Known for its stark mountain peaks and spectacular glaciers, Longyearbyen was named for the American John Monroe Longyear, who established a mining operation here in 1906. In the summer season, many species of birds can be found nesting in the steep cliffs while the seaside harbors a number of marine animals from white whales, seals and walruses. In the small town, are museums, local shops and restaurants to explore at a leisurely pace.
PONANT’s latest addition to the fleet, Le Commandant Charcot - the very first luxury hybrid electric polar exploration ship powered by liquified natural gas, is the epitome of a more responsible and sustainable sailing. Safe and low impact polar navigation is her area of expertise, taking advantage of the latest innovations and even developing new, market-leading technologies and solutions to make Le Commandant Charcot one of the most advanced polar vessels at sea today.
Sep 10, 2028 - Longyearbyen
Known for its stark mountain peaks and spectacular glaciers, Longyearbyen was named for the American John Monroe Longyear, who established a mining operation here in 1906. In the summer season, many species of birds can be found nesting in the steep cliffs while the seaside harbors a number of marine animals from white whales, seals and walruses. In the small town, are museums, local shops and restaurants to explore at a leisurely pace.
Sep 11, 2028 - Spitsbergen
Spitsbergen is located in the largest Island of the archipelago of Svalbard in Norway. The economy on the island thrives in three main industries, which are coal mining, tourism and research. It has an arctic weather with beautiful icebergs to be discovered through the island including the famous ice cap, Austfonna.
Sep 12, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 13, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 14, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 15, 2028 - North Pole
Sep 16, 2028 - North Pole
Sep 17, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 18, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 19, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 20, 2028 - Sea Ice Navigation
Sep 21, 2028 - North West Spitsbergen National Park
Sep 21, 2028 - Longyearbyen
Known for its stark mountain peaks and spectacular glaciers, Longyearbyen was named for the American John Monroe Longyear, who established a mining operation here in 1906. In the summer season, many species of birds can be found nesting in the steep cliffs while the seaside harbors a number of marine animals from white whales, seals and walruses. In the small town, are museums, local shops and restaurants to explore at a leisurely pace.
Sep 22, 2028 - Longyearbyen
Known for its stark mountain peaks and spectacular glaciers, Longyearbyen was named for the American John Monroe Longyear, who established a mining operation here in 1906. In the summer season, many species of birds can be found nesting in the steep cliffs while the seaside harbors a number of marine animals from white whales, seals and walruses. In the small town, are museums, local shops and restaurants to explore at a leisurely pace.