MS Spitsbergen is a 150-guest HX Expeditions expedition ship, in service since 2009. This page lists 11 upcoming departures across 11 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.
A small expedition-size ship at 7,344 gross tons — #305 of 520 ships we track. 49 tons of ship per guest.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
MS Spitsbergen is a compact, ice-strengthened expedition ship operated by HX Expeditions. Originally built as the ferry Atlântida, she was converted and comprehensively rebuilt before joining the Hurtigruten expedition fleet in 2016. Her small scale supports a relaxed onboard atmosphere and access to destinations that are unsuitable for larger cruise ships. The ship combines Scandinavian-inspired interiors with expedition facilities designed for wildlife viewing, lectures, shore landings and scientific engagement.
The ship features an onboard Expedition Team, panoramic Explorer Lounge, observation areas and a Science Center with lecture, library, workshop and citizen-science facilities. Its compact design is intended to support close access to remote polar destinations.
Dining includes a main restaurant and the Brygga Bistro, which provides casual snacks and lighter dishes between expedition activities.
Programming centers on daily lectures, multimedia presentations, destination interpretation and evening gatherings led by the Expedition Team rather than large-scale theatrical entertainment.
The ship offers 94 passenger cabins, including expedition suites and selected suites with balconies. Cabins use a modern Scandinavian design and range from interior rooms to accommodations with wide windows.
Wellness facilities include a sauna and a passenger gym.
HX has incorporated accessibility improvements into the ship's modernization, and the vessel includes elevators and accessible public areas; cabin-specific accessibility should be confirmed before booking.
The Science Center supports educational programming and citizen-science activity, while the expedition model emphasizes small-ship access and interpretation of sensitive polar environments.
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| From / night | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $900 | $939 | 0 | $916 | $692 |
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| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
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| May 29, 2027 | Jun 6, 2027 | 8 Nights Norway Cruise | 8 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Jun 22, 2027 | 10 Nights Norway Cruise | 10 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 21, 2027 | Jul 4, 2027 | 13 Nights Norway Cruise | 13 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Aug 23, 2027 | Sep 5, 2027 | 13 Nights Norway Cruise | 13 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Sep 13, 2027 | Sep 28, 2027 | 15 Nights Norway Cruise | 15 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 13, 2028 | Jun 23, 2028 | 10 Nights Norway Cruise | 10 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 20, 2028 | Jul 2, 2028 | 12 Nights Norway Cruise | 12 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jun 29, 2028 | Jul 14, 2028 | 15 Nights Norway Cruise | 15 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Jul 1, 2028 | Jul 14, 2028 | 13 Nights Norway Cruise | 13 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Sep 21, 2028 | Oct 8, 2028 | 17 Nights Norway Cruise | 17 | Northern Europe | Book → |
| Sep 23, 2028 | Oct 8, 2028 | 15 Nights Norway Cruise | 15 | Northern Europe | Book → |
MS Spitsbergen is registered in Bermuda. Some older references still list Norway.
MS Spitsbergen carries about 150 guests.
MS Spitsbergen entered service in 2009 and was last refurbished in 2016.
At 7,344 gross tons and 101 m long, MS Spitsbergen is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 41% of the 520 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
