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SH Diana

56 upcoming departures  ·  29 itineraries

SH Diana is a 192-guest Swan Hellenic expedition ship, in service since 2023. This page lists 56 upcoming departures across 29 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 substantial onboard observation space ✓ Adults who prefer a small ship with mostly balcony accommodation ✓ Guests combining cultural lectures with wildlife-focused excursions
Class Polar Class PC6 expedition ship
Built 2023
Gross Tonnage 12,255
Guests 192
Crew 141
Length 124.9 m
Beam 24.3 m
Decks 9
Cabins 96
Max speed 15.5 kn
Flag Liberia
Guests per crew 1.4
Space ratio 64

SH Diana at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 48%

A small ship at 12,255 gross tons — #291 of 565 ships we track. 64 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Expedition travelers wanting substantial onboard observation space
  • Adults who prefer a small ship with mostly balcony accommodation
  • Guests combining cultural lectures with wildlife-focused excursions
  • Travelers seeking a pool, spa, gym and panoramic sauna
  • Passengers comfortable with relaxed, casual expedition cruising

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking extensive children's facilities or youth programming
  • Travelers wanting multiple specialty restaurants and large-scale entertainment
  • Guests needing fully accessible access to every outdoor area
  • Passengers who prefer formal evening dress and traditional cruise production shows

Live Position ● 1 hour ago

Heading to: Walvis Bay
0.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About SH Diana

SH Diana is Swan Hellenic’s largest expedition ship, combining a Polar Class PC6 hull with refined boutique-cruise interiors. Built for cultural and wildlife-focused exploration, the 192-guest vessel offers expansive views, dedicated expedition facilities, and a notably high staff-to-guest ratio.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Swan Hellenic
Builder / shipyard
Helsinki Shipyard Oy, Finland
Registry / flag
Liberia (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
5LNG6
IMO number
9921740
MMSI
636093228
Draft
5.5 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features a heated infinity pool, extensive outdoor decks, an Observation Lounge, dedicated expedition facilities, and a Polar Class PC6 ice-strengthened hull. Its larger size within the Swan Hellenic fleet provides additional public space while retaining an intimate expedition-ship atmosphere.

For families

The ship is primarily designed for adult-oriented cultural and expedition travel, with enrichment, expedition activities, and shared observation spaces as central features.

Pools, spa & wellness

Facilities include a panoramic sauna, open-deck jacuzzi, heated infinity pool, gym, spa, beauty salon, and massage services.

Accessibility

The operator provides detailed deck plans and identifies wheelchair-accessible staterooms. Passengers should confirm specific mobility, medical, and boarding requirements with Swan Hellenic before booking.

Environmental features

SH Diana uses hybrid diesel-electric propulsion and is built to Polar Class PC6 standards. Its expedition design supports operations in environmentally sensitive polar regions, where responsible wildlife and environmental practices are emphasized.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 8

Gym Sauna Jacuzzi Spa Beauty Salon

Cabins & suites

Oceanview 21% Balcony 69% Suite 10%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeBalconySleepsDecks
OceanviewOperator codes D4 and M4; six D4 and fourteen M4 staterooms. Oceanview 20 215 sq ft — 3 4
BalconyOperator codes D5, M5 and D6; twelve D5, twenty-five M5 and twenty-nine D6 staterooms. Accessible Balcony Stateroom 635. Balcony 66 269 sq ft 54 sq ft 3 5, 6
Junior SuiteFour Junior Suites, with sizes varying between 32 and 36 square metres. Suite 4 344-388 sq ft 65 sq ft 2 5, 6
SuiteFour Suites with private balconies ranging from 5 to 10 square metres. Suite 4 441 sq ft 54-108 sq ft 4 5, 6

Dining, bars & venues

11 included 2 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Swan Restaurant Varies
Deck 4
The main dining room serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; premium wines and Chef's Table dining cost extra.
Pool Bar & Grill Varies
Deck 7
Aft outdoor venue serving food from the grill and beverages beside the pool.

Bars & lounges

Club Lounge Varies
Deck 7
Lounge serving afternoon tea, casual food and beverages, including a 24-hour self-service station.
Observation Lounge Varies
Deck 7
Forward panoramic lounge with seating, presentations, live music and bar service.

Where SH Diana sails, month by month

Oct
26
Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
Antarctica 1 3 3 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
Northern Europe 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 2 1 0
Africa & Middle East 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 2
Mediterranean 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule.

Ports it visits most

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Dec 9, 2026
7 upcoming departures
9 Nights

Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia

Ports of Call
Next: Nov 12, 2026
10 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Atlantic Crossroads: cruise from Senegal to Ghana

Ports of Call
Next: Sep 22, 2027
2 upcoming departures
5 Nights

Coastal Treasures of the Basque Country and Bordeaux

Ports of Call
Next: May 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

Cruise from Morocco to Senegal

Ports of Call
Next: Sep 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

Cruise the North: Iceland, Faroe Islands and British Isles

Ports of Call
Next: Aug 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
9 Nights

Cruise the North: Iceland, Faroe Islands and British Isles

Ports of Call
Next: Aug 16, 2028
1 upcoming departure
13 Nights

Cruise to the Antarctic Circle

Ports of Call
Next: Feb 24, 2027
2 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Cruise West Africa: Cultures & Wild Coasts

Ports of Call
Next: Apr 28, 2028
1 upcoming departure
All 29 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 23, 2026Nov 12, 2026South Atlantic Cruise: from South Africa to Antarctica20AntarcticaBook →
Nov 12, 2026Nov 21, 2026Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia9AntarcticaBook →
Nov 21, 2026Nov 30, 2026Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia9AntarcticaBook →
Nov 30, 2026Dec 9, 2026Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia9AntarcticaBook →
Dec 9, 2026Dec 19, 2026Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise10AntarcticaBook →
Dec 19, 2026Dec 29, 2026Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise10AntarcticaBook →
Dec 29, 2026Jan 8, 2027Antarctic Peninsula Odyssey cruise10AntarcticaBook →
Jan 8, 2027Jan 17, 2027Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia9AntarcticaBook →
Jan 17, 2027Jan 28, 2027Expedition to Antarctica: Weddell Sea cruise11AntarcticaBook →
Jan 28, 2027Feb 6, 2027Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia9AntarcticaBook →
Feb 15, 2027Feb 24, 2027Antarctic Wonders: roundtrip cruise from Ushuaia9AntarcticaBook →
Feb 24, 2027Mar 9, 2027Cruise to the Antarctic Circle13AntarcticaBook →
Mar 9, 2027Mar 29, 2027South Atlantic cruise: from Antarctica to South Africa20AntarcticaBook →
Mar 29, 2027Apr 9, 2027Cruising in Namibia: the Skeleton Coast11Africa & Middle EastBook →
Apr 9, 2027Apr 22, 2027Cultures & Traditions of Central Africa: A Journey from Luanda to Accra13Africa & Middle EastBook →
Apr 22, 2027May 5, 2027Cruise West Africa: Cultures and Wild Coasts13Africa & Middle EastBook →
May 5, 2027May 14, 2027West Africa Coast & Atlantic Islands Cruise9Africa & Middle EastBook →
May 25, 2027May 30, 2027Coastal Treasures of the Basque Country and Bordeaux5Northern EuropeBook →
Jun 8, 2027Jun 16, 2027Norwegian Fjords cruise: a Wonder to be Discovered8Northern EuropeBook →
Jun 16, 2027Jun 26, 2027Discover Svalbard and the Norwegian Arctic: cruise from Tromsø to Longyearbyen10Northern EuropeBook →
Jun 26, 2027Jul 6, 2027Ultimate Svalbard Cruise10Northern EuropeBook →
Jul 6, 2027Jul 16, 2027Ultimate Svalbard Cruise10Northern EuropeBook →
Jul 23, 2027Aug 2, 2027Ultimate Svalbard Cruise10Northern EuropeBook →
Aug 15, 2027Aug 25, 2027Cruise the North: Iceland, Faroe Islands and British Isles10Northern EuropeBook →

Showing the next 24 of 56 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

SH Diana FAQ

What flag does SH Diana sail under?

SH Diana is registered in Liberia.

How many passengers does SH Diana hold?

SH Diana carries about 192 guests with roughly 141 crew.

How old is SH Diana?

SH Diana entered service in 2023.

How big is SH Diana?

At 12,255 gross tons and 125 m long, SH Diana is a small ship — larger than 48% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

Is there a formal dress code on SH Diana?

No. Swan Hellenic describes the dress code as relaxed and recommends practical, comfortable clothing suited to the destination and daily activities.

What dining is included on SH Diana?

All meals onboard are included, along with 24-hour room service. The Swan Restaurant is the main dining venue, while the Club Lounge provides casual food and afternoon tea; Chef's Table dining and premium wines cost extra.

Are gratuities and Wi-Fi included?

On standard all-inclusive expedition fares, onboard gratuities and entry-level Wi-Fi are included. Upgraded Wi-Fi packages may carry an additional charge.

Is SH Diana accessible for wheelchair users?

The ship has one accessible Oceanview Stateroom and one accessible Balcony Stateroom. Two elevators serve the passenger decks, but the Stargazing Deck, Aft Marina and Swan's Nest are more difficult to access, and Zodiac transfers may not be suitable for every wheelchair user.

Are children allowed on SH Diana?

The minimum age is generally six. Antarctic, Arctic and other remote expedition cruises are considered unsuitable for children under eight, except for limited exceptions requiring permission from the captain and management.