Description
In May 2011, l'Austral joined PONANT's fleet. This superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins is the result of the expertise of the Italian Fincantieri shipyard and French sophistication, as interpreted by designer Jean-Philippe Nuel. L'Austral remains faithful to our philosophy - to create a unique atmosphere, a subtle blend of luxury, intimacy and well-being.
A sleek silhouette softened by elegantly smooth contours and large, arched windows opening up to the sea and the light: so many features come together to give L’Austral her distinctive shape. Precious materials, discreet elegance and a perfect balance between chic and casual, combine to make you feel as if you are on your own private yacht. A design blending tradition and innovation, where a nautical mood has been subtly recreated. A welcoming atmosphere of relaxed sophistication revolves around shades of grey, taupe, white and ivory enlivened by touches of cinnamon, caramel and tan.. So many personal touches create the spirit of a “private yacht.”
You will encounter unique itineraries, calls inaccessible to large ships, chic and elegant yacht-like ambiance, refined and personalized service as well as gastronomic cuisine.
Facilities
Food and Drink
- Gastronomic Restaurant
- Grill Restaurant
- Lounge
- The Restaurant
Cruise Line
The only French cruise line, Ponant is an integral part of France’s great shipping tradition. Established in 1988, Ponant is owned by the CMA CGM Group, the world’s third largest container shipping group and heir to the renowned Compagnie Générale Transatlantique French Line.
Each of the five ships, have their own individual personality and symbolize the art of cruising “à la française” in line with our company philosophy.
The fleet of 5 vessels allows for choice. Le Ponant: 32 staterooms, a refined and efficienthree-masted sailing yacht. Le Levant: 45 staterooms, a sleek thoroughbred private yacht. Le Diamant: 113 staterooms, get carried away onboard this expedition ship. Entering service in 2010/2011 two new state of the art ships Le Boréal and L’Austral: 132 staterooms and suites vessels offering a range of new itineraries.
Ponant offer chic cruising without the crowds, experience the comfort of a private cruise onboard vessels of an intimate size: exclusive to between 64 to 226 guests.
Interiors are elegant and uncluttered, delight in the fun and casual elegance onboard without the formalities.
Discover exceptional sites and come closed to landscapes so often inaccessible to large ships.
The french registry allows us to visit destinations often not visited by other lines including Cuba and Libya.
Enjoy onboard seminars with international experts, passionate about their subjects, giving a further dimension to the sights you see.
Exquisite dining with French and international cuisine, with complimentary wines included at lunch and dinner.
Crew members, all versed in elegant discretion, will see to it that you enjoy a welcome that will make your cruise a unique experience.
Ponant offer an alternative to many other traditional cruise line, discover with French chic and elegance.
Many extras included: all meals while onboard, mineral water, tea, coffee, wines served during lunch and dinner, evening entertainment and events, baggage handling from pier to ship and vice versa
Ships
L'Austral, Le Bellot, Le Boreal, Le Bougainville, Le Champlain, Le Commandant Charcot, Le Dumont D'urville, Le Jacques Cartier, Le Laperouse, Le Lyrial, Le Paul Gauguin, Le Ponant, Le Soleal
4th Opera Festival at Sea - Europe, Mediterranean
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Ancient jewels of the Mediterranean - Mediterranean
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Antique wonders of the Aegean - Istanbul to Athens - Mediterranean
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At the heart Of The Greek Islands - Mediterranean
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At the heart Of The Greek Islands - Mediterranean
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Baffin Bay secrets - Polar Regions
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Buenos Aires to Las Palmas - Transatlantic
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Cities and splendours of the Adriatic - Europe, Mediterranean
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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea - Mediterranean
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Cruising the Mediterranean - Europe
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Culture and islands of the Mediterranean - Mediterranean
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Discovering Southern Spain and Portugal - Mediterranean
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Emblematic Antarctica - Antarctica
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Emblematic Antarctica - Ushuaia to Ushuaia - Polar Regions
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Emblematic Antarctica Ushuaia - Ushuaia - Antarctica
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Expedition to the Thule Region - Polar Regions
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Expedition to the edge of the Ice Sheet - Europe, North America
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Festival at Sea - Valletta to Antalya - Mediterranean
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From Malta to the Adriatic coast - Europe, Mediterranean
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From the English Channel to the Irish Sea - United Kingdom
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From the city of gods to the canals of Venice - Mediterranean
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Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavík - United Kingdom, Polar Regions
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Icelandic mosaic Reykjavík - Reykjavík - Polar Regions
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Icelandic nature and traditions - Polar Regions
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In the heart of the Northwest Passage - Alaska
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula - Polar Regions
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula - Polar Regions
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula - South America, Antarctica
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Lisbon - Canaries, Europe
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Lisbon - Honfleur - Europe, Transatlantic
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Lisbon to Buenos Aires - Europe, Transatlantic
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Natural wonders and cultural jewels of Dalmatia - Europe, Mediterranean
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Secrets of the Iberian Peninsula - Europe, Mediterranean, Iberian Peninsula
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The Canaries, lands of contrast - Canaries
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The Great Austral Loop - Polar Regions
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The White Continent – with Smithsonian Journeys - Antarctica
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The best of Chilean Fjords - Valparaiso to Ushuaia - South America
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The best of Chilean Fjords Valparaiso - Ushuaia - South America
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The jewels of the Aegean - Mediterranean
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The jewels of the Aegean - Mediterranean
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Wild Nature between Argentina and the Falkland Isl - South America, Polar Regions
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Wilderness from Greenland to East Coast of Canada - North America
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