Signature highlights
An intimate expedition ship with a marina platform for Zodiac embarkation, nine Zodiacs, panoramic observation areas, and the Blue Eye underwater lounge.
Le Lapérouse
Le Lapérouse is an 184-guest PONANT cruise ship, in service since 2018. This page lists 58 upcoming departures across 47 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
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Le Lapérouse at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 44%
A small expedition-size ship at 9,976 gross tons — #308 of 565 ships we track. 54 tons of ship per guest.
Live Position ● 49 minutes ago
Heading to: PortimaoCurrently on: Lisbon to the Canary Islands by Sea: Spain, Morocco, & Atlantic Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys (13 nights) — Currently at Lisbon (Portugal)
Coming up
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria end of cruise
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About Le Lapérouse
Le Lapérouse is the lead ship of PONANT’s small-ship Explorers series, designed for luxury expedition cruising in remote destinations. The 184-guest vessel has 92 balcony staterooms and suites, an intimate yacht-like atmosphere, and a high crew-to-guest ratio. Its expedition-focused design includes a marina platform for Zodiac operations, reinforced ice-class construction, and the distinctive Blue Eye underwater lounge. French-inspired dining, multiple lounges, a theatre, pool, spa, fitness area, and panoramic observation spaces round out the onboard experience.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- PONANT
- Builder / shipyard
- VARD Tulcea, Romania (hull); VARD Søviknes, Norway (outfitting)
- Registry / flag
- France (Wallis and Futuna)
- Call sign
- FLBD
- IMO number
- 9814026
- MMSI
- 578000900
- Draft
- 4.7 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
French-inspired cuisine is served in the main restaurant, with an additional outdoor or casual dining option at the Grill.
Entertainment
The ship offers lectures and presentations, live shows, concerts, a theatre, lounges, a library, and an underwater audiovisual experience in Blue Eye.
Staterooms & suites
All 92 staterooms and suites are designed with outside views and balconies or private terraces. Categories include balcony staterooms, Deluxe, Prestige, Privilege, Grand Deluxe, and Owner’s suites.
For families
The ship is primarily designed for adults and expedition travelers; selected accommodations can sleep up to three or four guests, and connecting options may be available by category.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a spa, treatment rooms, sauna, hair salon, fitness room, and pool with panoramic views.
Accessibility
PONANT lists two ADA staterooms and accessible facilities at reception and other common areas.
Environmental features
The vessel incorporates environmental technologies associated with its expedition design, including diesel-electric propulsion and a 1C ice-class hull. PONANT states that it continues to enhance the ship’s environmental performance.
History & sister ships
Other PONANT Explorers ships
Where Le Lapérouse sails, month by month
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| Mediterranean | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Caribbean | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Africa & Middle East | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mexico & Pacific Coast | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
8 Nights
Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights: Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys
All 47 itineraries and their departure dates
- A Circumnavigation of Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys 15 Oct 2027
- Adventure in the Bissagos Islands 11 Nov 2026, 19 Nov 2026
- Ancient cities of Greece and Italy 5 Jan 2028
- Ancient shores of the Mediterranean 12 Jan 2028
- Ancient shores of the Mediterranean 23 Oct 2027
- Ancient shores of the Mediterranean 1 Nov 2027
- Ancient Treasures of the Mediterranean 10 Nov 2027, 17 Nov 2027, 8 Dec 2027, 15 Dec 2027
- Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights: Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys 7 Oct 2027
- At the heart of the Greek islands 25 Aug 2027
- Baltic shores and Hanseatic cities 30 Jun 2028
- Central America Jewels & Panama Canal 5 Mar 2027
- Central America Jewels & Panama Canal 15 Jan 2027, 26 Feb 2027
- Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean – with Smithsonian Journeys 8 Sep 2027
- Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys 22 Jun 2028, 12 Jul 2028
- Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys 12 Aug 2028
- Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys 31 May 2027
- Eastern lights and islands of the Aegean Sea 24 Nov 2027, 22 Dec 2027
- Eastern lights and islands of the Aegean Sea 1 Dec 2027, 29 Dec 2027
- From Ireland to Scotland: A Journey through Celtic Lands 19 Apr 2028
- From Scotland to Ireland: A Journey through Celtic Lands 12 Apr 2028
- From the Arctic Circle to the Scottish Isles 2 Apr 2028
- Iberian Peninsula and Mediterranean jewels 7 Aug 2027
- Jazz Festival, between Moroccan shores and Iberian landscapes 20 Jan 2028
- Lisbon to the Canary Islands by Sea: Spain, Morocco, & Atlantic Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys 30 Oct 2028
- Nordic Sea Treasures 21 Feb 2028
- Norwegian fjords 7 Jun 2027
- Norwegian fjords 10 May 2028, 5 Aug 2028, 19 Aug 2028
- Ocean Voyage: Dakar - Fort-de-France 27 Nov 2026
- Ocean Voyage: Fort de France - Santa Cruz de Tenerife 3 Apr 2027
- Pacific Coast of Costa Rica 29 Dec 2026
- Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys 19 Feb 2027
- Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands 12 Mar 2027
- Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands 7 Dec 2026
- Peaceful islands and ancient treasures of the Mediterranean 17 Aug 2027
- Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys 24 May 2027
- Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys 26 Aug 2028
- Secret Scandinavia 17 May 2028, 28 Jul 2028
- Secrets of Central America 19 Dec 2026
- Secrets of Central America 5 Jan 2027
- Summer Escapes: From the North Sea to the Iberian Peninsula 19 Jul 2027
- The Canaries, lands of contrast 25 Oct 2026
- The Iberian Peninsula and Fortified cities of the Atlantic 22 Apr 2027
- Total solar eclipse between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic 30 Jul 2027
- Tribute to Maria Callas 29 Sep 2027
- Volcanic islands and historic cities of the North Atlantic 13 Apr 2027
- Volcanic landscapes from Canary Islands to Cape Verde 1 Nov 2026
- Wild Scotland and mythical islands 26 Apr 2028
All Upcoming Departures
Le Lapérouse FAQ
What flag does Le Lapérouse sail under?
Le Lapérouse is registered in France (Wallis and Futuna).
How many passengers does Le Lapérouse hold?
Le Lapérouse carries about 184 guests with roughly 118 crew.
How old is Le Lapérouse?
Le Lapérouse entered service in 2018.
How big is Le Lapérouse?
At 9,976 gross tons and 131 m long, Le Lapérouse is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 44% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.