Signature highlights
The ship combines Polar Category C and Ice Class 1B capability with an open bridge, a heated Water’s Edge observation area near sea level, and custom expedition Zodiacs for eligible voyages.
World Navigator
Live Position ● 12 hours ago
Heading to: BJORNOYACurrently on: 12 Nights Arctic Cruise (12 nights) — En route to Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice — last stop Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice
Oslo
→ Skagen
→ Maloy
→ Leknes (Lofoten Islands)
→ Finnsnes (Senja Island)
→ Skarsvag (North Cape)
→ Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice
→ Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice
→ Ny-Alesund (Svalbard) - Captain's Choice
→ Longyearbyen (Svalbard)
14.4 knots
Under Way Using Engine
Position data may be outdated.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About World Navigator
World Navigator is a Portuguese-flagged expedition cruise ship delivered in 2021 and operated by Atlas Ocean Voyages. Built at West Sea in Viana do Castelo for Mystic Cruises, she is designed for small-ship exploration with a Polar Category C and Ice Class 1B designation. Her relatively intimate scale pairs expedition capability with yacht-style public spaces, including an observation lounge, outdoor Water’s Edge lookout and pool deck. Accommodations range from ocean-view suites to larger butler-serviced suites, with most guest rooms on decks 5 and 6.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Atlas Ocean Voyages
- Builder / shipyard
- West Sea – Estaleiros Navais, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
- Registry / flag
- Madeira, Portugal
- Call sign
- CQAL5
- IMO number
- 9871531
- MMSI
- 255806207
- Draft
- 4.7 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
Dining venues include Porto, the principal restaurant; the weather-dependent 7AFT Grill; Paula’s Pantry café; and afternoon tea at The Dome. Room service is available around the clock.
Entertainment
The Dome serves as an observation lounge and evening venue, while the Dom Henrique Auditorium hosts destination presentations, lectures and demonstrations. The ship also has the Zephyr Lounge and an open bridge at the captain’s discretion.
Staterooms & suites
The ship has 100 suites and staterooms, including Adventure Ocean Suites, Horizon and Veranda suites, and larger Reserve suites. Reserve suites include butler service, separate living areas and expanded in-room dining.
For families
For Antarctica expeditions, Atlas accepts children aged eight and older when accompanied at all times. The ship is expedition-oriented rather than built around dedicated children’s facilities.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include the SeaSpa by L’OCCITANE with sauna, a fitness studio, outdoor running track, pool, whirlpool hot tub and sun deck.
Environmental features
World Navigator uses hybrid diesel-electric propulsion. Its expedition design also incorporates forward-looking sonar for navigating shallow water and ice-prone areas.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 15, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen (Svalbard), Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice, Greenland Sea Scenic Navigation, Jan Mayen Island - Captain's Choice +5 more
Next: Jul 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Reykjavik, Dynjandi, Iceland - Captain's Choice, Djupavik, Iceland - Captain's Choice, Malmey Island, Iceland - Captain's Choice +5 more
Next: Jun 30, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Reykjavik, Dynjandi, Iceland - Captain's Choice, Navigating the Denmark Strait, Sermilik Fjord Scenic Navigation +11 more
Next: Jul 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 11, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen (Svalbard), Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice, Greenland Sea Scenic Navigation, Jan Mayen Island - Captain's Choice +5 more
Next: Jun 17, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 27, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 17, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 17, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 20, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Kangerlussuaq, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Kangaamiut - Captain's Choice, Nuuk, Greenland +8 more
Next: Aug 31, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen (Svalbard), Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice, Greenland Sea Scenic Navigation, Jan Mayen Island - Captain's Choice +6 more
Next: Jul 8, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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Reykjavik, Dynjandi, Iceland - Captain's Choice, Djupavik, Iceland - Captain's Choice, Malmey Island, Iceland - Captain's Choice +6 more
Next: Jun 27, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 19, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 29, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Churchill, Canada, Hudson Bay Scenic Navigation, Coats Island (Hudson Bay), Canada - Captain's Choi, Digges Islands, Canada - Captain's Choice +12 more
Next: Aug 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Churchill, Canada, Hudson Bay Scenic Navigation, Coats Island (Hudson Bay), Canada - Captain's Choi, Digges Islands, Canada - Captain's Choice +13 more
Next: Aug 14, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Nuuk, Greenland, Evighed Fjord, Greenland - Captain's Choice, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Ilulissat (Disko Bay), Greenland - Captain's Choic +12 more
Next: Aug 29, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Nuuk, Greenland, Evighed Fjord, Greenland - Captain's Choice, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Ilulissat (Disko Bay), Greenland - Captain's Choic +12 more
Next: Aug 28, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Nuuk, Greenland, Evighed Fjord, Greenland - Captain's Choice, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Disko Bay Scenic Navigation +16 more
Next: Jul 30, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Nuuk, Greenland, Evighed Fjord, Greenland - Captain's Choice, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Disko Bay Scenic Navigation +15 more
Next: Jul 29, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Nuuk, Greenland, Evighed Fjord, Greenland - Captain's Choice, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Qeqertarsuaq- Captain's Choice +15 more
Next: Sep 13, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Kangerlussuaq, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Sisimiut, Eqi Glacier (Disko Bay) - Captain's Choice +14 more
Next: Sep 21, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Nuuk, Greenland, Evighed Fjord, Greenland - Captain's Choice, Crossing the Arctic Circle - Captain's Choice, Qeqertarsuaq- Captain's Choice +15 more
Next: Sep 12, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
King George Island, Exploring Antarctic Peninsula - Captain's Choice, Antarctic Sound - Captain's Choice
Next: Nov 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Tromso, North Cape Scenic Navigation, Bear Island, Norway - Captain's Choice, Exploring Svalbard - Captain's Choice +1 more
Next: Jun 10, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 14, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Ushuaia, Drake Passage Navigation, Exploring Antarctic Peninsula - Captain's Choice, King George Island
Next: Nov 19, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 28, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: May 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: May 23, 2027
1 upcoming departure