MS Maud
A name and ship steeped in history, heritage, and charm. MS Maud is named after one of the most famous polar vessels of all time, Roald Amundsen's 'Maud' from 1917. Today's MS Maud is equipped with advanced technology making her well-suited for polar expeditions.
Highlights
About the ship
A Small Ship, Big Adventure! From the moment you step onboard MS Maud, we want you to relax, discover new places, and learn fascinating facts. Whether you're ready to say hello to your inner scientist in our advanced Science Center or indulge your inner foodie in one of three restaurants onboard. This floating basecamp will be your home away from home as you explore the world around you.
Ship features
This floating basecamp will be your home away from home as you explore the world around you. MS Maud has everything you need, ensuring you are ready to discover a world away from ordinary. It's the perfect size ship: big enough for a range of onboard facilities but small enough to sail close to the coast for breathtaking views and to access areas larger ships can't reach.
Welcome aboard
Ready to explore the world onboard MS Maud?
With our Price Promise across 2024/2025 departures, discounted departures across various destinations, and No Single Supplement – there’s never been a better time to make the most of one of our amazing offers.
Your floating base camp
A place of tranquillity and comfort to return to, MS Maud has the perfect blend of Scandinavian style and homely comforts to refresh you anew each time you return from your explorations.
Interior and Cabins
Her bright interiors are appointed in a classic Art Deco style. Like all Hurtigruten Expeditions ships, MS Maud is an environmentally progressive vessel, with further plans to continue making improvements in an effort to reduce emissions and fuel consumption.
Explorer lounge & bar
Situated at the front of the ship, the explorer bar and lounge provides a relaxing environment to unwind at the end of an adventurous day. With its floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic views of the breathtaking landscapes, this is the ideal spot to enjoy a drink prepared by our highly skilled and friendly bartenders.
The Science Center
Unlock your inner scientist! Found on deck 5, the Science Center is a hive of active research, analysis, and learning. Throughout your voyage, there will be multiple opportunities to get involved with Citizen Science projects and build a better understanding of the destinations we explore.
A Culinary Expedition
Wonderful meals await you aboard your expedition ship. Highly skilled chefs in our three onboard restaurants take pride in offering menus that draw inspiration from our destinations, while offering you a rich variety to choose from.
Lindstrøm
Adolf Lindstrøm was the chef on Otto Sverdrup and Roald Amundsen's legendary Arctic and Antarctic expeditions. Named in his honour, Lindstrøm is our gourmet speciality restaurant onboard. Bringing a contemporary twist to fine dining, the restaurant serves exquisite meals prepared by our skilled chefs.
Fredheim
Bringing a relaxing atmosphere in which to recharge between excursions or at the end of the day, Fredheim is a great meeting place onboard. Named after the 1900s hunting station on Svalbard, Fredheim offers an informal dining experience - including the legendary milkshakes!
Aune
Named after the Norwegian ship dealer and polar expedition supplier Tinus Aune, this is our main dining room onboard MS Maud. Offering a buffet breakfast through to a set menu at dinner, Aune serves fresh produce reflecting the destinations we visit and our Norwegian heritage.
Takeaway
We offer a variety of meals for takeaway. Come and collect after placing an order from your room.
Premium Beverage Package
The premium package lets you choose from our extensive selection of wine, beers, cocktails, spirits and mixers or from our Explorer Bar menu, only with a few exceptions.
Wellness
Following a day of exciting exploration and adventure, we have many ways to unwind. Relax under the stars in one of our two hot tubs, or take in the scenery from within our sauna, offering a unique opportunity to recharge. Whilst for those who like to keep in shape for upcoming adventures, you are invited to take full advantage of our onboard gym.
Fitness Room
For those who like to keep in shape for upcoming adventures, you are invited to take full advantage of our onboard gym.
Sauna and Relaxation
Relax your body and mind, in the Sauna and gaze out of the floor-to-ceiling windows and the breathtaking landscapes passing by.
Soak in the views
If you want to enjoy the fresh sea air and rugged landscapes in a unique setting, relax in the hot tub on the outdoor deck for a truly Nordic experience.
Cabins
Polar Inside
Our cozy Polar Inside cabins are located on all decks. All cabins include bathrooms with a shower/toilet. Most cabins have separate beds, with one doubling as a sofa. Others are equipped with upper and lower berths. All cabins have individual specifications.
Inside cabin on the lower deck | up to 4 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to four people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I4
- Beds
- No window
Inside cabin on the Middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I2
- Beds
- No window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | up to 3 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J3
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins for two people on the middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: N2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle and upper decks | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins on the middle and upper decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: O2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the lower deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
Cabin code: L2
- Beds
- Porthole
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J2
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Wheelchair accessible cabin | for 3 travellers
This is a wheelchair accessible cabin. The bed, bathroom and door are adjusted to wheelchair and have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth.
(We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
Cabin code: YA3
- Mixed beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | Large
Most of these large, comfortable cabins with single beds on the middle or upper decks have sofa groups. They all have a private bathroom and TV. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: QJ
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: U2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: P2
- Beds
- Window
Owners suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites are situated on the upper decks. The suites have two rooms, a seating area and dining table, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom, minibar and private balcony. Travel the best way possible!
Cabin code: MX
- Double bed
- Window
Grand suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some of the suites also have bathtubs, and a private balcony or bay window.
Cabin code: MG
- Double bed
- Window
Suite on the upper deck
These elegant suites are on the upper deck with a seating area, bathroom, TV and minibar. Some have a private balcony.
Cabin code: M2
- Double bed
- Window
Mini Suite on the middle or upper deck
These comfortable suites on the middle or upper decks have double beds and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have a TV, internet access, a bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some cabins have portholes and limited view, while the cabins on deck 7 have a full view.
Cabin code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
Polar Outside
Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with a shower/toilet. They have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, or upper and lower berths. All cabins have individual specifications.
Inside cabin on the lower deck | up to 4 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to four people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I4
- Beds
- No window
Inside cabin on the Middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I2
- Beds
- No window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | up to 3 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J3
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins for two people on the middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: N2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle and upper decks | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins on the middle and upper decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: O2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the lower deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
Cabin code: L2
- Beds
- Porthole
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J2
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Wheelchair accessible cabin | for 3 travellers
This is a wheelchair accessible cabin. The bed, bathroom and door are adjusted to wheelchair and have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth.
(We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
Cabin code: YA3
- Mixed beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | Large
Most of these large, comfortable cabins with single beds on the middle or upper decks have sofa groups. They all have a private bathroom and TV. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: QJ
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: U2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: P2
- Beds
- Window
Owners suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites are situated on the upper decks. The suites have two rooms, a seating area and dining table, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom, minibar and private balcony. Travel the best way possible!
Cabin code: MX
- Double bed
- Window
Grand suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some of the suites also have bathtubs, and a private balcony or bay window.
Cabin code: MG
- Double bed
- Window
Suite on the upper deck
These elegant suites are on the upper deck with a seating area, bathroom, TV and minibar. Some have a private balcony.
Cabin code: M2
- Double bed
- Window
Mini Suite on the middle or upper deck
These comfortable suites on the middle or upper decks have double beds and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have a TV, internet access, a bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some cabins have portholes and limited view, while the cabins on deck 7 have a full view.
Cabin code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
Arctic Superior
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, they all have bathrooms with shower/toilet. They are also equipped with tea- and coffee-making facilities. Most of them have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa, and some have double beds. All cabins have individual specifications.
Inside cabin on the lower deck | up to 4 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to four people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I4
- Beds
- No window
Inside cabin on the Middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I2
- Beds
- No window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | up to 3 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J3
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins for two people on the middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: N2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle and upper decks | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins on the middle and upper decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: O2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the lower deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
Cabin code: L2
- Beds
- Porthole
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J2
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Wheelchair accessible cabin | for 3 travellers
This is a wheelchair accessible cabin. The bed, bathroom and door are adjusted to wheelchair and have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth.
(We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
Cabin code: YA3
- Mixed beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | Large
Most of these large, comfortable cabins with single beds on the middle or upper decks have sofa groups. They all have a private bathroom and TV. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: QJ
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: U2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: P2
- Beds
- Window
Owners suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites are situated on the upper decks. The suites have two rooms, a seating area and dining table, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom, minibar and private balcony. Travel the best way possible!
Cabin code: MX
- Double bed
- Window
Grand suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some of the suites also have bathtubs, and a private balcony or bay window.
Cabin code: MG
- Double bed
- Window
Suite on the upper deck
These elegant suites are on the upper deck with a seating area, bathroom, TV and minibar. Some have a private balcony.
Cabin code: M2
- Double bed
- Window
Mini Suite on the middle or upper deck
These comfortable suites on the middle or upper decks have double beds and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have a TV, internet access, a bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some cabins have portholes and limited view, while the cabins on deck 7 have a full view.
Cabin code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
Expedition Suite
Our Expeditions Suites are the most luxurious cabins. Situated on the ship’s upper deck, the suites feature seating areas with TV and bathrooms with shower/toilet, all with double beds. Some suites have more amenities than others. Located on decks 6, 7, and 8. An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.
Inside cabin on the lower deck | up to 4 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to four people on the lower deck have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I4
- Beds
- No window
Inside cabin on the Middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle or upper decks have separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. All cabins have private bathrooms.
Cabin code: I2
- Beds
- No window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | up to 3 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to three people on the upper or middle decks have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J3
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins for two people on the middle decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: N2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle and upper decks | for 2 travellers
These standard outside cabins on the middle and upper decks have separate beds and private bathrooms.
Cabin code: O2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the lower deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the lower deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have portholes, some with limited or no view.
Cabin code: L2
- Beds
- Porthole
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the upper deck have private bathrooms and separate beds, one of which converts into a sofa. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: J2
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Wheelchair accessible cabin | for 3 travellers
This is a wheelchair accessible cabin. The bed, bathroom and door are adjusted to wheelchair and have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa. The third bed is an upper berth.
(We have a limited number of wheelchair accessible cabins, so we ask that they are booked by guests who require these cabins. Please inform us in advance of your disability - you will find Hurtigruten contact information on the Booking Confirmation document.)
Cabin code: YA3
- Mixed beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | Large
Most of these large, comfortable cabins with single beds on the middle or upper decks have sofa groups. They all have a private bathroom and TV. The cabins have limited or no view.
Cabin code: QJ
- Beds
- Window - limited view
Outside cabin on the upper deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable outside cabins for up to two people on the top/upper decks have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: U2
- Beds
- Window
Outside cabin on the middle deck | for 2 travellers
These comfortable, outside cabins for up to two people on the middle deck have a private bathroom and separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa.
Cabin code: P2
- Beds
- Window
Owners suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites are situated on the upper decks. The suites have two rooms, a seating area and dining table, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom, minibar and private balcony. Travel the best way possible!
Cabin code: MX
- Double bed
- Window
Grand suite on the upper deck
These exclusive suites have a seating area, TV, kettle, tea/coffee, stereo, internet access, bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some of the suites also have bathtubs, and a private balcony or bay window.
Cabin code: MG
- Double bed
- Window
Suite on the upper deck
These elegant suites are on the upper deck with a seating area, bathroom, TV and minibar. Some have a private balcony.
Cabin code: M2
- Double bed
- Window
Mini Suite on the middle or upper deck
These comfortable suites on the middle or upper decks have double beds and most have sofa groups as well. The suites also have a TV, internet access, a bathroom and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable. Some cabins have portholes and limited view, while the cabins on deck 7 have a full view.
Cabin code: Q2
- Double bed
- Window
Decks
Explore our decks
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Specifications
MS Maud
- Year built - 2003
- Capacity - 570
- Ship yard - Fosen Mek. Verk., Norway
- Gross tonnage - 16 151 T
- Speed - 15 knots
- Length - 135,75 m
- Beam - 21,5 m
