Signature highlights
Designed for polar voyages, MS Fram offers expedition landings by small boats, forward-facing observation areas, an Explorer Lounge & Bar, and a Science Centre for lectures, specimens, and destination-focused learning.
MS Fram
MS Fram is a 200-guest HX Expeditions expedition ship, in service since 2007. This page lists 24 upcoming departures across 24 itineraries in Northern Europe, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
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MS Fram at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 46%
A small ship at 11,647 gross tons — #276 of 520 ships we track. 58 tons of ship per guest.
Live Position ● 55 minutes ago
Heading to: Buenos Aires
11.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Fram
MS Fram is a compact Norwegian-flagged expedition ship purpose-built for polar exploration. Operated by HX Expeditions, she combines an ice-strengthened hull with a relaxed Nordic interior, allowing guests to experience Arctic and Antarctic scenery from a highly maneuverable platform. The ship carries up to 200 guests and emphasizes wildlife viewing, shore landings, lectures, and science-led discovery rather than large-ship entertainment. A 2025 refurbishment refreshed selected cabins, suites, dining areas, crew spaces, and the onboard Science Centre.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- HX Expeditions
- Builder / shipyard
- Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy
- Registry / flag
- Norway (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- LADA7
- IMO number
- 9370018
- MMSI
- 258932000
- Draft
- 5.1 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
Aune is the main dining room, while Lindstrøm provides Scandinavian-inspired à la carte cuisine; suite guests receive complimentary Lindstrøm dining. An outdoor barbecue is also available.
Entertainment
The ship focuses on enrichment rather than theatrical production, with expedition lectures, science programming, panoramic observation spaces, local Arctic artwork, and the Explorer Lounge & Bar.
Staterooms & suites
The 128 cabins include Polar Inside and Outside cabins, Arctic Superior cabins, Expedition Suites, and Grand Suites. Selected suites have larger living areas and private balconies.
For families
MS Fram is primarily designed for adult-oriented expedition travel and does not offer the extensive children's facilities found on mainstream family cruise ships.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a panoramic fitness room, two outdoor hot tubs, and a top-deck sauna with views over the surrounding scenery.
Accessibility
Accessible outside cabins are available, including designated SD cabins with wheelchair-friendly features; availability should be confirmed before booking.
Environmental features
The ship supports lower-impact expedition practices through small-boat landings, science and education programming, and operational upgrades intended to improve efficiency during polar voyages.
Where MS Fram sails, month by month
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| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| South America | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $766 | 0 | 0 | $733 | $631 | 0 | $998 | $1,156 | $909 | $704 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $12,273
· $1,227/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Ny-Alesund, Krossfjorden, Nordvesthjornet Med Raudfjorden +5 more
Next: Jul 17, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $13,155
· $1,316/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Nordvesthjornet Med Raudfjorden +5 more
Next: Jun 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $11,162
· $1,116/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Hornsund, Bamsebu, Calypsobyen +5 more
Next: May 27, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $14,660
· $1,222/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Nordvesthjornet Med Raudfjorden +5 more
Next: Jun 22, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $9,156
· $704/night
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 21, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $16,508
· $1,270/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Gravnesodden +12 more
Next: Jul 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $15,025
· $1,156/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Gravnesodden +11 more
Next: Jun 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $16,824
· $1,294/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Gravnesodden +13 more
Next: Jul 24, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $16,420
· $1,263/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Gravnesodden +14 more
Next: Jun 12, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $11,389
· $876/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Sj000, Jan Mayen, Scoresbysund +3 more
Next: Aug 5, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $12,729
· $909/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jul 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $11,544
· $825/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Ny-Alesund, Sj000, Scoresbysund +2 more
Next: Aug 30, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $18,157
· $1,210/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Gravnesodden +13 more
Next: Jul 22, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $17,753
· $1,184/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Krossfjorden, Ny-Alesund, Gravnesodden +14 more
Next: Jun 10, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $12,722
· $848/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Sj000, Jan Mayen, Scoresbysund +3 more
Next: Aug 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $10,731
· $631/night
Ports of Call
Punta Arenas, Bleaker Island, Rightwhale Bay, Salisbury Plain +10 more
Next: Mar 12, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $26,642
· $1,269/night
Ports of Call
Port Stanley, Carcass Island, Saunders Island, Pebble Island +12 more
Next: Nov 17, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $16,860
· $766/night
Ports of Call
Punta Arenas, New Island, West Point Island, Saunders Island +14 more
Next: Nov 6, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $16,120
· $733/night
Ports of Call
Punta Arenas, West Point Island, New Island, Saunders Island +14 more
Next: Feb 19, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $27,699
· $1,259/night
Ports of Call
Punta Arenas, New Island, West Point Island, Carcass Island +14 more
Next: Dec 7, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $17,732
· $771/night
Ports of Call
Punta Arenas, South Shetland, Gerlache Strait, Antarctica Sound +5 more
Next: Mar 18, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $24,028
· $1,045/night
Ports of Call
Punta Arenas, South Shetland, Gerlache Strait, Antarctica Sound +5 more
Next: Mar 22, 2029
1 upcoming departure
From $9,526
· $353/night
Ports of Call
Lisboa, Las Palmas, Palmeira, Salvador +6 more
Next: Oct 23, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $7,981
· $998/night
Ports of Call
Longyearbyen, Hornsund, Bamsebu, Calypsobyen +5 more
Next: May 17, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All Upcoming Departures
MS Fram FAQ
What flag does MS Fram sail under?
MS Fram is registered in Norway.
How many passengers does MS Fram hold?
MS Fram carries about 200 guests.
How old is MS Fram?
MS Fram entered service in 2007 and was last refurbished in 2025.
How big is MS Fram?
At 11,647 gross tons and 114 m long, MS Fram is a small ship — larger than 46% of the 520 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.