Two Ponant ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Le Commandant Charcot (2021) is the newer ship by 1 year versus Le Bellot (2020). Le Commandant Charcot is the larger hull at 31,757 GT (~218% bigger). Le Bellot sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (184 vs 245).
| Spec | Le Bellot | Le Commandant Charcot |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2020 | 2021 |
| Tonnage | 9,976 GT | 31,757 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 184 | 245 |
| Guests (max) | 184 | 270 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.