MS Otto Sverdrup

About the Ship

Year built 2002
Shipyard Kleven Yards (Norway)
Passenger capacity 530
Gross tonnage 15,960
Length 138.5 m
Beam 21.5 m
Speed 15 knots

MS Otto Sverdrup (formerly MS Finnmarken) is named after a great Norwegian polar explorer who was a contemporary of famous Nansen and record-breaking Amundsen. Sverdrup also served as a Hurtigruten captain, and was captain of MS Lofoten, the first Hurtigruten ship to sail from Norway to Svalbard.

Norway’s stunning scenery is reflected in the ship's interior design. With its 2020 renovation, natural Scandinavian materials like granite, oak, birch, and wool were used to create a relaxed and stylish atmosphere that adds to the premium onboard experience.

Photo: Kristian Dale and Espen Mills

This ship also offers a chance to indulge yourself in our wellness area, complete with gym, treatment rooms, and sauna. Guests can also enjoy the heated outdoor pool and hot tubs on deck 7. To take in the magnificent scenery, outdoor observation decks are located across two middle decks and the uppermost deck.

MS Otto Sverdrup is a hybrid-powered ship with large battery packs that enable greater fuel efficiency and lower NOx and CO2 emissions. It is also equipped for shore power connectivity, which completely eliminates emissions when docked in ports where shore power is available. As is the case with the rest of our fleet, single-use plastics are banned on board.

Restaurants on board MS Otto Sverdrup

Your tastebuds are in for a treat during your voyage of the Norwegian coast between North Cape and Hamburg. Mouthwatering meals inspired by regional flavours and crafted from locally sourced ingredients await you.

Lindstrøm

A speciality fine-dining restaurant named after Adolf Lindstrøm, the favourite chef of the great 19th century Norwegian polar heroes.

Fredheim

This bistro doubles as an informal and social meeting place – named after a well-known 1900s hunting station in the Svalbard archipelago high up in Arctic Norway.

Aune

The ship’s main restaurant, which serves a mixture of overflowing buffets and balanced set menus, is named after the historic Norwegian ship chandler Tinus Aune.

Photo: Espen Mills and Kristian Dale

Onboard facilities

Outdoor pool and hot tubs
Panoramic sauna and fitness room
Wellness center
Science Center and lecture room
Daily themed lectures, photography guidance, and workshops hosted by the Coastal Experience Team

Three restaurants – Lindstrøm, Fredheim, and Aune
Explorer Lounge & Bar
Shop stocked with essentials, and souvenirs
Wi-Fi throughout the ship

Ship contact information

Contact details: By phone: +47 52870700
By e-mail: [email protected]

Cabins

Expedition Suite

Our Expedition Suites are the most luxurious cabins on the ship. Situated on the upper decks, they feature large windows, a seating area with a TV, a bathroom with a shower, and a queen bed, unless otherwise specified. Each Expedition Suite has its own unique specifications, but generally include a safe, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker, and minibar. The first minibar setup is included for each item, and after that each replenishment is chargeable.
- Grand suite
  
  One or two-room suites on deck 8 that sleeps up to two people. Suite with private balcony. Ship’s cabins with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements with double bed that can be divided into two single beds, sofa bed, TV, safe, minibar, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable.
  
  Cabin code: MG
  - 25 - 29 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Queen bed
  - Balcony
- Suite
  
  One room suites on deck 6 that sleeps up to two people. Suite with private balcony. Ship’s cabins with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements with double bed that can be divided into two single beds, sofa bed, TV, safe, minibar, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable.
  
  Cabin code: M2
  - 19 - 22 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Queen bed
  - Balcony
- Suite
  
  One room suites on deck 6 that sleeps up to four people. Suite with private balcony. Ship’s cabins with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements with double bed that can be divided into two single beds, sofa bed, TV, safe, minibar, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable.
  
  Cabin code: M4
  - 19 - 22 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Queen bed
  - Balcony
- Mini suite
  
  One-room suites on deck 5 that sleeps up to two people. Ship’s cabins with large windows, flexible sleeping arrangements with double bed that can be divided into two single beds, sofa bed, TV, safe, minibar, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, kettle, tea and coffee, espresso maker. The first minibar setup is included for each item, each replenishment is chargeable.
  
  Cabin code: Q2
  - 16 - 19 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Queen bed
Arctic Superior

Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of the Arctic Superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, all feature a bathroom with a shower. Most have a queen bed, while some have separate beds. Each Arctic Superior cabin has its own unique specifications, though generally they include a TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, and hair dryer.
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on decks 5 and 6 that sleeps up to two people, with limited/no view and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: QJ
  - 16 - 17 m2
  - Window with limited view
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on deck 5 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or a flexible sleeping arrangement and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: P2
  - 10 - 11 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on decks 6 and 7 that sleeps up to two people, with double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: U2
  - 10 - 12 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
Polar Outside

Our Polar Outside cabins are mostly situated on the middle or lower decks. All have a bathroom with a shower, and a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds. Each Polar Outside cabin has its own unique specifications, but generally come with a TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, and hair dryer..
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on decks 5 and 6 that sleeps up to two people, with limited/no view, and double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: J2
  - 10 - 11 m2
  - Window with limited view
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on decks 2 and 3 that sleeps up to two people, with portholes, double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer. Some have limited or no view.
  
  Cabin code: L2
  - 8 - 13 m2
  - Porthole
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on deck 3 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: N2
  - 12 - 13 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
- Outside cabin
  
  Cabins on decks 3 and 5 that sleeps up to two people, with double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer.
  
  Cabin code: O2
  - 10 - 12 m2
  - Window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds
Polar Inside

Our Polar Inside cabins are on decks 3, 5, and 6 and include a bathroom with a shower. These cabins have either a queen bed or separate beds. Some have upper and lower beds.
- Inside cabin
  
  Cabins on decks 3, 5 and 6 that sleeps up to two people, with a double bed or flexible sleeping arrangements and TV, kettle, tea and coffee, slippers, hair dryer. Some cabins have upper/lower bed.
  
  Cabin code: I2
  - 8 - 12 m2
  - No window
  - Bathroom
  - TV
  - Mixed beds