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Le Champlain

Le Champlain is the second ship in Ponant’s Explorer series, marrying expedition capability with elegant French luxury. With 92 suites and staterooms, she sails through continents offering voyages across Africa, Asia and Europe. Guests enjoy all-suite accommodation with balconies, immersive dining, the signature Blue Eye underwater lounge, spa and wellness facilities, and a calm, refined ambience that focuses on discovery in comfort.

Ship facts

best-time-to-go

2018

Launch Year

weight

9976 tonnes

Gross Tonnage

length

131m

Length

length

18m

Width

max-speed-knots

13 knots

Speed

guest-capacity

184

Capacity

crew-number

118

Crew

Featured Itineraries

Ship features

Le Champlain blends discreet elegance with advanced expedition features and immersive guest spaces.

Overview
Accommodation
Dining
Amenities
Wellness
Entertainment
Families
  • All-suite and stateroom configuration with private balconies
  • Blue Eye — underwater lounge with glass portholes and hydrophone sound system
  • Infinity pool with counter-current system
  • Two restaurants: Le Nautilus (main) and Le Nemo (grill)
  • Spa / Wellness area with treatment rooms, sauna and gym
  • Panoramic lounge, observation terrace and live entertainment
  • Open-deck promenades and a marina platform for water access
  • 24-hour room service, inclusive Wi-Fi and wellness classes
Le Champlain Accommodation

Accommodation

Le Champlain offers seven categories: Deluxe Stateroom, Prestige Stateroom, Deluxe Suite, Grand Deluxe Suite, Prestige Suite, Privilege Suite and Owner’s Suite. All rooms include private balconies or windows, walk-in wardrobes in many suites, smart TVs, minibars, climate control, and premium en-suite bathrooms equipped with glass walls to maximise views.

Le Champlain Dining

Dining

Dining onboard is characteristically French. Le Nautilus serves plated breakfasts, lunches and elegant dinners indoors or alfresco. Le Nemo, the ship’s poolside grill, provides casual meals and grilled specialities. Menus highlight regional ingredients, with wine pairings included. Room service is available around the clock.

Le Champlain Amenities

Amenities

Public areas include the Panoramic Lounge, Observation Deck, library, boutique and theatre. Guests relax on deck promenades, in lounges, or near the infinity pool and spa. The marina platform facilitates easy boarding for Zodiacs, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

Le Champlain Wellness

Wellness

The Wellness Area features treatment rooms, spa therapies, a sauna, a gym, and a panoramic window sauna. Skilled therapists support guest relaxation and recovery between active days ashore.

Le Champlain Entertainment

Entertainment

Evenings include live music in the Panoramic Lounge, theatrical performances in the theatre, guest lectures, film screenings and themed social events. The evenings are curated but casual, with a focus on enrichment and ambience.

Le Champlain Families

Families

Le Champlain welcomes mature travellers and couples; suites may accommodate families. Programmes and spaces lean toward refined exploration rather than child-specific activities.

Deluxe Stateroom
Prestige Staterooms
Deluxe Suite
Prestige Suite
Privilege Suite
Grand Deluxe Suite
Owner's Suite

Deluxe Stateroom

Elegant and light-filled, the Deluxe Stateroom features a private balcony, queen-size bed, ensuite bathroom and refined contemporary décor, offering a comfortable and stylish retreat after days of exploration.

Amenities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Pillow Menu Available
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Butler Service
  • Coffee Machine
  • Air Conditioning

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