L'Austral
L'Austral
L'Austral
L'Austral
L'Austral
L'Austral
L'Austral: Visit Antarctica from one of the must luxurious vessels available
Days: 11, 16 or 17 | From: $13,310/per person
This superb mega-yacht (sister ship to the Le Boreal, Le Lyrial, & Le Soleal), with 132 staterooms, was designed in France and built in Italy. 95% of the staterooms and suites have a private balcony and life aboard is relaxed and refined. The ship captures the best of the French art of living, giving passengers the unique experience of feeling one is aboard a private yacht. This is one of the most luxurious ships cruising to Antarctica.
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Vessel Information
Accommodations
132 staterooms and suites
Owner's Suite - 484 sq. feet plus private balcony
Prestige Suites - 398 sq. feet plus private balcony
Prestige Staterooms - 200 sq. feet plus private balcony
Deluxe Suites - 290 sq. feet plus private balcony
Deluxe Staterooms - 200 sq. feet plus private balcony
Superior Staterooms - 226 sq. feet
Vessel Specifications
Staff & Crew: 140
Guests: 264
Length: 466 feet
Width: 59 feet
Draft: 15.3 feet
Cruising Speed: 14 knots
Ice Class: 1C
Gross Tonnage: 10,944
Stabilizers: 13.1 feet long x 4.7 feet wide
Itineraries & Pricing
The Great Austral Loop (16 days)
Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina
Day 2
At Sea
Day 3
Falkland Islands
Days 4 & 5
At Sea
Days 7 to 8
South Georgia
Days 9 & 10
At Sea
Days 11 to 13
Antarctica & South Shetland Islands
Days 14 & 15
Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 16
Disembarkation in Ushuaia
Emblematic Antarctica (11 days)
Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina
Days 2 & 3
Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 8
Antarctica & South Shetland Islands
Days 9 & 10
Crossing the Drake Passage
Day 11
Disembarkation in Ushuaia
The Great Adventure (16 days)
Day 1
Ushuaia, Argentina
Days 2 & 3
Crossing the Drake Passage
Days 4 to 6
Antarctica & South Shetland Islands
Days 7 & 8
At Sea
Days 9 to 11
South Georgia
Days 12 to 15
South Georgia
Day 16
Disembarkation in Montevideo
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Displayed itineraries are just summaries. Our travel specialists will help you select the best cruise based on your interests, timing and budget.
Pricing
Pricing varies based on departure date, trip length, and cabin type. Listed pricing is per person, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted) and subject to change. Please contact us for current pricing and availability.
Included: All meals onboard, guides & activities
Not included: International airfare, domestic airfare, gratuities, adventure activities such as sea kayaking or camping
2019-2020 Season
| Dates | Itinerary | Days | Superior Stateroom | Deluxe Stateroom | Prestige Deck 4 | Prestige Deck 5 | Prestige Deck 6 | Deluxe Suite | Prestige Deck 5 Suite | Prestige Deck 6 Suite | Owner’s Suite |
| Nov 15 – 30, 2019 | The Great Austral Loop | 16 | $16,730 | $17,930 | $19,890 | $20,810 | $21,760 | $29,810 | $34,590 | $36,240 | $41,430 |
| Dec 10 – 20, 2019 | Antarctica & Climate Change | 11 | $13,910 | $14,840 | $16,370 | $17,070 | $17,820 | $24,080 | $27,820 | $29,090 | $33,140 |
| Dec 20, 2019 – Jan 5, 2020 | Christmas & New Year | 17 | $21,390 | $22,960 | $25,520 | $26,710 | $27,960 | $38,490 | $44,750 | $46,900 | $53,690 |
| Jan 5 – 15, 2020 | Emblematic Antarctica | 11 | $13,310 | $14,240 | $15,770 | $16,470 | $17,220 | $23,480 | $27,220 | $28,490 | $32,540 |
| Feb 18 – 28, 2020 | Emblematic Antarctica | 11 | $13,310 | $14,240 | $15,770 | $16,470 | $17,220 | $23,480 | $27,220 | $28,490 | $32,540 |
| Feb 28 – Mar 14, 2020 | The Great Adventure | 16 | $13,940 | $14,970 | $16,630 | $17,400 | $18,220 | $25,030 | $29,090 | $30,490 | $34,890 |
2020-2021 Season
| Dates | Itinerary | Days | Superior Stateroom | Deluxe Stateroom | Prestige Deck 4 | Prestige Deck 5 | Prestige Deck 6 | Deluxe Suite | Prestige Deck 5 Suite | Prestige Deck 6 Suite | Owner’s Suite |
| Nov 28 – Dec 8, 2020 | Emblematic Antarctica | 11 | $13,570 | $14,520 | $23,750 | $16,040 | $16,750 | $17,490 | $25,700 | $26,890 | $32,900 |
| Dec 8 – 18, 2020 | Emblematic Antarctica | 11 | $13,570 | $14,520 | $23,750 | $16,040 | $16,750 | $17,490 | $25,700 | $26,890 | $32,900 |
| Dec 18 – 28, 2020 | Christmas in Antarctica | 11 | $13,570 | $14,520 | $23,750 | $16,040 | $16,750 | $17,490 | $25,700 | $26,890 | $32,900 |
| Jan 19 – Feb 3, 2021 | The Great Austral Loop | 16 | $17,010 | $18,210 | $30,080 | $20,170 | $21,080 | $22,050 | $32,570 | $34,100 | $41,830 |
| Mar 4 – 19, 2021 | The Great Adventure | 16 | $14,250 | $15,270 | $25,340 | $16,920 | $17,700 | $18,510 | $27,440 | $28,740 | $35,280 |
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