EXPEDITION SHIP · French boutique expedition ship

L’Austral

PONANT's L'Austral combines French hospitality and 132 cabins and suites with polar expedition operations; Antarctic departures normally carry no more than 200 guests.

264 guests capacity1C ice classAntarctica, Arctic and worldwide boutique voyages

WHY THIS SHIP

Key Features

Up to 200 guests on polar voyages

132 cabins and suites

French dining

Spa, theatre and pool

LIFE ON BOARD

Public Spaces and Life at Sea

Dining and Social Spaces

Onboard dining is integrated with the expedition schedule aboard L’Austral
Venue hours, menus and included beverages follow the arrangements for each departure
Observation and lecture spaces support wildlife watching, briefings and daily recaps aboard L’Austral
Outdoor decks provide additional viewing and photography positions when conditions permit

Wellness and Relaxation

The ship's published leisure and wellness spaces complement active days ashore
Outdoor and wellness facilities operate according to weather and the shipboard programme

L’Austral - Onboard public area 1 — Onboard public area 1

L’Austral - Onboard public area 2 — Onboard public area 2

L’Austral - Onboard public area 4 — Onboard public area 4

EXPEDITION READY

Expedition Equipment

Zodiac operations support shore landings and near-shore exploration where offered
The ship's 1C classification supports its published polar programme

HIGHLIGHTS

Key Strengths

Up to 200 guests on polar voyages
132 cabins and suites
French dining

CABINS & SUITES

Cabins and Suites

Up to 3 guests · Approx. 21 m²

Window or Porthole Stateroom

Private accommodation with the configuration shown for this cabin category

2 guests · Approx. 18 m²

Lower Deck Balcony Stateroom

private balcony

2 guests · Approx. 18 m²

Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom

private balcony

2 guests · Approx. 27 m²

Deluxe Suite

convertible double or twin beds, separate sitting area, private balcony

Up to 4 guests · Approx. 37 m²

Prestige Suite

private balcony

2 guests · Approx. 45 m²

Owner Suite

private balcony

WHO IT SUITS

Who This Ship Suits

Travellers who value the specific expedition scale and capabilities of L’Austral
Guests seeking voyages across Antarctica, Arctic and worldwide boutique voyages

LIVE SAILINGS

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