EXPLORA III

EXPLORA III

Explora Journeys EXPLORA III

EXPLORA III is a masterpiece of contemporary elegance, designed for discerning travellers who crave exclusivity and adventure. With only 922 guests onboard, she offers a sense of intimacy that is rarely found on ships of this calibre. Every suite boasts spectacular ocean views, spacious living areas, and personalised touches, making it a perfect retreat after a day of exploring the world’s most extraordinary destinations.

Indulge in world-class dining, rejuvenate in the spa, and enjoy bespoke shore experiences that immerse you in the local culture. EXPLORA III redefines luxury travel, ensuring every moment of your journey is unforgettable.

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Accommodations

Designed to feel like your own private yacht, EXPLORA III embodies the pinnacle of modern luxury. Her 460 suites, among the most spacious in their class, offer unparalleled comfort and elegance. Each suite is a Home at Sea, designed to offer an intimate, refined atmosphere with sweeping ocean views. Whether you're relaxing in your Ocean Terrace Suite, indulging in the space of a Penthouse, or experiencing the absolute luxury of the Owner’s Residence, you’ll enjoy premium amenities, personalised service, and the finest attention to detail. With everything you need at your fingertips, EXPLORA III ensures every moment is tailored to your desires, combining intimate relaxation with extraordinary exploration.

Explora Journeys Ocean Terrace Suite

Approx 28m² suite with 7-11m² terrace

Ocean Terrace Suites

The Ocean Terrace Suite is one of the largest entry-level suites in the luxury cruise industry, designed to offer the perfect blend of intimacy, space, and style. With oversized floor-to-ceiling windows, you’re never far from the sweeping ocean views. Each suite features a private sun terrace complete with a dining table and daybed, allowing you to feel closer to the sea as you sail through breathtaking destinations.
Inside, the suite offers a chic lounge area, a private refrigerated minibar replenished according to your preferences, and an espresso machine, perfect for starting the day or winding down in the evening. The suite’s spacious walk-in wardrobe and vanity area offer additional convenience and elegance, while the bespoke king-sized bed with fine linens guarantees a restful night’s sleep.
Relax in the suite’s luxurious bathroom, which features a walk-in shower, heated floors, and plush bathrobes. Some suites also include a bathtub, enhancing your relaxation with bespoke Mandala Blue custom toiletries and Dyson Supersonic™ hairdryers for your convenience.
Ocean Terrace Suites offer a sanctuary at sea, blending luxury with practicality for an unforgettable cruising experience.

Explora Journeys Penthouse Suite

Approx 34-47m² suite with 9-21m² terrace

Penthouse Suites

The Penthouses aboard EXPLORA III offer a seamless blend of luxury, space, and style, perfect for those who seek to entertain or unwind in ultimate comfort. Each suite features a spacious living area and a separate dining area for four, ideal for intimate dinners or gatherings. Floor-to-ceiling doors lead to a private sun terrace complete with a dining table and comfortable daybed, providing the perfect spot for relaxation at sea.
Inside, enjoy a beautifully furnished lounge area, a private refrigerated minibar stocked according to your preferences, and an espresso machine for your convenience. The suite also features a walk-in wardrobe with a seating area, ensuring every element of your stay is designed with elegance and practicality in mind.
The king-sized bed, complete with fine linens and down duvets, offers unparalleled comfort, while the spacious bathroom includes a walk-in shower, heated floors, and premium Mandala Blue toiletries. Some suites also feature a bathtub for added relaxation.
Every detail is considered to ensure your stay in the Penthouse is a truly exceptional experience at sea.

Explora Journeys Cove Residence

Approx 56-74m² suite with 14-75m² terrace

Residences

The Residences offer an unrivalled sense of home at sea, with an effortlessly elegant layout and luxury touches throughout. Each residence features a stylish living area, a dedicated workspace, and a dining area for four, making it the perfect space for both relaxation and productivity. The separate bedroom with stunning sea views and the spacious walk-in wardrobe with a seated vanity area provide the ultimate in comfort and functionality.
Designed with high-end furnishings by Molteni & C and lighting solutions by Astep, the interior is a sophisticated blend of style and comfort. The private sun terrace includes a whirlpool, dining table, and sun loungers, offering an ideal setting for guests to unwind and enjoy the ocean.
Each Residence also includes butler service provided by dedicated Residence Hosts, as well as a private refrigerated minibar replenished according to your preferences, and an espresso machine for that perfect morning brew.
With every detail considered, the Cove, Retreat, Serenity & Cocoon Residences provide the perfect home-from-home at sea, designed for ultimate relaxation and luxury.

Explora Journeys Owner's Residence

Approx 155m² suite with 125m² terrace

Owner's Residence

The Owner’s Residence is the epitome of luxury, offering the largest living space on EXPLORA III. This expansive suite features multiple harmonious indoor and outdoor spaces, designed for ultimate relaxation, entertaining, and unwinding. Guests enjoy dedicated butler services by the Residence Manager, ensuring a seamless experience.
The panoramic ocean views from the private terrace, which spans the full width of the ship’s aft, are truly awe-inspiring. The terrace features a spacious infinity whirlpool, a dining area, and lounging spaces designed by Manutti, creating the perfect environment for relaxation at sea.
Inside, the Owner’s Residence boasts an elegant living area, a dining table for eight, a spacious bedroom with sea views, and a luxurious marble bathroom featuring both a bathtub and separate shower, a private steam room, and a walk-in wardrobe. Sophisticated furnishings by Knoll and Molteni & C, and lighting by Astep, create a refined atmosphere throughout.
Every detail of the Owner’s Residence is curated with sustainability in mind, while offering a truly indulgent and elegant sanctuary at sea.

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Ship facts

Maiden voyage2026
Guests922
Crew640
Decks13
Width
32
m
Length
248
m
Size
63900
GT
Speed
18
kn

EXPLORA III

Explora III, the third in Explora Journeys’ luxury cruise series, combines guest-centric design with home-like comfort. Created with top superyacht designers, it showcases Swiss precision and European craftsmanship. Features include four pools (one with a retractable roof), 27,000+ square feet of outdoor space, 64 private cabanas, hot tubs, and a large LED screen for starlit movie nights.

Entertainment

Enjoy 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances. Whether you love relaxing, enjoying a drink with other cruisers or a dip in the pool, there's something onboard for everyone.
Lobby Bar - a centrally-located social bar and lounge

Entertainment

Enjoy 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances. Whether you love relaxing, enjoying a drink with other cruisers or a dip in the pool, there's something onboard for everyone.

Lobby Bar - a centrally-located social bar and lounge

Enjoy a cocktail at the Helios Pool Bar

Entertainment

Enjoy 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances. Whether you love relaxing, enjoying a drink with other cruisers or a dip in the pool, there's something onboard for everyone.

Enjoy a cocktail at the Helios Pool Bar

The Shore Club

Entertainment

Enjoy 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances. Whether you love relaxing, enjoying a drink with other cruisers or a dip in the pool, there's something onboard for everyone.

The Shore Club

Explora Lounge

Entertainment

Enjoy 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances. Whether you love relaxing, enjoying a drink with other cruisers or a dip in the pool, there's something onboard for everyone.

Explora Lounge

The Cigar Lounge

Entertainment

Enjoy 12 indoor and outdoor bar and lounge experiences with curated entertainment and intimate performances. Whether you love relaxing, enjoying a drink with other cruisers or a dip in the pool, there's something onboard for everyone.

The Cigar Lounge

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.
Atoll Pool & Bar - an intimate pool with a chilled vibe

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.

Atoll Pool & Bar - an intimate pool with a chilled vibe

The Conservatory reveals a calm and spacious expression of the all-weather pool and lounge

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.

The Conservatory reveals a calm and spacious expression of the all-weather pool and lounge

The Conservatory

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.

The Conservatory

The Nautilus Club, a dedicated space for young people

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.

The Nautilus Club, a dedicated space for young people

The Nautilus Club

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.

The Nautilus Club

Activities

Generous outdoor decks will boast more than 2,500 sqm delivering stunning views of the sea, with 64 private cabanas across 3 outdoor pools.

Food & Drink

The ship offers nine restaurants with flexible dining times, nine distinct inclusive culinary experiences focused on healthy, delicious food from local and sustainable sources.
Fil Rouge is a French-inspired international cuisine

Food & Drink

The ship offers nine restaurants with flexible dining times, nine distinct inclusive culinary experiences focused on healthy, delicious food from local and sustainable sources.

Fil Rouge is a French-inspired international cuisine

Anthology offers menus curated by the world’s most celebrated chefs

Food & Drink

The ship offers nine restaurants with flexible dining times, nine distinct inclusive culinary experiences focused on healthy, delicious food from local and sustainable sources.

Anthology offers menus curated by the world’s most celebrated chefs

Marble & Co. Grill is a redefined European steakhouse experience

Food & Drink

The ship offers nine restaurants with flexible dining times, nine distinct inclusive culinary experiences focused on healthy, delicious food from local and sustainable sources.

Marble & Co. Grill is a redefined European steakhouse experience

Sakura is an authentic dining experience offering the finest Pan-Asian cuisine

Food & Drink

The ship offers nine restaurants with flexible dining times, nine distinct inclusive culinary experiences focused on healthy, delicious food from local and sustainable sources.

Sakura is an authentic dining experience offering the finest Pan-Asian cuisine

All-day dining at the Emporium Marketplace

Food & Drink

The ship offers nine restaurants with flexible dining times, nine distinct inclusive culinary experiences focused on healthy, delicious food from local and sustainable sources.

All-day dining at the Emporium Marketplace

Body & Soul

The ship provides ideal spaces to relax, with three outdoor pools, an indoor pool with a retractable roof, and 64 private cabanas. Enjoy the thermal area, nine treatment rooms, a beauty salon, and 270+ sqm of modern fitness facilities, including a studio for training and a panoramic running track.
The Conservatory is the indoor pool with a retractable glass roof

Body & Soul

The ship provides ideal spaces to relax, with three outdoor pools, an indoor pool with a retractable roof, and 64 private cabanas. Enjoy the thermal area, nine treatment rooms, a beauty salon, and 270+ sqm of modern fitness facilities, including a studio for training and a panoramic running track.

The Conservatory is the indoor pool with a retractable glass roof

Helios Pool & Bar - a panoramic adults-only pool and lounge experience

Body & Soul

The ship provides ideal spaces to relax, with three outdoor pools, an indoor pool with a retractable roof, and 64 private cabanas. Enjoy the thermal area, nine treatment rooms, a beauty salon, and 270+ sqm of modern fitness facilities, including a studio for training and a panoramic running track.

Helios Pool & Bar - a panoramic adults-only pool and lounge experience

The design the suites has been developed in collaboration with De Jorio and the architectural and interior design studio NenMar

Body & Soul

The ship provides ideal spaces to relax, with three outdoor pools, an indoor pool with a retractable roof, and 64 private cabanas. Enjoy the thermal area, nine treatment rooms, a beauty salon, and 270+ sqm of modern fitness facilities, including a studio for training and a panoramic running track.

The design the suites has been developed in collaboration with De Jorio and the architectural and interior design studio NenMar

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