Signature highlights
Intimate 264-guest format, 132 staterooms and suites, swimming pool, observation areas, theatre, lounges, and access to destinations suited to smaller ships.
Le Boreal
Le Boreal is a 264-guest Tauck cruise ship, in service since 2010. This page lists 4 upcoming departures across 1 itinerary, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Travelers who prefer small ships
✓ Guests wanting mostly balcony accommodations
✓ Adults seeking lectures and performances
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Le Boreal at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 46%
A small ship at 10,944 gross tons — #303 of 566 ships we track. 41 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers who prefer small ships
- Guests wanting mostly balcony accommodations
- Adults seeking lectures and performances
- Cruisers who value included dining and drinks
- Travelers interested in wellness facilities
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting extensive nightlife
- Families seeking a dedicated kids facility
- Guests needing many indoor entertainment venues
- Cruisers preferring large shopping complexes
- Travelers seeking numerous specialty restaurants
Live Position ● 2 weeks ago
Heading to: ESLPA
8.9 knots
Under Way Using Engine
Position data may be outdated.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Le Boreal
Le Boréal is a small French expedition-style cruise ship operated by PONANT and also marketed to Tauck guests. Built by Fincantieri in 2010, it carries up to 264 passengers in 132 ocean-view staterooms and suites. Its compact scale is suited to expedition cruising and smaller ports, while its design emphasizes French-influenced interiors, open-deck viewing areas, and a comparatively high crew-to-guest ratio.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Compagnie du Ponant (PONANT)
- Builder / shipyard
- Fincantieri, Ancona, Italy
- Registry / flag
- France
- Call sign
- FLSY
- IMO number
- 9502506
- MMSI
- 578000500
- Draft
- 4.7 m
Onboard Experience
For families
No dedicated children's facilities or family program were identified in the reviewed operator and partner materials.
Pools, spa & wellness
Spa services, sauna, fitness room, beauty or hairdressing services, and massage treatments are available onboard.
Accessibility
Elevators serve the passenger decks, according to Tauck's ship specifications; detailed accessible-cabin information should be confirmed directly with PONANT.
Environmental features
PONANT describes Le Boréal as incorporating environmental technologies deployed when the ship was built and states that the company has continued improving the vessel's environmental performance.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 7 · Deck 7
Open Air Bar Bar Zodiac Sun DeckDeck 6 · Deck 6
The Restaurant Compass Grill Panoramic Lounge Pool Buffet Internet Library Bar Panoramic Terrace Upper decks balcony stateroom Deluxe Suite Prestige Suite Owner's SuiteDeck 5 · Deck 5
Fitness room Balneo Hammam Showers Hairdresser Massage Photo Desk Leisure Area Bridge Upper decks balcony stateroom Prestige SuiteDeck 4 · Deck 4
Theatre Upper decks balcony stateroomDeck 3 · Deck 3
Main Lounge Dance Floor Bar Shop Excursion Desk Reception Desk Medical Center Window or Porthole Stateroom Lower deck balcony stateroomDeck 2 · Deck 2
The Restaurant MarinaCabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Balcony | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Window or Porthole StateroomSold as the Superior Stateroom category; no balcony. | Oceanview | 8 | 225 sq ft | — | 3 | 3 |
| Lower deck balcony stateroomSold as the Deluxe Stateroom category. | Balcony | 28 | 190 sq ft | 45 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Upper decks balcony stateroomSold as the Prestige Stateroom category. | Balcony | 92 | 190 sq ft | 45 sq ft | 2 | 4, 5, 6 |
| Deluxe Suite | Suite | 3 | 290 sq ft | 55 sq ft | 2 | 6 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
The Restaurant
Included
The ship's main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Marina
Included
A casual dining venue serving buffet-style meals and informal dinners.
Compass Grill
Included
An informal grill restaurant serving casual meals.
Bars & lounges
Main Lounge
Varies
The principal lounge and social gathering space with bar service.
Club Lounge
Varies
A smaller lounge with bar service.
Panoramic Lounge
Varies
A lounge with broad exterior views and bar service.
Open Air Bar
Varies
An outdoor bar on the upper sun deck.
History & sister ships
- 2010Entered service, built by Fincantieri, Ancona, Italy.
- 2018The ship underwent a refurbishment; the specific onboard changes are not confirmed.
Other Le Boréal class ships
Where Le Boreal sails, month by month
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Explore This Ship
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Itineraries & Sailings
10 Nights
Antarctica
Next: Jan 6, 2027
4 upcoming departures
All 1 itinerary and their departure dates
- Antarctica 6 Jan 2027, 16 Jan 2027, 26 Jan 2027, 5 Feb 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 6, 2027 | Jan 16, 2027 | Antarctica | 10 | Book → | |
| Jan 16, 2027 | Jan 26, 2027 | Antarctica | 10 | Book → | |
| Jan 26, 2027 | Feb 5, 2027 | Antarctica | 10 | Book → | |
| Feb 5, 2027 | Feb 15, 2027 | Antarctica | 10 | Book → |
Le Boreal FAQ
What flag does Le Boreal sail under?
Le Boreal is registered in France.
How many passengers does Le Boreal hold?
Le Boreal carries about 264 guests with roughly 145 crew.
How old is Le Boreal?
Le Boreal entered service in 2010.
How big is Le Boreal?
At 10,944 gross tons and 142 m long, Le Boreal is a small ship — larger than 46% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Le Boréal?
Ponant recommends casual-elegant clothing, with cocktail attire for gala evenings and white or black-and-white clothing for the officers' evening. Shorts and bermuda shorts are not permitted in the evening at gourmet restaurants.
Are dining and drinks included on Le Boréal?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. The Open Bar includes a selection of mineral water, soft drinks, wines, beer, champagne, spirits, coffee and tea; premium alcoholic beverages may cost extra.
Is Wi-Fi included on Le Boréal?
Wi-Fi is included in the cruise fare in staterooms and common areas. Connection quality can vary with the ship's location and navigation conditions.
Are gratuities mandatory on Le Boréal?
Gratuities are left to each guest's discretion rather than being mandatory.
Does Le Boréal have accessible staterooms?
Three specially designed accessible staterooms are identified on decks 3, 4 and 5. Guests must be able to travel independently or with a companion who can provide necessary assistance.
Can children sail on Le Boréal?
Children are permitted subject to Ponant's age and voyage rules. On expedition cruises, children must generally be at least six years old and independently able to follow instructions during Zodiac landings.