Le Champlain is the second ship of the Ponant Explorers-class of cruise ships operated by Ponant. Each member of the class has been allocated the name of a famous French explorer, and Le Champlain is named after Samuel de Champlain, "The Father of New France". Le Champlain entered service in 2018. Le Champlain is an Explorer-class cruise ship operated by Ponant. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Le Champlain with other Ponant ships before booking.
Le Champlain Cruise Ship Guide
Ponant · Explorer-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
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Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Ponant
- Ship class
- Explorer
- Entered service
- 2018
- Gross tonnage
- 37,000 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 184 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 110
- Length
- 217 m
- Beam
- 25 m
What makes this ship notable
Le Champlain is the second ship of the Ponant Explorers-class of cruise ships operated by Ponant. Each member of the class has been allocated the name of a famous French explorer, and Le Champlain is named after Samuel de Champlain, "The Father of New France".
Highlights
- Le Champlain is the second ship of the Ponant Explorers-class of cruise ships operated by Ponant.
- Each member of the class has been allocated the name of a famous French explorer, and Le Champlain is named after Samuel.
Practical planning
Use Le Champlain’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Ponant for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Le Champlain in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Le Champlain?
Le Champlain is operated by Ponant.
When did Le Champlain enter service?
Le Champlain entered service in 2018.
What class is Le Champlain?
Le Champlain is an Explorer-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Le Champlain carry?
Catalog capacity is 184 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Le Champlain?
Verified catalog specs list Le Champlain at 37,000 GT, 217 m long, 25 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Le Champlain?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
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