MS Spitsbergen
Our new ship, MS Spitsbergen will take you on a voyage beyond the ordinary.
MS Spitsbergen is named after the crown jewel of Arctic Norway – the Svalbard archipelago and its biggest island, Spitsbergen. Hurtigruten has a long history of travelling to Spitsbergen, beginning in 1896 with the `Sports Route´. 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 Hurtigruten fleet in 2016. The ship features high technical standards as well as comfortable, modern public areas and cabins. The vessel's fresh Scandinavian design reflects a colour palette derived from the sea. She is modern and environmentally progressive, and we plan further improvements that will reduce emissions and fuel consumption even more. The new ship’s maneuverability and optimal size make her quite suitable for exploring polar waters.
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1/9 Illustration: The lounge on board MS Spitsbergen. Photo: Tillberg Design Photo -
2/9 Illustration: The bistro on board MS Spitsbergen. Photo: Tillberg Design Photo
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3/9 Photo: Photo: Genna Roland/ Hurtigruten Photo
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4/9 Relax in the sauna. Photo: Tor Farstad / Hurtigruten Photo
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5/9 Torget Main Dining Photo: Tor Farstad / Hurtigruten Photo
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6/9 Norway's Coastal Kitchen Photo: Madis Särglepp / Hurtigruten Photo
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7/9 Photo: Agurtxane Concellon / Hurtigruten Photo
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8/9 Photo: Agurtxane Concellon / Hurtigruten Photo
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9/9 On board activities. Photo: Genna Roland / Hurtigruten Photo
Expedition team on board
MS Spitsbergen has its own on-board Expedition Team and serves as a university at sea. Interesting lectures inside the ship as well as out on the sun deck make this an exciting and educational journey. Topics depend on the season and the waters we sail in. The Expedition Team host a lecture programme and evening gatherings daily. Out on deck you can participate in live points of interest to learn more about the nature, culture and other phenomena we encounter along the coast. In addition, the Expedition Team will introduce you to the uniquely Norwegian notion of `friluftsliv´ (outdoor life), and encourage you take part in `friluftsliv´ hikes and activities during the journey.
Our dedicated Expedition Teams have one mission: to enhance your experience by engaging you and interpreting the nature, wildlife, and culture you encounter during the voyage. Read more about our Expedition Teams here.
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1/7 MS Spitsbergen in the Liefde-fjord, Svalbard. Photo: Stefan Dall / Hurtigruten Photo -
2/7 MS Spitsbergen at Monacobreen, Svalbard. Photo: Genna Roland / Hurtigruten Photo
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3/7 Hike in Samarinvaagen, Svalbard. Photo: Lise Dreistel / Hurtigruten Photo
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4/7 Guests on deck. Photo: Lise Dreistel / Hurtigruten Photo
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5/7 The Expedition Team is getting ready. Photo: Stefan Dall / Hurtigruten Photo
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6/7 MS Spitsbergen sailing under the northern lights between Stokmarknes and Sortland. Photo: Hege Abrahamsen / Hurtigruten Photo
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7/7 MS Spitsbergen in the drift ice near Siorapaluk, Greenland. Photo: Karsten Bidstrup / Hurtigruten Photo
Ship facilities
- Expedition Team
- 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
- Outside bar for events, decks 7 & 8
MS Spitsbergen does not have capacity for car parking.
- Practical information for expedition cruises with MS Spitsbergen
- Travelling with MS Spitsbergen along the Norwegian Coast? Find Practical information here.
Contact
- Tel: +47 97 49 10 00
- Email: [email protected]
Please note that the below deck plan is for cruises along the Norwegian coast only. View the deck plan for expedition cruises with MS Spitsbergen.
Decks and cabins
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Expedition Suite
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.Cabin grade: MXThese 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.Cabin grade: MG -
Arctic Superior
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.Cabin grade: QJOutside Arctic Superior cabin with double bed, TV and kettle. Window view is party obstructed.Cabin grade: P2D -
Polar Inside
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. All the cabins have individual specifications.
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Polar Outside
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. All the cabins have individual specifications.
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.Cabin grade: A2These 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.Cabin grade: AJThese 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.Cabin grade: J3
