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Explora IV Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking
Upcoming Southampton dates for Explora IV, and parking options that work whichever terminal your sailing uses.
Quick answer
- Terminal
- Not yet published
- Entrance
- Depends on terminal
- Next call
- Fri 30 Apr 2027Busy day: 4 ships in
- Calls in the next year
- 8
- Parking from
- £97.95 for 7 nights
Terminals can change between sailings. Always check your cruise documents. First time? Read what happens at the terminal.
Best parking for this ship
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Ship facts
- Status
- due summer 2027 (not yet in service)
- Pools
- 5
- Fuel
- LNG
- Who it's for
- Families welcome (kids' club: Nautilus Club)
What it has
- Not yet sailing: due to debut in summer 2027 as Explora Journeys' second LNG-powered ship.
- All 461 suites are ocean-front with terraces; some residences add private whirlpools.
- Five heated pools, including the adults-only Helios Pool & Bar on Deck 12.
- Seven restaurants and 12 bars and lounges, plus Shore Club on 11, a new beach-club-style venue.
- Nautilus Club has separate areas for juniors and teens.
Places to eat
- Shore Club on 11 at The Conservatory
- Anthology
- Marble & Co. Grill
- Sakura
- Med Yacht Club
- Fil Rouge
Ship facts from explorajourneys.com, Wikipedia, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check Explora Journeys' website before you sail.
Upcoming Explora IV calls at Southampton
Terminals and departure times come from the port's provisional schedule (published up to Fri 29 Jan 2027); later dates show the usual terminal. Length is worked out from the ship's next Southampton call. 6 of these calls are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Fri 30 Apr 2027, with 4 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day
Some Explora Journeys calls are mid-cruise visits rather than the start of a cruise. Check your itinerary.
| Date | Terminal | Departs | Next Southampton call | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 30 Apr 2027Busy day: 4 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 2 May 2027 | 2 nights |
| Sun 2 May 2027Busy day: 4 ships in | TBC | — | Tue 25 May 2027 | 23 nights |
| Tue 25 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Thu 10 Jun 2027 | 16 nights |
| Thu 10 Jun 2027 | TBC | — | Wed 23 Jun 2027 | 13 nights |
| Wed 23 Jun 2027 | TBC | — | Fri 9 Jul 2027 | 16 nights |
| Fri 9 Jul 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Fri 13 Aug 2027 | Long voyage |
| Fri 13 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Fri 27 Aug 2027 | 14 nights |
| Fri 27 Aug 2027Busy day: 5 ships in | TBC | — | — | — |
Explora IV: ship and parking questions
Which terminal does Explora IV use in Southampton?
The port hasn't published the terminal for Explora IV's sailings yet. Your cruise documents will confirm it.
What is Explora IV like?
Not yet sailing: due to debut in summer 2027 as Explora Journeys' second LNG-powered ship. All 461 suites are ocean-front with terraces; some residences add private whirlpools. Five heated pools, including the adults-only Helios Pool & Bar on Deck 12. Seven restaurants and 12 bars and lounges, plus Shore Club on 11, a new beach-club-style venue.
Is Explora IV good for children?
Yes. Explora IV has a kids' club (Nautilus Club). Check Explora Journeys' website for age groups and opening times.
What restaurants are on Explora IV?
Places to eat include Shore Club on 11 at The Conservatory, Anthology, Marble & Co. Grill, Sakura, Med Yacht Club and Fil Rouge. Some may cost extra.
How many pools does Explora IV have?
Explora IV has 5 pools.
Where can I park for a Explora IV cruise?
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