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MS Spitsbergen
MS Spitsbergen
MS Spitsbergen
MS Spitsbergen
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MS Spitsbergen is named after the crown jewel of Arctic Norway – the Svalbard archipelago and its biggest island, Spitsbergen. MS Spitsbergen cruises along the Norwegian coast from September to May, and becomes part of our global Explorer sailings during the rest of the year.

After complete reconstruction, MS Spitsbergen joined the fleet in 2016. The ship features high technical standards as well as comfortable, modern public areas and cabins. MS Spitsbergen’s size and agility brings its guests close to natural and cultural wonders on expeditions enhanced by our onboard lecture and science programs. MS Spitsbergen is the true specialist in Arctic waters and the circumnavigation of Svalbard, and is the ideal ship to help you maximize your Arctic experience. MS Spitsbergen’s interior is characterized by a modern and fresh Scandinavian design, with colors that reflect the palette of the sea.

Facilities on the ship include: Explorer bar, Panoramic lounge – Explorer lounge, Compass Service Centre, Brygga bistro, Shop, Torget main dining, Wi-Fi, Sauna, Fitness room, Lift, Hot tub, Guest launderette, Panoramic deck 8 and outside bar for events on decks 7 & 8 etc.

Features

  • Passengers: 243 (180 for Svalbard)

  • Length: 100.54 meters (330 ft)

  • Breadth: 18 meters (59 ft)

  • Ice class: 1C

  • Tonnage: 7,344 GT

  • Speed: 14.5 knots

Accomodation Details

Expedition Suite - Owner Suite (MX)

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  • Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and all with double beds. Some of the suites have more facilities than others. 

  • An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.

  • These exclusive suites on the upper deck have a double bed, a separated seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, minibar, bathrooms with shower/WC, and a spacious private balcony.

Expedition Suite - Grand Suite (MG)

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  • Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and all with double beds. Some of the suites have more facilities than others. 

  • An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.

  • These exclusive suites on the upper deck have one large room, a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, bathrooms with shower/WC, complimentary internet access, minibar and private balcony.

Expedition Suite - Mini Suite for 2 (Q2)

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  • Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and all with double beds. Some of the suites have more facilities than others. 

  • An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.

  • This mini suite for up to two people on lower deck have double bed, TV, window, and bathroom with shower/WC.

  • 178-242 sq ft

Arctic Superior - Upper Deck for 2-4 Paxs (QJ)

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  • Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins all have double beds, bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. All the cabins have individual specifications.

  • These large, comfortable cabins for two or four people on the upper deck have double beds and bathrooms with shower and WC. Some cabins have four single beds also have upper and lower berths and have TV. The cabins have limited or no view.

  • 155-166 sq ft

Arctic Superior - Outside Cabin for 2 (P2D)

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  • Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins all have double beds, bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. All the cabins have individual specifications.

  • Outside Arctic Superior cabin with double bed, TV and kettle. Window view is party obstructed.

Arctic Superior - Outside Cabin for 2 (U2D)

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  • Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, the cabins all have double beds, bathrooms with shower and WC. They are also equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. All the cabins have individual specifications.

  • Smaller Outside Arctic Superior cabin with double bed, TV, table and kettle

  • 120-144 sq ft

Polar Outside - Lower Deck for 2 (A2)

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  • Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower deck sand all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds, while others offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. 

  • These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have bathrooms with shower/WC. All cabins have upper and lower berths.

  • 106-136 sq ft

Polar Outside - Middle Deck for 2 (AJ)

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  • Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower deck sand all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds, while others offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. 

  • These outside cabins for up to two people on the middle and upper decks have bathrooms with shower/WC, upper and lower berths, and a limited view.

Polar Outside - Middle Deck for 3 (J3)

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  • Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower deck sand all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds, while others offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. 

  • These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the middle deck have separate beds and bathrooms with shower/WC. The cabins have limited or no view.

  • 118-129 sq ft

Polar Outside - Outside Cabin for 2 (O2D)

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  • Our Polar outside cabins are situated mostly on the middle or lower deck sand all have bathrooms with shower/WC. Most have double beds, while others offer separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. 

  • Outside cabin with double bed, TV and window.

  • 145-148 sq ft

Polar Inside - Inside Cabin for 2 (I2D)

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  • Our cosy Polar Inside cabins can be found on all decks. All cabins include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have double beds, while some are equipped with separate beds where one doubles as a sofa or upper and lower berths.

  • Inside cabin with double bed and TV for up to two people.

  • 104-120 sq ft

Polar Inside - Large Inside Cabin for 2 (K2D)

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  • Our cosy Polar Inside cabins can be found on all decks. All cabins include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have double beds, while some are equipped with separate beds where one doubles as a sofa or upper and lower berths.

  • Spacious inside cabin with double bed and TV for up to two people.

  • 167-210 sq ft

Polar Inside - Superior Inside Cabin for 4 (K4D)

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  • Our cosy Polar Inside cabins can be found on all decks. All cabins include bathrooms with shower/WC. Most of the cabins have double beds, while some are equipped with separate beds where one doubles as a sofa or upper and lower berths.

  • Spacious inside cabin for four travellers, with one double bed and TV.

  • 161-215 sq ft

Deck Plan

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