National Geographic Explorer: Ship Details and Overview
The National Geographic Explorer ship is a luxury Antarctica cruise vessel that offer a state of the art facilities to her passengers.
Purchased from Norway, the National Geographic Explorer set sail in the Polar regions in mid-2008 after a complete re-haul. The ship has an ice strengthened-hull and comes fully stabilized for on board comfort. With a 1A ice-class, the Explorer is the perfect ship to explore the cold environments around the Antarctic peninsula.
The National Geographic Explorer can carry up to 148-passengers and offers a modern and intimate setting. On board facilities include an undersea Specialist, Spa Therapist, Wellness Specialist and a Video Chronicler. Cabins are all well thought out and come with windows or portholes, TV and en suites.
Because of her small size, luxury facilities and knowledgeable staff, the National Geographic Explorer is one of the favorites among Antarctic travelers.
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National Geographic Explorer Ship Overview
Specifications
Facilities
Two Restaurant, Bar, Lounge, several Sun Decks, Observation lounge, Gym, Sauna, Library, Business Center with wifi access, Gift Shop, Mud room and lockers, Elevator, Laundry and Open Bridge
Equipment
Zodiacs, Remotely operated vehicle (R.O.V.) Kayaks, Snorkelling gear, Splash-Camera, Underwater video cameras, Video microscope
Cabin Options
Category 1
Category 2
Category 3
Category 4
Category 5
Category 6
Category 7
Category A & B – Solo
On-Board Facilities
Public Area Facilities
The National Geographic Explorer boasts a whole host of facilities that people have come to expect from luxury Antarctica vessels. Because of her small size, the facilities all have a very intimate and modern feel about them.
On board facilities include: Several restaurant, Bar/Lounge, Several good sized Sun Decks, Observation lounge with panoramic windows, Gift Shop, Mud room with lockers, Gym and Sauna, Polar Library, Business Center with Internet access, Elevator, Laundry room and an
Open Bridge for people to visit the captains area.
Cabin Facilities
All 81 cabins on board the National Geographic Explorer face outward with either windows or portholes. Each cabin comes with a large desk, excellent drawer space, reading lamps, private en suite facilities, temperature controls and flatscreen TV showing the ship’s position and programming.
Most cabins also offer a comfortable armchair for reading. Bathrooms are a good size and come with a large glass-walled shower. Each bathroom is stocked with naturally-inspired bath and shower products, hair dryers and comfortable white robes. Suites come with twin sinks. Double cabins all come with different layouts.
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Ship Photos
Activities Offered
| Activity | Details | Offered? |
|---|---|---|
| Camping |
$180 per person on average – camping info |
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| Kayaking |
$465 per person on average |
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| Skiing |
Adventure itineraries only |
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| Photography Workshop |
Selected itineraries only |
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| Shore-based walking |
Included in price |
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| Hiking and snowshoeing |
Included in price |
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| Polar Plunge and Zodiac Trip |
Included in price |
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| Helicopter Ride |
Price varies |
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| Scuba-diving |
Price varies |
FAQ
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