Signature highlights
The ship combines diesel-electric propulsion with battery packs and a Polar Class 6 hull. Its expedition program is supported by a Science Center, observation areas and small expedition boats.
MS Fridtjof Nansen
MS Fridtjof Nansen is a 490-guest HX Expeditions expedition ship, in service since 2020. This page lists 56 upcoming departures across 56 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Expedition travelers wanting frequent outdoor viewing areas
✓ Guests preferring all-outside cabins
✓ Travelers interested in science and lectures
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MS Fridtjof Nansen at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 52%
A small ship at 20,889 gross tons — #270 of 566 ships we track. 43 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Expedition travelers wanting frequent outdoor viewing areas
- Guests preferring all-outside cabins
- Travelers interested in science and lectures
- Suite guests seeking included fine dining
- Active passengers wanting gym and running facilities
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking a large casino or nightlife program
- Guests wanting many formal dining venues
- Passengers who require extensive children’s facilities
- Travelers preferring interior cabins
- Guests seeking a traditional formal-cruise atmosphere
Live Position ● 31 minutes ago
Heading to: DANCO ISLANDCurrently on: 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise (10 nights)
The live position is about 954 km from this itinerary’s ports, so the scheduled voyage above may be out of date. The map shows where the ship actually is.
15.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Fridtjof Nansen
MS Fridtjof Nansen is a purpose-built, battery-hybrid expedition ship designed for Arctic and Antarctic voyages. Its compact size, ice-strengthened hull and large outside-cabin inventory support access to polar destinations while retaining a comfortable onboard base. Guests have access to observation areas, a Science Center, expedition boats, multiple restaurants, lounges and wellness facilities. The ship is operated by HX Expeditions and is closely related in design to MS Roald Amundsen.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- HX Expeditions
- Builder / shipyard
- Kleven Yards, Norway; hull and superstructure by Montex Shipyard, Poland
- Registry / flag
- Norway (formerly Norway; port of registry Longyearbyen; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- LACN8
- IMO number
- 9813084
- MMSI
- 257088070
- Draft
- 5.5 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship offers spacious cabins with some sofa-bed or fold-down-bed configurations for families, but its core product is expedition cruising with science and destination-focused programming.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a fitness room, wellness center, sauna, spa-treatment area, aft infinity pool and hot tubs.
Accessibility
HX lists accessible cabin options, including accessible Arctic Superior accommodations. Guests with mobility or medical requirements should confirm suitability directly with HX before sailing.
Environmental features
MS Fridtjof Nansen uses battery-hybrid propulsion intended to reduce fuel consumption, emissions and engine noise, with the ability to operate on battery power for limited periods.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 11
Outdoor Gym Running Track Observation DeckDeck 10
Infinity Pool Hot Tubs Pool Bar Explorer Lounge & Bar SaunaDeck 9
Restaurant Lindstrøm Corner Suite Suite with balconyDeck 7
Gym Wellness Observation Deck Corner Suite Large Suite Corner Suite with large windows Outside cabin with balcony Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin with balcony Outside cabin with limited-view balconyDeck 6
Restaurant Aune Restaurant Fredheim Observation Deck Science Center Shop Library Reception Expedition Team Photo Lecture Halls ScienceDeck 4
Gangway Outside cabinDeck 3
Expedition Launch Medical CenterView the official MS Fridtjof Nansen deck plans from HX Expeditions →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra-Large Suite with private balconyCabin code MA; corner suite with private balcony, large windows and a sofa bed or separate seating area. | Suite | 495-517 sq ft | 4 | 8 |
| Extra-Large SuiteCabin code MB; large corner suite with windows, bathtub and an additional double pull-down bed; no balcony. | Suite | 474 sq ft | 4 | 5 |
| Corner SuiteCabin code MC; private balcony with hot tub. | Suite | 215-323 sq ft | 2 | 7, 8, 9 |
| Large SuiteCabin code MD; wheelchair-adapted corner suite with private balcony, bathtub and two double fold-down beds. | Suite | 377 sq ft | 4 | 7 |
Dining, bars & venues
11 included 2 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant Aune
Included
The main dining room serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Restaurant Fredheim
Included
An informal restaurant and social dining venue.
Restaurant Lindstrøm
Extra cost
A specialty fine-dining restaurant included for suite guests and available to other guests for an additional charge.
Bars & lounges
Pool Bar
Varies
A bar serving drinks beside the pool area.
Explorer Lounge & Bar
Varies
A lounge and bar with views from the upper public decks.
Where MS Fridtjof Nansen sails, month by month
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| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South America | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Canada & New England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Antarctica | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alaska | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $570 | $434 | $733 | $622 | $768 | $1,035 | $628 | $738 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $11,086 · $1,109/night
Ports of CallUshuaia, South Shetland, Northern Gerlache
Next: Nov 26, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $11,310 · $1,131/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 2, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $11,310 · $1,131/night
Ports of CallUshuaia, South Shetland, Northern Gerlache
Next: Oct 23, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $8,497 · $850/night
Ports of CallNext: Jan 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $9,977 · $998/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 12, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $10,046 · $1,005/night
Ports of CallNext: Aug 26, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $9,741 · $974/night
Ports of CallReykjavik, Prins Christian Sund, Qaqortoq (Julianehaab), Igaliku +5 more
Next: Jun 7, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $11,009 · $1,101/night
Ports of CallNext: Jun 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $10,396 · $945/night
Ports of CallNext: Jan 2, 2028
1 upcoming departure
All 56 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 26 Nov 2028
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 2 Nov 2028
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 23 Oct 2028
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 3 Jan 2028
- 10 Nights Antarctica Cruise 12 Nov 2027
- 10 Nights Greenland Cruise 26 Aug 2028
- 10 Nights Greenland Cruise 7 Jun 2028
- 10 Nights Greenland Cruise 14 Jun 2027
- 11 Nights Antarctica Cruise 2 Jan 2028
- 11 Nights Antarctica Cruise 25 Nov 2028
- 11 Nights Antarctica Cruise 1 Nov 2028
- 11 Nights Antarctica Cruise 22 Oct 2028
- 11 Nights Antarctica Cruise 11 Nov 2027
- 11 Nights Greenland Cruise 7 Jun 2028
- 11 Nights Greenland Cruise 25 Aug 2028
- 12 Nights Europe Cruise 25 Apr 2027
- 12 Nights Europe Cruise 30 Apr 2028
- 12 Nights Greenland Cruise 13 Jun 2027
- 12 Nights Greenland Cruise 2 Jun 2027
- 12 Nights Western Europe Cruise 7 May 2027
- 12 Nights Western Europe Cruise 12 May 2028
- 13 Nights Greenland Cruise 2 Jun 2027
- 13 Nights Western Europe Cruise 5 Sep 2028
- 14 Nights Antarctica Cruise 12 Nov 2028
- 14 Nights Antarctica Cruise 12 Feb 2028
- 14 Nights Antarctica Cruise 20 Dec 2027
- 14 Nights Antarctica Cruise 6 Dec 2027
- 14 Nights Antarctica Cruise 22 Nov 2027
- 14 Nights Greenland Cruise 14 Jul 2027
- 14 Nights Greenland Cruise 15 Jul 2028
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 21 Nov 2027
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 11 Feb 2028
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 5 Dec 2027
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 19 Dec 2027
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 11 Nov 2028
- 15 Nights Antarctica Cruise 28 Mar 2029
- 15 Nights Greenland Cruise 15 Jul 2028
- 15 Nights Greenland Cruise 14 Jul 2028
- 16 Nights Antarctica Cruise 27 Mar 2029
- 16 Nights Antarctica Cruise 26 Mar 2028
- 16 Nights Greenland Cruise 13 Jul 2027
- 17 Nights Alaska Cruise 2 Sep 2027
- 17 Nights Antarctica Cruise 26 Oct 2027
- 17 Nights Antarctica Cruise 20 Mar 2027
- 18 Nights Antarctica Cruise 19 Mar 2027
- 18 Nights N/A Cruise 5 Oct 2028
- 19 Nights N/A Cruise 11 Apr 2028
- 24 Nights Arctic Cruise 11 Aug 2027
- 25 Nights Arctic Cruise 10 Aug 2027
- 6 Nights N/A Cruise 29 Sep 2028
- 7 Nights Greenland Cruise 17 Jun 2028
- 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise 19 May 2027
- 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise 24 May 2028
- 8 Nights Europe Cruise 21 Sep 2028
- 8 Nights Greenland Cruise 17 Jun 2028
- 8 Nights Greenland Cruise 16 Jun 2028
All Upcoming Departures
MS Fridtjof Nansen FAQ
What flag does MS Fridtjof Nansen sail under?
MS Fridtjof Nansen is registered in Norway. Some older references still list Norway; port of registry Longyearbyen.
How many passengers does MS Fridtjof Nansen hold?
MS Fridtjof Nansen carries about 490 guests.
How old is MS Fridtjof Nansen?
MS Fridtjof Nansen entered service in 2020.
How big is MS Fridtjof Nansen?
At 20,889 gross tons and 140 m long, MS Fridtjof Nansen is a small ship — larger than 52% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on MS Fridtjof Nansen?
Dress is relaxed and informal throughout the ship, including dinner and the fine-dining restaurant.
Which dining is included?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Restaurant Aune and dining at Restaurant Fredheim are included. Restaurant Lindstrøm is included for suite guests; other guests can use it for an additional charge.
Are gratuities included?
HX includes gratuities and does not add a discretionary service charge. Tipping is optional, with contributions accepted at Reception or in the shared tipping box.
Is Wi-Fi available onboard?
Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship at no additional charge, but satellite coverage and speed can be limited in remote expedition areas and is intended mainly for browsing.
Does the ship have accessible cabins?
Yes. Wheelchair-accessible cabin categories include the Large Suite, Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin with balcony, and Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin. Guests needing assistance should review HX accessibility requirements before booking.
Are children allowed onboard?
Children are accepted on expedition voyages, subject to HX age rules and destination restrictions. Children under five are not permitted on Antarctica and South Georgia voyages.