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The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Join Ponant Cruises' Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea expedition to witness the natural beauty of Antarctica and encounter the majestic Emperor Penguins in their

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Trip Amenities

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3 Other Departures

2027-2028 Season

Departure

Oct 26, 2027

14 days

Return

Nov 8, 2027

Vessel

Le Commandant Charcot

Departure

Nov 7, 2027

14 days

Return

Nov 20, 2027

Vessel

Le Commandant Charcot

Departure

Dec 15, 2027

14 days

Return

Dec 28, 2027

Vessel

Le Commandant Charcot

Join Ponant Cruises' Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea expedition to witness the natural beauty of Antarctica and encounter the majestic Emperor Penguins in their natural habitat.

Day-by-day itinerary

A day-by-day schedule is not currently available from the source.

What's Included

  • Transfer from airport upon flight arrival.

  • 1-night accommodation at the Mandarin Oriental Santiago the night before embarkation. Your hotel will be confirmed few weeks before your cruise.

  • Early check-in available from late morning.

  • Hospitality desk at the hotel in Santiago.

  • Return flight Santiago/Ushuaia/Santiago selected by PONANT, in economy class. Seats in business class may be available, please contact your travel agent.

  • Meals as mentioned in the programme and beverage package.

  • Transfers as mentioned in the programme.

What's Not Included

  • Tips for the local guide.

  • Personal expenses.

  • Other meals and services not mentioned in the programme.

Cabin Types

Cabin TypeAvailability

Deluxe Suite

Available

Duplex Suite

Available

Duplex Suites

Available

Grand Prestige Suite

Available

Owner's Suite

Available

Prestige Stateroom

Available

Prestige Staterooms

Available

Prestige Suite

Available

Prestige Suites

Available

Privilege Staterooms

Available

Privilege Suite

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Privilege Suites

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Trip Overview

Duration

13 days

Travel Mode

sail


Departure Date

Nov 19, 2027

Return Date

Dec 2, 2027


Departure Port

Santiago

Return Port

Santiago

Activities

Zodiac Cruising

Antarctica Landing & Hiking

Polar Plunge

Le Commandant Charcot

Le Commandant Charcot

270 passengers

Le Commandant Charcot: Hybrid electric polar exploration ship launched in 2021 by Ponant. Luxurious, accommodates up to 245 passengers, and uses liquefied natural gas.

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