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Le Boréal

Le Boréal

The French-flagged Le Boréal blends five-star French art de vivre with true expedition capability. Hosting just 264 guests (capped at 200 in Antarctica), the yacht offers the conviviality of a private club and the agility needed for deep-field Zodiac landings. Nearly every one of her 132 accommodations opens onto a private balcony, while panoramic lounges and broad teak promenades keep glaciers, penguins, and polar sunsets always in view. An Ice Class 1C hull, Bureau Veritas “Clean Ship” notation, and a dynamic-positioning system prove that responsible exploration and high luxury can share the same wake.

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Ship Statistics

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2010

Launch Year

10944

Gross Tonnes

142

Length

18

Width

EUR

Currency

14

Max Speed (Knots)

264

Capacity

145

Crew

132

Cabins

Facilities

Accommodation

Interiors evoke contemporary French chic—blond wood, taupe textiles, and floor-to-ceiling glass that draws the horizon indoors. Every accommodation offers a marble bath with shower, king-or-twin bedding, espresso machine, entertainment system, and 24-hour room service; 95 % feature a private teak-furnished balcony for personal wildlife watching.

Stateroom & Suite Categories

  • Owner’s Suite (≈ 45 m² / 484 ft²) — Forward on Deck 6; panoramic lounge-dining area, butler service, and a 12 m² (129 ft²) terrace.
  • Prestige Suite (≈ 37 m² / 398 ft²) — Two inter-connecting Prestige Staterooms form a spacious bedroom–salon with dual bathrooms and extended balcony.
  • Privilege Suite (≈ 30 m² / 323 ft²) — Aft-corner location with wrap-around balcony, walk-in wardrobe, and convertible sofa for a third guest.
  • Deluxe Suite (≈ 27 m² / 290 ft²) — Separate sitting room, generous teak terrace, and complimentary laundry service.
  • Prestige Stateroom (≈ 18 m² / 194 ft²) — Located on Decks 4–6; features floor-to-ceiling glass doors and a teak-furnished balcony.
  • Deluxe Stateroom (≈ 18 m² / 194 ft²) — Balcony staterooms situated on Deck 3, close to the expedition marina platform.
  • Superior Stateroom (≈ 21 m² / 226 ft²) — Spacious cabin on Deck 3 with large picture window; ideal for guests preferring enclosed views and mid-ship stability.
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Dining

Culinary Philosophy

Ponant follows a “haute cuisine meets terroir” ethos: Brittany lobster one night, Patagonia-raised lamb the next, all paired with a cellar of prestigious French appellations. Flexible open seating encourages relaxed conversation between guests and expedition guides.

Restaurants & Bars

  • La Licorne — Gastronomic Restaurant — 268-seat, white-linen venue serving refined French classics at dinner and lavish buffets at breakfast and lunch.
  • La Boussole — Grill Restaurant — Indoor-outdoor space for relaxed breakfasts, themed buffets, and al-fresco barbecue evenings.
  • Main Lounge — Coffee and viennoiseries at dawn; live-music cocktails and dancing after dark.
  • Panoramic Lounge — 180° glass walls, library nook, resident mixologist, and direct access to a terrace.
  • Exterior Bar — Pool-side smoothies by day and Champagne sunsets beneath the midnight sun.
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Onboard Facilities

Subtle grays, cream leather, and blond teak create a yacht-club ambience, while floor-to-ceiling glazing blurs the line between ship and seascape. Indoor venues flow onto broad terraces, reinforcing an “inside-outside” philosophy.

Indoor & Outdoor Spaces

  • Main Lounge — 2,740 ft² gathering spot with tea room, bar, live music, and terrace seating.
  • Theatre — 250-seat auditorium for lectures, concerts, and film nights.
  • Sothys Spa & Hammam — Sea-view treatment rooms, balneotherapy suite, and complimentary hammam.
  • Fitness Studio — Cardio and strength zone with panoramic windows.
  • Ponant Studio & Kids Club — Photo-video center plus games area with Wii™ and PS4™.
  • Panoramic Lounge & Terrace — Library, internet corner, and evening entertainment with sweeping views.
  • Heated Seawater Pool & Sun Deck — Pool flanked by loungers and the Exterior Bar.
  • Marina & Zodiac Platform — Swift embarkation point for up to 11 inflatable craft.
  • Observation Promenade — Fully encircles the ship for uninterrupted photography and wildlife spotting.
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Deck Plans

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More Information About Le Boréal

Brand Heritage

Founded in Marseille in 1988, Compagnie du Ponant pioneered French-style luxury expeditions. Delivered in 2010 as the first of the Sistership series, Le Boréal embodies Ponant’s signature blend of boutique elegance, cultural immersion, and rigorous environmental stewardship.

Design Description

At 142 m, Le Boréal couples a sleek, low-silhouette profile with an Ice Class 1C hull, retractable fin stabilizers, and fuel-efficient diesel-electric propulsion. Dynamic positioning allows the vessel to maintain station without anchoring—protecting fragile seabeds—while interiors evoke a contemporary Parisian hotel.

Unique Features

  • “Clean Ship” Certification — Advanced exhaust and wastewater systems exceed IMO standards.
  • Dynamic-Positioning System — Maintains precise location without anchors, safeguarding marine habitats.
  • Sothys-Partner Spa — Exclusive French therapies at sea.
  • High Guest-to-Crew Ratio — 145 crew for just 264 guests ensures personalized service.
  • All-Balcony Concept — 95 % of accommodations feature a private terrace.

Le Boréal´s itineraries

Emblematic Antarctica

Discover the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula on this 10-night luxury expedition aboard L’Boreal.

  • 8 days
  • Le Boréal
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