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L'Austral

L’Austral is a sleek, all-suite expedition yacht blending luxurious comfort with wide-ranging reach. Launched in 2011 and built by Fincantieri, she accommodates up to 264 guests in 132 staterooms and suites, served by approximately 145 crew. Equipped with ice-class reinforcement and energy-efficient systems, L’Austral sails to remote destinations—from polar regions to tropical gateways—offering refined interiors, immersive experiences and a quietly sophisticated atmosphere.

Ship facts

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2011

Launch Year

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2018

Refit Year

guest-capacity

264

Capacity

crew-number

145

Crew

weight

10944 tonnes

Gross Tonnage

length

142m

Length

length

18m

Width

max-speed-knots

14 knots

Speed

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Volcanic islands and historic cities of the North Atlantic
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Volcanic islands and historic cities of the North Atlantic

  • calendar28 Apr '26
  • moon 10 nights
  • anchor L'Austral
  • ship-cardDep: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
  • location-pinArr: Lisbon

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£4,149pp
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The Iberian Peninsula and Fortified cities of the Atlantic
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The Iberian Peninsula and Fortified cities of the Atlantic

  • calendar8 May '26
  • moon 11 nights
  • anchor L'Austral
  • ship-cardDep: Lisbon
  • location-pinArr: Honfleur

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£5,629pp
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From the English Channel to the Irish Sea
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From the English Channel to the Irish Sea

  • calendar19 May '26
  • moon 8 nights
  • anchor L'Austral
  • ship-cardDep: Honfleur
  • location-pinArr: Glasgow

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£9,119pp
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Beethoven's Icelandic Symphony: A Musical Voyage
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Beethoven's Icelandic Symphony: A Musical Voyage

  • calendar6 Jun '26
  • moon 7 nights
  • anchor L'Austral
  • ship-cardDep: Reykjavík
  • location-pinArr: Reykjavík

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£6,639pp
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Icelandic mosaic
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Icelandic mosaic

  • calendar13 Jun '26
  • moon 7 nights
  • anchor L'Austral
  • ship-cardDep: Reykjavík
  • location-pinArr: Reykjavík

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£20,479pp
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Icelandic mosaic
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Icelandic mosaic

  • calendar20 Jun '26
  • moon 7 nights
  • anchor L'Austral
  • ship-cardDep: Reykjavík
  • location-pinArr: Reykjavík

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£6,509pp
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Ship features

L’Austral offers a seamless blend of yacht-style luxury, expedition capability and refined service.

Overview
Accommodation
Dining
Amenities
Wellness
Entertainment
Families
  • All suites and staterooms, nearly all with private balconies
  • Ice-strengthened hull (Class 1C) for polar access
  • Two main dining venues: Le Restaurant Gastronomique and Grill Restaurant
  • Salon, panoramic lounge, open decks and library
  • Wellness area with spa, hammam and fitness corner
  • Pool, sun deck and open-air bar
  • Lecture theatre, onboard enrichment programming
  • Water access via marina platform and Zodiac fleet
LAustral Accommodation

Accommodation

L’Austral houses 132 accommodations, from Superior and Deluxe Staterooms to Suites (Deluxe, Prestige) and the Owner’s Suite. Each features an elegant design, climate control, modern amenities, and an en-suite bath. Suites offer more space, better views and elevated comforts such as butler service and larger balconies.

LAustral Dining

Dining

Dining aboard L’Austral centres on French culinary finesse and regional inspiration. Le Restaurant Gastronomique offers plated multi-course menus each evening, while the Grill serves casual fare and themed dinners. Breakfast and lunch may be served in buffet or à la carte formats. Room service and flexible dining times are available to suit guests’ needs.

LAustral Amenities

Amenities

Public areas include the Salon, Panoramic Lounge, library, boutique, open-deck promenades, sun deck and open-air bar. The ship also features a pool, a marina platform for water access, and many comfortable indoor and outdoor gathering spaces.

LAustral Wellness

Wellness

The wellness zone features treatment rooms, a hammam, massage services and a beauty salon. Guests can relax between voyages and shore excursions in tranquil surroundings.

LAustral Entertainment

Entertainment

L’Austral presents nightly lectures, destination talks, live music in lounges, film screenings and cultural events. Enrichment programmes support deeper engagement with each port’s history, nature and people.

LAustral Families

Families

L’Austral welcomes mature travellers and families in suites, though the ship’s pace, design and offerings are tailored for adult comfort and immersive experience rather than general family programming.

Deluxe Stateroom
Prestige Stateroom
Superior Stateroom
Prestige Suite
Deluxe Suite
Owner's Suite

Deluxe Stateroom

Elegant and inviting, the Deluxe Stateroom features a private balcony, comfortable seating area and contemporary décor. With a relaxing bathroom and ample storage, it offers a stylish retreat after days exploring ashore.

Amenities

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

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