Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Le Lapérouse
Seven Seas Grandeur
Gross Tonnage
Le Lapérouse
10,000 GT
Seven Seas Grandeur
55,254 GT
Length
Le Lapérouse
131 m
Seven Seas Grandeur
224 m
Beam
Le Lapérouse
18 m
Seven Seas Grandeur
32 m
Passengers
Le Lapérouse
184
Seven Seas Grandeur
746
Crew
Le Lapérouse
110
Seven Seas Grandeur
548
Decks
Le Lapérouse
—
Seven Seas Grandeur
—
Year Built
Le Lapérouse
2,018
Seven Seas Grandeur
2,023
Space Ratio
Le Lapérouse
54.4 GT/pax
Seven Seas Grandeur
74.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Le Lapérouse
1.67 :1
Seven Seas Grandeur
1.36 :1
| Specification | Le Lapérouse | Seven Seas Grandeur |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Ponant | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
| Class | Explorer Class | Explorer Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,018 | 2,023Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 10,000 GT | 55,254 GTWinner |
| Length | 131 m | 224 mWinner |
| Beam | 18 m | 32 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 184 | 746Winner |
| Crew | 110 | 548Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 54.4 GT/pax | 74.1 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 1.67:1 | 1.36:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | VARD | Fincantieri |
| Flag | France | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9750478 | 9811286 |
Seven Seas Grandeur is the significantly larger vessel at 55,254 GT — 453% more than Le Lapérouse's 10,000 GT. Seven Seas Grandeur offers more personal space with a space ratio of 74.1 GT per passenger versus 54.4. Built in 2023, Seven Seas Grandeur is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Seven Seas Grandeur |
| Capacity | Seven Seas Grandeur |
| Modernity | Seven Seas Grandeur |
| Service | Seven Seas Grandeur |
| Spaciousness | Seven Seas Grandeur |
Bottom line: Seven Seas Grandeur wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Le Lapérouse
54 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.7:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
Seven Seas Grandeur
74 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.4:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Built in 2023 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
We may earn a commission from partner bookings at no extra cost to you.
| Draft | 4.7 m | 7.2 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
