MS Expedition

Built for Adventure

• Fast – spend less time in transit and more time exploring
• Sturdy – excellent stability and performance in rough weather
• Safe – designed with safety in mind
• Control – owned and operated by Gap Adventures
• Responsible – environmental policies that meet and exceed industry regulations

With a maximum of 126 passengers, the M/S Expedition provides an intimate small ship cruising experience. Completely refurbished in 2009, she boasts spacious cabins, each featuring ocean-facing windows or portholes and private en-suite facilities. Large common areas and observation decks provide panoramic views of the distinctive landscapes of some of the most remote regions on earth. While many expedition cruise operators will promise you space, comfort or expertise—the M/S Expedition delivers it all and at a price that few can better.

The ship's crew is dedicated to ensuring every journey exceeds your expectations. From our captain who has successfully navigated over 100 ice cruises, to our expedition leader with over 30 years experience in polar expeditions, they are amongst the most experienced and skilled in their field.

Safety & Stability
Designed with your safety in mind the M/S Expedition is fully equipped to meet the demands of cruising in polar regions. Its forward-looking sonar reduces the risk of grounding on uncharted reefs and its design and construction complies with Finnish-Swedish ICE Class 1 standards. The ship is equipped with new and regularly serviced lifeboats and life-rafts. Its four partially enclosed lifeboats provide capacity for all passengers and crew while six life rafts boast a capacity of 150 persons. In addition the M/S Expedition has full cold weather immersion suits for all-designed to significantly increase the odds of survival in the event of immersion in freezing waters.
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Facilities and Amenities

• 360° Observation Deck
• Canada Goose Observation Deck
• Fleet of 14 zodiacs
• Complimentary Wellington Boots for duration of your cruise
• Complimentary destination guides for every passenger
• Large Mud Room
• Lonely Planet Library
• Discovery Lounge
• Fine dining – one sitting
• Polar Bear Pub
• Gift Shop
• Medical Clinic
• Sauna
• Computer Room
• Gym
• Public Telephone

Safety Features

With a focus on safety, comfort and the unique demands of polar travel, the crew of the M/S Expedition is committed to the ship's continued safe operation.

• Forward-looking sonar reduces the risk of its grounding on uncharted reefs or rocks.
• Designed to Ice Class 1B specifications for service in sea ice.
• Four totally covered liferafts provide capacity for all passengers and crew, while six liferafts boast a capacity of 150 persons.
• Full immersion cold weather survival suits for all passengers and crew

Technical Specifications

• Built: Helsingr Skibsvaerft, Denmark, 1972 (2009)
• Ice Class: Swedish/Finnish 1B
• Length: 105m (345 ft)
• Breadth: 18.6m (61 ft)
• Max Draft: 4.7m (15 ft)
• Gross Tonnage: 6334 GRT
• Cruising Speed: 14.5 knots
• Stabilizers: Fins, Type Brown/AEG
• Passenger Capacity: 124 (maximum)
• Crew: 53

Rooms on the M/S Expedition

View Deck Plan here (pdf)

Following a $13 million refit in 2009 the M/S Expedition boasts spacious cabins, each featuring ocean-view windows or portholes and private en-suite facilities. Its top-of-the-line cabins provide a variety of affordable twins and triples, higher end twin cabins and luxurious suites.

Large common areas and observation decks provide superior views. 360 sightlines from the ship's upper decks offer sweeping panoramas, whilst the raised Canada Goose Observation deck provides a great vantage point from which to spot the unique wildlife. And, unlike many other ships, the M/S Expedition also offers breathtaking views from its interior-its passengers can relax in the warmth and comfort of the dining room or lounge without being cut off from the remarkable environment.

Public areas include the Polar Bear Pub, the Discovery Lounge/Albatross Bar, a barbecue deck, an observation deck with 360 degree view, a fitness center/sauna, and a fine dining room serving international cuisine which is large enough to accommodate all passengers at one sitting.

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Expedition Cabin 404

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