Polar Ship Expedition

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Launching for the 2025/2026 season, the updated Expedition is a true polar glow-up — blending slick performance, creature comforts, and that classic vibe.

Extensively refurbished with new engines, upgraded common areas, and refreshed cabins with ensuite bathrooms, this adventure-ready vessel was designed to keep things cosy, capable, and close to the action.

With space for just 128 passengers, the aim is to get everyone off the ship and exploring daily (conditions permitting) — something bigger vessels simply can’t do. That means more time on land, more wildlife sightings, and way more moments you’ll never forget.

Ship Layout

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Specifications

Built: Yugoslavia, 1976 (Remodeled in 2017)

Ice class: Ice Class 1A

Length: 102 metres (331 feet)

Breadth: 16.2 metres (53 feet)

Max Draft: 4.65 metres

Gross Tonnage: 4,614 ITC

Maneuvering speed: 7 knots @ 0.19 MT/HR + 2.02 MT/day at sea Aux Fuel Consumption (MGO)

Economical service speed: 9.1 knots @ 6.28 MT/day + 2.02 MT/day at sea Aux Fuel Consumption(MGO)

Stabilizers: 2 x Sperry Gyrofin (1998), (P/S)

Passenger Group Size: 128 max

Crew: 14 expedition guides maintaining the 10:1 guest to expert ratio

Ship Cabins

Please note that all cabins will not necessarily have the same layout and surface area, nor will they be identical to the examples used in the photos.

Triple

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Located on the Main Deck

Approximately 13.5 sq. m (145 sq. ft.)

Includes 2 lower and 1 upper berth and a porthole

Ensuite bathroom with hairdryer

Lower Deck Twin

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Located on the Lower deck

Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.)

Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole

Ensuite bathroom

Main Twin Porthole

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Located on the main deck

Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.)

Includes 2 lower berths and one porthole

Ensuite bathroom

Main Twin Window

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Located on the main deck, midships (Deck 2)

Approximately 11 sq. m (115 sq. ft.)

Includes 2 lower berths and 2 windows

Ensuite bathroom

Superior

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Located on the Captain's Deck or Upper Deck

Approximately 12 sq. m (132 sq. ft.)

Includes 2 lower berths and large view window

Ensuite bathroom

Deluxe

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Located on the Captain’s Deck

Approximately 13 sq. m (144 sq. ft.)

Includes 2 lower berths and a large view window

Ensuite bathroom

Suite

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Located on the Captain’s Deck

Approximately 20 sq. m (215 sq. ft.)

Include a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), a couch and sitting area, and a large view window

Ensuite bathroom

Owners Suite

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Located on the Bridge Deck at the stern

Approximately 19 sq. m (208 sq. ft.)

Includes a double bed (comprised of 2 twin berths), large sitting area with couch

Panoramic window facing either aft or port or starboard (depending on the cabin)

Ensuite bathroom

Frequently Asked Questions

The capacity for the Expedition ship is 128 passengers. In addition, there will be at least 14 expedition experts on board — specialising in everything from ornithology to marine biology — as well as various supporting staff too.
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