National Geographic Explorer is the world’s ultimate expedition ship. Her design and equipment is the result of almost 200 years of collective expedition experience. Originally built for service along Norway’s coast as part of the famed Hurtigruten, or Coastal Express, her excellent maneuverability and just-right size made her a natural choice for addition to the fleet. Drawing on nearly 50 years of pioneering expedition history and expertise, the cruise completely redesigned and rebuilt her. Explorer is uniquely equipped with an ice-strengthened hull and advanced navigation equipment for polar expeditions; a roster of tools for exploration; and a well-appointed interior with vast expanses of glass for an unprecedented connection to the regions that explores. She provides a peerless expedition cruise trip.
Year Built
1982Year Refurbished
Year Entered Present Fleet
Country of Registry
Tonnage (GRT)
15000PAX (basis 2)
162Max Pax (inc. Uppers)
148Passenger Decks
6Number of Crew
40Officers' Nationality
Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality
Suites
6Balcony
0Oceanview
66Oceanview No Balcony
0Oceanview With Balcony
0Balconies
9Interior
0Accessible
20Total Number of Accommodations
1000Suite
Suite
Cat 6 Suite with Balcony #213 - These spacious cabins have private balconies, two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, chairs, and a TV. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks.
Balcony Cabin
Outside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Solo Cabin
Solo Outside Cabin
Bridge Deck
Wellness Deck
Veranda Deck
Upper Deck
Main Deck
Deck B