatory Lounge.
4:28 Sila Grill Restaurant.
4:54 The Outdoor Bar – Inneq.
5:40 Nuna Restaurant.
6:04 The Captain’s Table.
6:24 The Blue Lagoon outdoor pool next to the Inneq bar.
7:12 430 m² wellness area.
7:38 The sauna.
7:52 Snow cabin.
8:05 A stroll on the gangway.
9:01 The duplex suite.
10:09 The owner’s suite.
11:02 Breakfast.
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I stand before the Commandant Charcot, moored in the port of Le Havre for its inauguration, and I immediately feel its presence. This exploration vessel, designed by Ponant Explorations, is like no other. Its hull, its taut lines, its icebreaker-like appearance already set the tone: this is about extreme voyages, top-of-the-range comfort, and cutting-edge technology. As I ascend the gangway, I discover spaces of rare elegance. The panoramic lounges, the fine materials, the soft lighting… everything is designed for silence, contemplation, and well-being. I visit the exterior decks, the common areas, the restaurants, and my cabin for the night. The large bay windows offer a direct view of the port, and I become aware of the quiet power of this ship. The Commandant Charcot is a hybrid vessel, powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG). It was designed to reduce its environmental footprint while exploring polar regions. The highlight of this experience remains the gala dinner. I have the privilege of being invited to the captain’s table. The atmosphere is hushed, refined, almost solemn. The dishes are served as in a gourmet restaurant, with impressive precision and attention to detail. I observe the interactions, the elegance of the service, the pride of the crew. It’s not just dinner; it’s a maritime ritual. The night on board is surprisingly peaceful. I feel the subtle vibrations of the hull, the absolute calm of the corridors, and this sensation of being between two worlds: that of dry land and that of the open sea. Upon waking, breakfast overlooking the port of Le Havre is a suspended moment. Soft light, hot coffee, an elegant buffet, a view of the cranes, the docks, and the slow movement of the port. I take the time to show you everything, from the details on the plates to the bright lounges. This ship is not simply a cruise ship. It’s a tool for exploration, a floating laboratory, a luxury hotel, a symbol of modern navigation. And experiencing this inauguration on board is a rare privilege. #LeCommandantCharcot #Ponant #LuxuryCruise #ExplorationVessel #Icebreaker #LuxuryVevoyage #ShipInauguration #PortOfLeHavre #GalaDinner #Captain’sTable #OvernightOnBoard #BreakfastWithSeaView #PolarCruise #LNG #NavalTechnology #ExtremeVoyage #PolarExpedition #LuxuryCruise #ShipTour #PonantExplorations
