Why we like the National Geographic Explorer cruise ship
- A state-of-the-art custom built expeditionary ship carrying 148 passengers with advanced navigation and safety equipment, there are few ships to rival her
- The combination of a high ice class rating and an active stabilizing system makes her one of the most safe and comfortable polar ships
- The calibre of expeditionary staff on board this ship is legendary
- Wide choice of comfortable cabins, including dedicated single and family cabins
- The only Arctic ship to offer a complimentary bar, loan of photographic gear, plus staff tips are included in the voyage price
- Optional complimentary kayaking for everyone on board, which all other ships charge as extra
Trips aboard National Geographic Explorer
An epic High Arctic adventure into regions largely unknown. From the towering icebergs of Greenland’s Ilulissat Icefjord to the gates of Canada’s historic Northwest Passage, encountering The Arctic’s rich wildlife on a daily basis, this trip’s list of highlights will…
- 24 Days
- $25,190
Using Iceland as your entry and exit points, this 15 day High Arctic adventure offers the best of both West Greenland and Canada’s Baffin Island. High points will be the epic scale of West Greenland’s ice, chanced encounters with The…
- 15 Days
- $16,890
Offering a full circumnavigation of Iceland at the height of summer, this voyage is unprecedented. Situated astride the mid Atlantic ridge and on the rim of the Arctic Circle, this voyage explores Iceland’s dominant themes: geology, wildlife and culture -…
- 11 Days
- $9,130
Photos of National Geographic Explorer
Technical Specifications
- Passenger capacity: 148 passengers
- Ice class rating: DNV Ice-1A
- Size: 112m long x 16.5m wide
- Refurbished: 2008
- Other key feature: Observation Lounge/Lecture Room/Lounge/Library
Cabin Categories
Some of these cabins feature a private balcony with chairs, and a large sliding glass door that provides easy access and exceptional views.
Captain's Suite
- Located on the Veranda (#101-102) and Upper Deck (#213)
- Cabin category 6 - cabin #213 features a balcony (large sliding door window)
- Spacious cabins. #101-102 can be converted into triples
- Two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen
- Writing desk, chairs and some offer a lounge
- Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks.
- All cabins feature climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programming.
Balcony Suite
- Located on the Upper Deck
- 2 cabin categories: Cat5 (medium size) and Cat7 (more spacious)
- Spacious cabins (Cat 7 can be converted into triples)
- Large sliding door window connecting to a balcony
- They have two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen
- Writing desk, chairs and some offer a lounge
- Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks
- All cabins feature climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programming.
Premier Twin
- Cat 4 Window Cabins are located on the Veranda and Upper Deck
- Cabins 201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 feature two lower single beds and at least one large window.
- Cabin 217, 226 & 228 feature one queen-size bed.
- All cabins feature climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programming.
- Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall
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Deluxe Twin
- Cat 3 with Window are located on the Main Deck
- Two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed)
- One large window
- Two sitting chairs and a small table and ample storage
- Writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming
- Cabins included in this category are #313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 350
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Superior Twin
- Cat 2 Twin Window cabins (#317-20 and #335-336) are located on the Main Deck
- Two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed)
- One large window
- They offer a writing desk, reading lamps
- Bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall
- TV showing the ship's position
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Standard Twin
- Cat 1 Twins (#301-308) are located on the Main Deck
- One or two porthole windows
- Most cabins feature two lower single beds, although cabins 303-306 feature one queen-sized bed
- All offer a writing desk, reading lamps
- Bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position
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Single
- Single cabins are found on all 3 Decks - Main, Upper and Veranda Decks
- Only slightly smaller than double occupancy cabins
- Large window or two portholes
- Writing desk, reading lamp
- Bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall
- TV showing the ship's position
The cabins come in different configurations depending on the deck they are situated. Please enquire for more details.
Deck Plan
Onboard Communications & Facilities
If you wish to stay in touch in the Arctic, you can choose from the options below:
- Satellite phone: available at an additional cost
- Internet: Ethernet, Wi-Fi and internet cards are available for an additional cost.
Please note that this is only for light data traffic and that the above services are subject to extra charges.
Other facilities include:
- Plugs: European 220V two-round-pinned sockets & North American 120V two-flat-pinned sockets
- Towels, toiletries and hair dryers
- Laundry service (additional cost)
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