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Fridtjof Nansen

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Ship overview:

Prices per person

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Prices based on two people sharing
Ship Capacity

500 passengers

Year built

Constructed in 2018

Optional activities

Camping, citizen science and paddling 

Expedition staff to guest ratio

1:20

Last Inspected
  • Rebecca, Antarctica Sales Specialist
    August 2024

    Rebecca, Antarctica Sales Specialist

Why we like the Fridtjof Nansen

  • The competitively priced ship's expansive interior comfortably welcomes up to 500 passengers across a range of spacious outside cabins, half of which have private balconies 
  • A one-of-a-kind science center features a range of microscopes, large screens for showcasing gathered samples and even some skeletal replicas of polar wildlife
  • Fun art workshops allow you to produce clay, ink and paint creations inspired by your Antarctic travels 
  • Enjoy wellness facilities such as an outdoor walking track, window-lined saunas, outdoor hot tubs and a plunge pool – all with mesmerising polar views
  • Three onboard restaurants mean there’s always a meal to please your palate 
  • This quiet, hybrid-powered ship is plastic-free, reducing its impact on the environment 

Voyages aboard Fridtjof Nansen

Special Offers:Swoop has access to the widest range of offers and can help you find the right trip, cabin, & price.

Antarctic Peninsula Redefined

Experience Antarctica from a hybrid diesel-electric ship with reduced fuel consumption, lower CO2 emissions and quieter sailing. Off-ship exploration, including optional kayaking and camping, is complemented by educational lectures, citizen science workshops, and crafts sessions. Relax in outdoor jacuzzis while…

  • 12 Days
  • $13,851
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Lizzie says

This was my first experience of travelling on a hybrid power expedition ship and I was blown away by the silent sailing moments, especially when whale watching out on the expansive decks. It was magical!

Lizzie Williams Polar Product & Partnerships Manager

Fridtjof Nansen Deck Plan

Onboard Communications & Facilities

The electrical supply on the ship is 220V, 50Hz. Outlets are typical European two-pin plugs. Suites have 110V shavers. You might need a 220V/110V converter.

The ship has a Starlink WIFI connection. Internet access is included as part of your voyage fare. Please note that connectivity speed and access in Antarctica is variable and high data usage is often not possible. 

You can view the ship’s daily programme using its app (accessed via an intranet connection). Please download this before your voyage as it will include key information about your group’s daily disembarkation times for off-ship excursions, along with schedules for onboard activities. 

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With over 100 years of Antarctic experience between us, we can help guide you to exactly the right trip for you.

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