Why we like the Roald Amundsen cruise ship

  • Purpose built expedition ship designed to carry 530 guests in comfort with facilities to match and an ability to provide excursions for all 
  • Go anywhere capability with icebreaker strength 
  • Carefully designed to immerse guests in the destination with science centres, lecture theatres and a host of expert guides 
  • A huge range of cabins gives a choice to everyone
  • Three restaurants, a sauna and spa makes an expedition feel like a holiday too  
  • A two level indoor/outdoor observation deck means you will miss nothing
  • A hybrid-powered ship with zero single use plastic onboard – every effort is made to make trips as green as possible

Trips aboard the Roald Amundsen

The Complete Northwest Passage

Only in 1956 did a ship complete an east to west transit of the Northwest Passage. The smoking cliffs of Cape Bathurst mark your entrance to an icy realm of wild beauty, staggering wildlife, culture and history. Explore the Passage…

  • 29 Days
  • $19,647

Cabin Categories

Expedition XL Suite w/ Balcony

  • Extra Large Corner Suite (46-48m²) with balcony
  • Upper and mid-deck locations
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements with comfortable sofa, sitting area, TV and expansive window
  • Includes bathrobes, espresso maker, minibar and welcome gift
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Expedition XL Suite

  • Extra Large Corner Suite (44m²)
  • Upper and mid-deck locations
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements with comfortable sofa, sitting area, TV and expansive window
  • Includes bathrobes, espresso maker, minibar and welcome gift
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Expedition Suite w/ Balcony

  • Suites with private balcony, sizes between 20-28m²
  • Upper and mid-deck locations
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV and large window
  • Includes bathrobes, espresso maker and minibar
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Expedition Corner Suite w/ Balcony

  • Aft Corner Suite with private balcony and hot tub, sizes between 20-30m²
  • Upper and mid-deck locations
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV and large window
  • Includes bathrobes, espresso maker and minibar
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Expedition Large Suite w/ Balcony

  • Large suite with private balcony, sizes between 20-28m²
  • Upper and mid-deck locations
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV and large window
  • Includes bathrobes, espresso maker and minibar
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Expedition Corner Suite

  • Corner suite with large windows, 22m²
  • Upper and mid-deck locations
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV and large window
  • Includes bathrobes, espresso maker and minibar
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Arctic Cabin w/ Balcony

  • High deck cabins with private balcony, sizes between 15-19m²
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Arctic Cabin

  • Spacious cabins without balcony, sizes between 15-19m²
  • Lower/middle decks
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Larger Polar Cabin

  • Spacious cabins without balcony, sizes between 19-23m²
  • Middle decks
  • Features flexible sleeping arrangements, some with sofabed, all with TV
  • Accommodates up to four passengers

Smaller Polar Cabin

  • 17m² cabins without balcony
  • Middle decks
  • Double bed and TV
Roald Amundsen

Smaller Polar Cabin

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Cassia says

There are few ships with the capabilities to match this. A go anywhere ability is combined with incredible facilities onboard and very real efforts to minimise the carbon impact.

Cassia Jackson Polar Specialist

Communal Areas

Of the stunning design throughout one of the most impressive features is the two-level indoor/outdoor observation deck, where you'll be sure to collect many memories watching wildlife, admiring the views, and enjoying good company.

The science centre is another highlight, equipped with state of the art technology and gadgets provided to ensure the deepest understanding for the areas you're visiting. There are lecture spaces, a library, and speciality areas for workshops in photography, biology and more. When you can pull yourself away from the discoveries to be made on deck and in the science centre, relax in the explorer lounge, the gym and wellness centre, a hot tub, or the infinity pool.

Roald Amundsen

Science Center

Technical Specifications

  • ​Passenger capacity: 530 passengers
  • Ice​ class rating: 1A
  • Size​: 140m long x 23m wide
  • Draft: 5
  • Built in: 2018
  • Other key features: Three restaurants inspired by Nordic and Norwegian heritage

Onboard Communications

The electrical supply aboard the ship is 220v, 50Hz. Electrical outlets are standard European two pin plugs. Suites have 110v shavers. You may need a 220v/110v converter.

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