Le Laperouse

Le Lapérouse is the lead ship of the Explorers-Class of cruise ships operated by PONANT. Each member of the class has been allocated the name of a famous French explorer, and Le Lapérouse is named after naval officer Jean-François de Galaup, Comte de Lapérouse.

Environmentally friendly, fitted with innovative equipment, and complete with lounges designed to be largely open to the exterior, this intimately sized vessel offers a unique type of cruise experience.

Onboard Experiences 

Onboard this ship sailing under the French flag, you’ll experience the incomparable pleasure of a cosily intimate cruise offering the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in chic ambiance and with five-star service.

Features include a fitness centre and sauna, hair salon, library, and luxurious spa. Enjoy common spaces that bring your voyage to life with unique venues such as The Blue Deck, a multisensorial underwater lounge, and a hydraulic platform where you can have easy access to swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. 

The 92 tastefully decorated cabins and suites benefit from light and luminosity and offer breathtaking views towards the horizon.  

Onboard Dining 

An essential component of French culture, fine cuisine rates highly onboard Le Lapérouse.

Connecting you to the sea, The Le Nautilus gastronomic restaurant opens to the exterior and serves buffets of salads, desserts, and cheeses as well as table service for a sumptuous menu of hot dishes.

Grill Restaurant offers a relaxed ambiance and atmosphere with views across the pool deck, serving grilled meats and a variety of salads and desserts.