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L'Austral

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Overview


Innovative design, sleek shape and profile, refined interior decoration, friendly, intimate atmosphere: French designers and decorators have managed to give this ship a unique style and veritable signature of its own.


A more eco-friendly sailing

Ecodesign is at the centre of our reflection. The latest innovations available at the time of its creation were deployed on board this vessel. Since then, PONANT has regularly improved its environmental performance at each technical stop.

Minimal and transitory impact

Modern ships, cutting-edge technologies, strict landing protocols, environmental impact studies, crew training: find the environmental commitments that guide us on a daily basis, with the greatest respect for both the marine andterrestrial ecosystems that we take you to.

Innovative design, sleek shape and profile, refined interior decoration, friendly, intimate atmosphere: French designers and decorators have managed to give this ship a unique style and veritable signature of its own. Combinations of fine materials, colours and tones harmoniously livened up with touches of bright colour, elegant lines, discreet and subtle refinement… everything has been designed to create a unique atmosphere onboard, a veritable personality: the chic style and naturally relaxing ambiance of a veritable private yacht.

Ship Statistics
Year Built 2011
Refurbished 2018
Length 465 ft
Width 59 ft
Tonnage 10,944
Speed 14
Passenger Capacity 264
Crew Size 145
No. of Deck 5
No. of Cabin 132
No. of large Cabin 0
No. of wheelchair Cabin 3
Services & Amenities
Lounge YES
Bar YES
Library YES
Theatre YES
Sun Deck YES
Pool Deck YES
Shop YES
Reception YES
Studio YES
Photographers YES
Facilities
King or Twin Configuration YES
Shower YES
Bath YES
Toiletries Provided YES
Room Service Available YES
Butler Service YES
TV YES
Free Wi-Fi YES
Safe YES
Hair Dryer YES
Lounge Area YES
Dining Area YES
Vanity Area YES
Suite Benefits YES
Free Mini Bar YES
Media/Entertainment Station YES
Pillow Menu Available YES
Telephone YES
Desk YES
Sofa Bed YES

  • Pool
  • Grill Restaurant
  • Internet Café and Library
  • Observation Lounge
  • Panoramic Terrace
  • Owner's Suite
  • Deluxe Suites
  • Prestige Staterooms

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  • Fitness Room
  • Spa
  • Hair Salon
  • Image and Photo Desk
  • Bridge
  • Hammam
  • Prestige Suites
  • Prestige Staterooms

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  • Theatre
  • Prestige Staterooms

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  • Main Lounge
  • Shop
  • Excursion Desk
  • Reception Desk
  • Medical Centre
  • Deluxe Staterooms
  • Superior Staterooms

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  • Gastronomic Restaurant
  • Marina

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Le Coromandel (complimentary)

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Le Rodrigues (complimentary)

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Room Service (cover)

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Elegance and intimacy

Faithful to its desire to always maintain a certain kind of lifestyle onboard, PONANT once again places the emphasis on elegance and intimacy by keeping the number of staterooms limited: just 132 staterooms!

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

The common areas onboard L’Austral

Our ship L’Austral has many spaces designed and fitted out with the need to provide privacy for all passengers in mind. Cosy and refined in feel and atmosphere, these lively spaces provide moments of relaxation and conviviality to suit every taste.

Good times together

The common areas on board have been designed in great detail to make every moment something special. While the private nature of each of these spaces has been preserved, they have also been laid out to let you enjoy some wonderful times together with other passengers and team members throughout the day.

Lounges and bars

The various different lounges allow passengers to meet up and share quality time together.

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Panoramic Lounge
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Exterior Bar
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Theatre
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The Sun Deck
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Leisure Area
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The Main Lounge
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Shop
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Excursion Reception and Office
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PONANT Studio
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The Spa
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The Gym
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The Hairdressing Salon