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The Geographic North Pole Expedition – An Unforgettable Adventure

The Geographic North Pole Expedition – An Unforgettable Adventure

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Head for 90 degrees North! Since the 16th century, the greatest expeditions have constantly tried to reach the North Pole. This mythical geographic point inspires and attracts as much as it fascinates dreamers and conquerors seeking out the other side of the world.
What if Le Commandant Charcot achieved this absolute pinnacle adventure by enabling you, perhaps, to tread on this virtually unattainable point?
Following in the wake of Frederick Cook, Robert Edwin Peary or Roald Amundsen, who were among the many who fought to achieve this elusive goal, you will be part of the chosen few ones to attempt the odyssey, 700 km (435 miles) from any land.
From Spitsbergen, you will head towards the north to sail the waters at the edges of the Earth, towards landscapes that change constantly according to the ice and the plays of light. Nature reigns supreme here, sheltering exceptional wildlife that you will perhaps be lucky enough to see as your journey progresses: polar bears, seals or even whales! Your exploration of this silent world, frozen by the cold, will continue as you attempt to reach the Grail of all polar explorers: the North Pole!
Swept by the winds and the currents, the ice floe is constantly drifting and the Captain of your ship will manoeuvre carefully and with great humility in an attempt to reach the northernmost point of our planet.

Trip Name
The Geographic North Pole Expedition - An Unforgettable Adventure
Days
16
Overview
Vessel Type: Polar Luxury Expedition Passenger Capacity: 135 cabins Length: 149.9 meters Built: 2018/2019 Be the first aboard Le Commandant-Charcot, the world's luxury polar exploration vessel, and enjoy a unique sailing experience in the Arctic or Antarctic! With its hybrid propulsion combining liquefied natural gas (LNG) and electric generators, Le Commandant-Charcot has been designed to minimise the environmental impact of travel to the furthest latitudes.  The decoration of the ship, imagined by two internationally renowned design and architecture firms - the studio of Jean-Philippe Nuel and Wilmotte & Associés - is designed to be in harmony with the environment. The approach is contemporary with the desire to create a warm and elegant setting; stone, wood and leather recall the natural environment in which the ship is sailing. Equipped with just 135 staterooms including 31 suites with balconies and outside views, Le Commandant-Charcot welcomes you in an intimate and refined atmosphere. Outstanding gastronomy in the two restaurants, relaxation in the indoor pool surrounded by its winter garden, relaxation in the well-being area with sauna and Snow Room... Like on a private yacht, each of our guests is unique. PUBLIC AREAS Le Commandant-Charcot has many common areas that are designed and equipped to meet all of your needs while preserving the intimacy of each passenger. A 177 m² reception area includes: A reception/concierge desk, An expeditions desk, The ship’s administrative services, The sales office, manned by our Hospitality & Travel Manager officer, Our boutique which sells clothing, jewellery, beauty products, postcards and various accessories, The image & photo desk. The different lounges: A 302 m² main lounge including a 28 m² cigar lounge, a tea corner and a bar, with live music on selected evenings, A 400 m² panoramic bar and lounge, An open-air Bar. The recreation spaces  Fitness & Beauty Corner: Fitness room: Elliptic, running machines, bicycles...  Beauty Corner: Hairdresser, Massage rooms, Sauna, Snow Room, Nail Shop. Pool area: Indoor Pool and winter garden - Outdoor Pool Theatre: Capacity: 270-276 - Main show room for conferences and live entertainment on selected evenings - State-of-the-art audio and video technology. Leisure area: Public areas - Library - Medical centre. 16 Zodiac®.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 LONGYEARBYEN, SPITSBERGEN
Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re in completely unexplored territory.
Day 2 - Day 2 AT SEA ALONG SPITSBERGEN
The largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, its name meaning “pointed mountains” in German, Spitsbergen is the last piece of land before the Arctic ice floe. Aboard your ship, you will sail along the extremely spectacular coastline of this icy land. Between millennial glaciers and rugged mountains, you will discover a jagged coastline, hollowed-out by fjords. A unique setting, the refuge of a particularly rich avifauna, offering you the possibility of taking fabulous photographs from the deck of your ship.
Day 3 - Days 3 - 7 SAILING ICE FLOES
Enjoy the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.
Day 4 - Day 8 GEOGRAPHIC NORTH POLE
Defined by a 90° North latitude, the Geographic North Pole lies on the Earth’s rotational axis, at the intersection of all meridians. Plunged into darkness for six months of the year, then lit by the sun for the following six months, this mythical site, permanently covered in ice and remote from any land, has fascinated generations of explorers. So far, only a very few people have ever reached it: an exploit which is now accessible to you aboard Le Commandant Charcot.
Day 5 - Days 9 - 13 SAILING ICE FLOES ALONG GREENLAND
Enjoy the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.
Day 6 - Days 14 - 15 AT SEA ALONG SPITSBERGEN
The largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, its name meaning “pointed mountains” in German, Spitsbergen is the last piece of land before the Arctic ice floe. Aboard your ship, you will sail along the extremely spectacular coastline of this icy land. Between millennial glaciers and rugged mountains, you will discover a jagged coastline, hollowed-out by fjords. A unique setting, the refuge of a particularly rich avifauna, offering you the possibility of taking fabulous photographs from the deck of your ship.
Day 7 - Day 15 LONGYEARBYEN, SPITSBERGEN
Longyearbyen is the capital of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, located on Svalbard’s main island, and is the northernmost territorial capital on the planet. With winter temperatures dropping to below 40°C, the landscapes of this mining town are simply breathtaking. The glaciers, the mountains stretching as far as the eye can see and the untouched nature, make you feel like you’re in completely unexplored territory.
Day 8 - Please Note:
We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. The sailing schedule and any landings, activities and wildlife encounters are subject to weather and ice conditions. These experiences are unique and vary with each departure. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while respecting safety instructions and regulations.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $77,150Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $78,620Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $176,360Suite Duplex
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $209,440Owner's Suite
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $80,090Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $82,300Deluxe Suite Deck 6
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $85,960Deluxe Suite Deck 7
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $88,910Deluxe Suite Deck 8
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $113,900Prestige Suite Deck 7
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $117,560Prestige Suite Deck 8
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $121,240Grand Prestige Suite
22-07-202506-08-2025AUD $128,590Privilege Suite Deck 8
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $77,150Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $78,620Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $80,090Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $82,300Deluxe Suite Deck 6
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $85,960Deluxe Suite Deck 7
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $88,910Deluxe Suite Deck 8
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $113,900Prestige Suite Deck 7
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $117,560Prestige Suite Deck 8
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $121,240Grand Prestige Suite
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $128,590Privilege Suite Deck 8
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $176,360Suite Duplex
06-08-202521-08-2025AUD $209,440Owner's Suite
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $77,150Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $78,620Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $80,090Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $82,300Deluxe Suite Deck 6
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $85,960Deluxe Suite Deck 7
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $88,910Deluxe Suite Deck 8
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $113,900Prestige Suite Deck 7
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $117,560Prestige Suite Deck 8
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $121,240Grand Prestige Suite
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $128,590Privilege Suite Deck 8
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $176,360Suite Duplex
21-08-202505-09-2025AUD $209,440Owner's Suite

Inclusions

    • Be among the few people in the world who have reached the Geographic North Pole!
    • Outings and shore visits in a Zodiac® dinghy or hovercraft with an reinforced team of naturalist-guides.
    • Hiking opportunity.
    • Landscapes: ice floes, icebergs, polar ice cap… In Spitsbergen, jagged mountains, steep-sided valleys, sheer cliffs, huge glaciers.
    • Wildlife: polar bears, Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer, Arctic terns, walruses, seals, whales.
    • Our experts are fine-tuning your programme of activities, find out more very soon.

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