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EXPEDITION CRUISE

From the Arctic Circle to the Scottish Isles

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Tromsø TO Glasgow

From the Arctic Circle to the Scottish Isles

From Tromsø, the gateway to the Arctic, to the wild landscapes of Scotland, this journey will take shape along magical fjords, jagged cliffs and windswept moors. In the north, the Lofoten Islands reveal their spectacular scenery, their colourful villages and steel-coloured waters. Further south, the Norwegian shores unveil their raw nature, punctuated by forests, fjords sheltering ancient glaciers and cities steeped in history.

Next are the Orkney and Skye archipelagos, these Celtic lands with their strong insular character, before you head for Scotland’s western coast, with its mysterious lochs and misty mountains

TRIP STARTS ON

April 03, 2027

SHIP SAILS ON

April 03, 2027

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Le Champlain

TRIP ENDS ON

April 13, 2027

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About the Ship

Name

Le Champlain

Operator

PONANT EXPLORATIONS

Le Champlain offers an intimate and refined cruise experience for exploring exceptional destinations.

Ship Facts

cabin count

capacity

184

crew count

118

deck count

currency

EUR onboard

gross tonnage

9976

language

fr+en

launch year

2018

length

131m

speed

13kts

wheelchair count

No Data

width

18m

DINING

Excellence in gastronomy

Delicious breakfasts, à la carte dishes, varied buffets, and gourmet tea times offer delightful experiences designed in collaboration with Ducasse Conseil.

Our restaurants invite you to explore: a sensory journey where flavors reveal themselves with boldness and finesse.

Le Nautilus

At the back of deck 4, our gourmet restaurant, complete with wine cellar, offers French and international cuisine. It can accommodate all guests in a single service for your breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Ponant Gastronomy Copyrights Belong To Ponant François Lefebvre

Grill Restaurant

In a relaxed atmosphere, the grill restaurant located on deck 3 welcomes you for breakfast and buffet lunches as well as themed dinners.

Ponant, Le Lyrial Grill Restaurant ©Ponant François Lefebvre

Room Service

Whether you want to fully enjoy your cabin for breakfast, savor a peaceful snack in the middle of the day, or have your meal in complete privacy, room service is at your disposal. Treat yourself to a moment of indulgence and enjoy a diverse menu available at any time of day and night.

Entertainment

The common areas onboard Le Champlain

Our ship Le Champlain features a number of spaces designed and arranged to serve your needs and requirements whilst at the same time preserving the privacy of each passenger.

Good times together

The common areas on board have been designed in great detail to make every moment something special. While the private nature of each of these spaces has been preserved, they have also been laid out to let you enjoy some wonderful times together with other passengers and team members throughout the day.

Lounges and bars

The cosy and refined atmosphere of the lounges and bars are perfect for relaxing, socialising or simply enjoying the moment – whatever your mood.

The Observatory Lounge

Library, internet space, bar, occasional live entertainment, terrace: enjoy a 180° panorama of the horizon from the observatory lounge.

Ponant Le Bougainville Panoramic Lounge, ©Ponant Credit. Nicolas Matheus

Observatory Lounge Bookcase ©Ponant Nicolas Matheus

Swimming pool

With its water blending into the surrounding landscapes, the pool is perfect for relaxing in the sun. From the marina platform, embark on your sea excursions or water activities in complete tranquility.

Theatre

Settle into your seat for thought-provoking lectures led by guest experts and naturalists, as well as live shows, concerts, and performances by professional dancers and musicians.

When the night comes alive

Concerts, dance performances, or film screenings: every night on board is a promise of wonder and sharing of emotions.

Ponant Expeditions Le Laperouse Theatre ©Ponant Nicolas Matheus

Boutique

An extension of the journey and the ship, la Boutique offers an exclusive shopping experience with a wide range of technical and casual ready-to-wear and equipment, with or without PONANT personalization. It also features unique souvenirs to extend the journey back home, as well as jewelry, accessories and luxury items. Opening hours follow the voyage schedule, including days at sea, and all purchases on board are tax-free.

The Main Lounge Room

Tea room, bar, live music, dance floor, terrace: the main lounge is an essential meeting place throughout your journey.

Ponant Le Bougainville Lounge, ©Ponant, Credit. Nicolas Matheus

The Blue Eye

Located below the waterline of the ship, the Blue Eye is an innovative underwater lounge. Its design, inspired by the beauty of cetaceans, pays tribute to oceanographic environments.

Ponant Explorations Le Jacques Cartier Blue Eye ©Ponant Vutheara Kham

Le Laperouse The Blue Eye ©Ponant Julien Fabro

PONANT Studio

A photography and videography team escort you throughout your trip. These professionals capture the most beautiful moments of your cruise, which you can share with family and friends upon your return. Meet them on DECK 5 (DECK 6 on the PONANT Explorers ships) at the photo/video area, where you can also order souvenir pictures and videos.

Excursion Reception and Office

If you have not made a pre-booking before your cruise, you can book your excursions on board during one of the daily opening times of the excursion desk (timetables available in your daily program). It is only possible to pre-book one excursion per port day. If you would like to book a second excursion on the same day, please contact the excursion desk to check availability.

Ponant Le Bougainville Reception, ©Ponant, Credit. Nicolas Matheus

Open Bar

From boarding and throughout the cruise, a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wines, beer, champagne, spirits, coffee, tea) is served freely and at any time of the day. Some premium alcoholic beverages listed on the menu are not included in the Open Bar.

Le Laperouse Bar ©Ponant Christophe Dugied

Health And Fitness

Take care of yourself, simply.

A conference that awakens your mind, a spa treatment that soothes your body, or a fitness session that revives your energy? On board, time seems to stand still for a moment of self-care.

The Spa

In partnership with SOTHYS™ and Davines®, the spa offers a wide range of treatments, massages, hairdressing services, as well as a hammam and a fitness room perfect for self-care and well-being.

The Gym

The fitness room offers a wide range of exercises suitable for all levels to train facing magnificent views.

Ponant Fitness Gym Wellness ©Ponant François Lefebvre

The Hairdressing Salon

Provided in partnership with KÉRASTASE® and L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL®, the hairdressing salon offers a complete range of top quality treatments designed to strengthen, nourish and reinvigorate hair's shine and brilliance. Our stylists are available to serve all your styling, highlighting, colouring, cutting and tailored hair advice needs.

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Enrichment

Whether you're dreaming of relaxation, exploration, or a far-flung escape to the heart of breathtaking nature, there's a trip for every desire. Timeless, Discovery, or Expedition: each collection offers a distinct and tailored approach, allowing you to experience your chosen destination up close.

Explorations

Because your desires for escape are many, we offer a range of explorations, each promising unique experiences. Timeless, Discoveries, or Expeditions: each collection offers a distinct and tailored approach, allowing you to experience your chosen destination as closely as possible.

Timeless

Preserved and authentic towns and villages, iconic or more secluded sites… Discover the cultural and gastronomic riches of your de....

Ponant Explorations General Ship Lacepede Islands Exterior ©Studio Ponant Laure Patricot

Ponant Explorations Le Champlain Costa Rica Exterior ©Studio Ponant Margot Sib

Ponant Explorations Le Champlain Assomption Island Exterior ©Studio Ponant Olivier Blaud

Experts by your side

Captains, expedition leaders, experienced naturalist guides, lecturers, wildlife photographers, personalities from the world of art, science, culture and gastronomy... Experts share their passions with you on board or on land.

Captains

Your captain is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of your journey on board. An expert in navigating polar or tropical waters, their announcements punctuate your day. And when wildlif....

The Hydraulic Platform

Deck 2
Much easier onboard access than on any other cruise ship
Easier disembarking and embarking by Zodiac when participating in expeditions
Swimming and bathing in the sea and various nautical sports, such as kayaking and paddle-boarding

Kids And Teens

Thanks to the Kid Explorers Club, children aged 4 to 13 enjoy activities organised by a team of dedicated and passionate carers.

Physical activities, board games, movie nights and learning about onboard professions, as well as supervised outings and shore walks for children (six years+).

The Kids Explorers Club

During your cruise, PONANT EXPLORATIONS offers a program of activities dedicated to children, from 4 to 13 years old on our entire fleet.

A team of experienced facilitators on board offers daily manual activities, educational workshops, board games, introductory meditation sessions, and much more, as well as content specific to each itinerary and the number of participants.

Kid Explorers have the opportunity to extend this experien....

Ponant Explorations Kids Explorers Club ©Ponant Bernard Bertrand

UNIQUE FEATURES

Ponant Le Champlain Exterior 2, ©Ponant, Credit. Mike Louagie

USEFUL TO KNOW

Laundry

Your staterllm attendant is at your disposal to provide a laundry service. It takes 24 to 48 hours to wash and iron your clothes. Only an ironing service can be provided on the same day. Dry cleaning is not possible, so we kindly ask you to only give us clothes that can be washed with water.

** These services are chargeable and billed directly to your cabin account.

Smoking Policy

Ships are non-smoking, even on accommodation balconies. Smoking is only allowed in designated outdoor areas of the ship.

Power Adapters

Electrical plug adapters are provided on board, they are available at the reception.

European Standard Sockets

The 220 volt 50 hertz alternating current is distributed by sockets meeting European standards. Onboard power is 200 volt AC (European standard) and 110 volt AC (North American standard). For safety reasons, hair irons and clothes irons cannot be used in staterooms. Please note that on Le Ponant, 110 volt AC is only....

Age Restrictions

Children under one (1 year old / 12 months) are not permitted on PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruises.

On Classic cruises, children are permitted from one (1 year old), with a maximum of five children aged one to six (1 to 6 years old) on board each voyage.

Children aged four years and older are welcome at the Kids’ Club when the service is offered on board.

In all cases and at all times, both on board or on land, children and young m....

Languages

The languages spoken on board are French and English. The signage is in French and English. On some cruises, crew members also speak other languages.

Telephone

To reach a correspondent around the world, a satellite communication system is available to you. The cost of communications is charged directly to your account (pricing depends on the navigation zone). Calls from your correspondents can be transferred directly to your accommodation or to any common area on the ships. You can also send and receive faxes. Contacting reception.

Wi-Fi

You have free Wi-Fi internet access on board all ships (cabins and common areas). On the Sisterships (L'Austral, Le Lyrial, The Boréal, Le Soléal), one or more computers are available to you in the leisure areas. Thanks to the Starlink network provided by Marlink, PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP guarantees you quality Wi-Fi access, regardless of the location and navigation conditions.

Medical Facilities

There is a doctor on board available to the passengers on all our ships:

The schedules of consultation are listed each day in the log book (emergency consultation 24/7).
The Sisterships, PONANT Explorers and Le Commandant Charcot also have a hospital for any small surgery.
During the excursions, the passengers are accompanied by a doctor or a nurse.
There is a fee for consultations on board . The price may va....

Guests with reduced mobility

Only the Sisterships, the PONANT Explorers, Paul Gauguin and Le Commandant Charcot have been designed to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility.

Staterooms specially designed on board the Sisterships, decks 3 (307), 4 (407) and 5 (509) 3 c for two people aged 18. in a wheelchair, with a double bed (180 x 200) cm) or two single beds (90 x 200 shower and toilet in the bathroom as well as a balcony of 4  2 (only for cabins....

Packing Tips

Technical Accessories

We recommend that you bring a ski mask, sunglasses, walking sticks, a waterproof backpack, binoculars, a technical watch, a mosquito net for the face (in the Arctic), and a waterproof pouch. These accessories are also available for purchase at the onboard shop.

Dress Code

Dress Code

We recommend wearing casual and elegant outfits, cocktail attire for gala evenings, and white or black and white attire for the Officers' evening. Shorts and bermudas are not allowed in the evening at gourmet restaurants.

Expedition Cruise

For an expedition cruise, pack practical clothing and comfortable shoes. During your polar cruises, a polar parka in your size will be provided and boots in your si....

Special Diets

If you follow a specific diet (vegetarian, diabetic, low calorie, gluten-free, allergy...), it is essential to specify it when making your reservation. You will then receive adapted menus throughout your cruise.

Solo Travellers

Every season, we offer a wide range of cruises with 'no single supplement': you thus benefit from a double stateroom to yourself, at no extra cost. The onboard atmosphere is conducive to meeting and interacting with other guests, and the crew ensures your well-being and integration on board. Discover the cruises by consulting the single page offered.

Included on Every Cruise

A complete offer (excluding Spirit of PONANT and La Désirade¹)

SERVICES INCLUDED ON ALL OUR CRUISES

Full board from arrival to departure day
High-end gastronomy in all restaurants
All drinks in restaurants, bars and minibars. All drinks are included² (selection of champagnes, wines and spirits, beers, cocktails, water, soft drinks, hot drinks)
24-hour room service
Butler service for certa....

Butler Service

Attentive and discreet, your butler offers you a fully personalized service.

The butler service is reserved for passengers traveling in one of the suites located on deck 6 aboard the Sisterships, as well as in all suites of the Shipowner, Deluxe Suites, Privilege Suites, and Prestige Suites located on deck 6 aboard the PONANT EXPLORERS.

The PONANT app

Our app accompanies you in your preparations and during your stay on board. Find the services offered and the information that facilitates your journey.

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Thanks to its app, PONANT accompanies you in your travel preparations, and then during your stay on board. Find our services and information that will make your cruise even easier.

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