Enter the Kingdom of the Emperor Penguin

02/18/2025
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Invite your clients to take an expedition to the nearly inaccessible Weddell Sea, the kingdom of the emperor penguin, aboard the world’s only luxury icebreaker, Le Commandant Charcot. Unlike most voyages to these remote colonies, PONANT is one of the only travel companies bringing guests to the emperor penguins without the use of helicopters, allowing for more time immersed in this extraordinary environment. Guests can venture out on Zodiac excursions among towering ice cathedrals adrift in the ocean—their cerulean blue halos glowing—as they search for leopard and crabeater seals, humpback whales, and orcas in the company of expert naturalists. Explore the 7^th continent through polar hikes for an intimate encounter with its pristine landscapes. Finally, your clients can take the Polar Plunge—a rite of passage for those bold enough to brave the frigid Antarctic waters.

EXPLORE THE WEDDELL SEA

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Your Expedition to the Weddell Sea Awaits

Choose from four departure dates from October-December 2025 and your clients can set sail for the Kingdom of the emperor penguin in the company of our distinguished special guests:

October, November & December, 2025
Guests can hone their photography skills when you travel alongside Photo Ambassadors, Sue Flood or Cindy Miller Hopkins

December 19, 2025 – January 3, 2026
Your clients can celebrate Christmas and New Year’s on a voyage of scientific discovery with The Explorers Club Speaker Cassandra Brooks

November 11 – 24, 2025
Guests can be inspired by special guests, including Nicolas Vincent, Endurance 22’s Expedition Sub-Sea Manager

November 23 –
December 6, 2025
Your clients can attend insightful lectures from Australian ultra-marathon runner, pain scientist, and physiotherapist, Donna Urquhart

The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea

Round-trip Ushuaia

12 nights aboard Le Commandant Charcot

4 Departures in October, November & December 2025

HOTEL, TRANsFERS & FLIGHTS INCLUDED:
Overnight in Santiago + flight Santiago/Ushuaia + transfers + flight Ushuaia/Santiago⁽¹⁾

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Weddell Sea

Sailing through the icy, pristine white expanses of the Weddell Sea is a true privilege. Discover the incredible wildlife that inhabits this dynamic polar landscape.

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