Signature highlights
The ship features PONANT’s Blue Eye underwater lounge, a theatre, pool, marina platform and several lounges. Its six passenger decks and small-ship scale are intended to provide a quieter, more personal expedition experience.
Le Champlain
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About Le Champlain
Le Champlain is a 2018-built PONANT Explorer yacht designed for intimate expedition cruising. With 92 ocean-view cabins and suites, most with private balconies, it accommodates up to 184 guests. The ship combines French-inspired dining and service with expedition features including a marina platform, underwater Blue Eye lounge, theatre, pool, spa and fitness facilities. Its compact size supports access to smaller ports and scenic coastal destinations while retaining the comfort and amenities of a luxury cruise ship.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- PONANT (Compagnie du Ponant)
- Builder / shipyard
- VARD Tulcea, Romania, with outfitting at VARD Søviknes, Norway
- Registry / flag
- Wallis and Futuna, France
- Call sign
- FLBP
- IMO number
- 9814038
- MMSI
- 578001100
- Draft
- 4.7 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
Dining includes a main French-influenced restaurant and a more casual outdoor grill venue, with dietary requirements accommodated through specialty menus.
Entertainment
Onboard entertainment includes lectures, expedition programming and performances in the 188-seat theatre, along with live views of the marine environment from the Blue Eye lounge.
Staterooms & suites
The 92 cabins and suites are air-conditioned and ocean-facing, with most offering private balconies. Categories include balcony staterooms, Deluxe Suites, Prestige Suites, Privilege Suites, Grand Deluxe Suites and an Owner’s Suite.
For families
The ship offers a small-ship environment with a pool, outdoor spaces and a theatre. PONANT generally welcomes children from age six, subject to voyage-specific conditions.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a spa, fitness centre, pool and outdoor relaxation areas. The ship also provides room service and wellness treatments such as massages and facials.
Accessibility
Elevators serve the passenger decks, and the hydraulic marina platform is designed to assist with sea access and embarkation. Cabin and excursion accessibility should be confirmed for individual needs before booking.
Environmental features
Le Champlain was designed with PONANT’s lower-impact technology package, including diesel-electric propulsion, catalytic exhaust treatment, ballast and wastewater management, and reduced single-use plastics. PONANT has also used the ship in trials of recycled-oil B100 biofuel.
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Itineraries & Sailings
10 Nights
Arctic Days & Northern Lights
Next: Mar 4, 2027
3 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Cruising the Baltic Sea
Next: May 28, 2027
2 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow
Next: Sep 4, 2027
4 upcoming departures
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2027 | Mar 14, 2027 | Arctic Days & Northern Lights | 10 | Book → | |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Mar 24, 2027 | Arctic Days & Northern Lights | 10 | Book → | |
| Mar 24, 2027 | Apr 3, 2027 | Arctic Days & Northern Lights | 10 | Book → | |
| May 28, 2027 | Jun 4, 2027 | Cruising the Baltic Sea | 7 | Book → | |
| Jun 4, 2027 | Jun 11, 2027 | Cruising the Baltic Sea | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 4, 2027 | Sep 11, 2027 | Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 10, 2027 | Sep 17, 2027 | Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 18, 2027 | Sep 25, 2027 | Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow | 7 | Book → | |
| Sep 24, 2027 | Oct 1, 2027 | Legendary Scottish Isles, Edinburgh & Glasgow | 7 | Book → |