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 30 years versus Le Ponant (1991). Le Commandant Charcot is the larger hull at 31,757 GT (~2092% bigger). Le Ponant sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (32 vs 245).
| Spec | Le Commandant Charcot | Le Ponant |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2021 | 1991 |
| Tonnage | 31,757 GT | 1,449 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 245 | 32 |
| Guests (max) | 270 | 32 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Le Ponant has things the other doesn't: Wheelchair rentals, Accessible pool lift.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.