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 3 years versus Le Champlain (2018). Le Commandant Charcot is the larger hull at 31,757 GT (~218% bigger). Le Champlain sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (184 vs 245).
| Spec | Le Champlain | Le Commandant Charcot |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2018 | 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.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.