Why we like the Hondius cruise ship

  • The vessel offers a 4* standard, with a distinctive cozy and informal atmosphere
  • Hondius offers accommodation for a total of 170 passengers
  • A speedy Zodiac embarkation is guaranteed with two separate gangways and a Zodiac embarkation indoor-platform which can also be used for special outdoor activities such as kayaking
  • While cruising, 72 crew and staff members (including expedition and hotel staff) will be at the passengers’ service
  • Hondius is equipped with 2 main engines and can reach a maximum speed of 15 knots

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Trips aboard Hondius

Kingdom of the Ice Bear

Let the midnight sun guide the way as you sail north to Phippsoya, just 540 miles from the geographical North Pole. En route you'll experience calving glaciers, teeming colonies of seabirds, walrus and whales, while keeping a sharp eye out…

  • 8 or 9 Days
  • $3,805
Svalbard In-Depth

Scouting Svalbard’s ice floes for wildlife by zodiac and on foot, cruising the magnificent 14th of July glacier and reaching the world’s most northerly settlement at Ny Ålesund are just some of this 10-day voyage’s many highlights. There's also the…

  • 10 Days
  • $5,128
East Greenland Explorer: Icebergs & Northern Lights

Sailing in September, explore the massive fjords of East Greenland and their legendary icebergs, spot musk oxen and visit ancient and modern Inuit settlements, while late summer provides a great chance of spotting the Northern Lights. A choice of three…

  • 8 Days
  • $4,356
Icebergs & Auroras: East Greenland & Svalbard

Beginning deep inside the High Arctic and finishing in subarctic Iceland, we like this voyage for its diversity, sense of journey and extended time exploring East Greenland. Zodiac cruising amongst towering icebergs, glimpsing the Northern Light and tracking musk oxen…

  • 14 Days
  • $6,672
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Alex says

Hondius delivers the full Arctic package at a great price point; she is newly built, comfortable and capable with her Polar Class 6 rating.

Alex Mudd Head of Swoop Antarctica

Technical Specifications

  • ​Passenger capacity: 170 passengers
  • Ice​ class rating: Polar Class 6 (equivalent 1A Super)
  • Size​: 108m long x 17.6m wide
  • Launching: Summer 2019
  • Other key features: Large Observation Lounge and Separate Lecture Room

Cabin Categories

The electrical supply aboard the ship is 220v, 60Hz. Electrical outlets are standard European with two thick round pins. You may need a 220v/110v converter.

Please note that the measurements are approximate averages and exact cabin size can vary.

Grand Suite with Private Balcony

  • Located on Deck 7
  • Approximately 27m² (290ft²)
  • 1 double window
  • 1 double bed
  • Sofa Bed
  • Private balcony with sliding door
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flat screen TV, telephone and WiFi
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Refrigerator, coffee & tea maker, hair dryer

Junior Suite

  • Located on Deck 7
  • Approximately 19-20m² (204-215ft²)
  • 1 double window
  • 1 double bed
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi 
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Refrigerator, coffee & tea maker
  • Hair dryer
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Junior Suite, Hondius

Superior

  • Located on Deck 7
  • Approximately 20-21m² (215-226ft²)
  • All Superior cabins have double beds
  • Two windows and lounge area with sofa and mini-fridge
  • All Superior cabins have a sofa bed and are capable of accommodating 3 people
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Refrigerator, coffee & tea maker
  • Hair dryer

Twin Deluxe

  • Located on Deck 6 and are slightly larger versions of the Twin Window cabin
  • Approximately 19-21m² (204-226ft²)
  • Two windows facing to the rear and side
  • 2 single beds
  • Sofa
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi 
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Refrigerator, coffee & tea maker
  • Hair dryer

Twin Window

  • Located on Deck 4
  • Approximately 12-14m² (129-150ft²)
  • 1 window - all port-side window cabins have unobstructed views. All starboard side window cabins have partially obstructed views.
  • 2 single beds
  • Small sofa
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi 
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Coffee & tea maker, hair dryer

Twin Porthole

  • Located on Deck 3
  • Approximately 12-18m² (129-193ft²)
  • Twin beds with porthole
  • Small sofa
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi 
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Coffee & tea maker, hair dryer

Triple Porthole

  • Located on Deck 3
  • Approximately 12-18m² (129-193ft²)
  • Bunk-beds and porthole
  • Both triples and quads are exactly the same size
  • 2 portholes
  • 1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
  • Small sofa
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi 
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Coffee & tea maker, hair dryer
  • This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin

Quadruple Porthole

  • Located on Deck 3
  • Approximately 16m² (170ft²)
  • Bunk-beds and porthole
  • Both triples and quads are exactly the same size
  • 2 portholes
  • 2 upper & lower berths
  • Small sofa
  • Private shower & toilet
  • Flatscreen TV, telephone and WiFi 
  • Desk & chair, safe
  • Coffee & tea maker, hair dryer
  • This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin

Communal Areas

Committed to luxury and elegance throughout, the cosy, modern observation lounge optimises sightings of the abundant wildlife that is home to this stunning environment. Engage with regional experts through interactive workshops, exhibitions and performances in the lecture room. If these only increase your appetite to discover more about the region between shore activities, delve into a polar book in the library.

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Observation lounge bar

Deck Plan

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What our customers think of Hondius - Arctic Ship

The help from the Swoop team to choose the Hondius trip was great as it was a completely unknown endeavour - they gave expert advice and helped steer us to the best option for us, and they succeeded. Read the full review

Travelled: June 2022

Helen Starkie Camejo - UK

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