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National Geographic Explorer

Cruising on the National Geographic Explorer is the ultimate expedition cruise ship, combining modern conveniences and comfort with adventure travel. A state-of-the-art vessel with an ice-class 1A hull, this ship will have absolutely no problems navigating polar passages. For effortless landing ashore, the Explorer carries 26 kayaks and inflatable rafts, as well as a fleet of 14 Zodiacs. Onboard you'll travel with undersea specialists, naturalists and National Geographic photographers, who are experts in their field and can give you wonderful insight on the region. Exploration technology, such as a microscope, hydrophone, underwater video camera and SplashCam, are used to further enhance your experience. Interior spaces are comfortable and include two restaurants, a lounge and bar, library, and observation lounge for presentations and workshops. A fitness center and luxury wellness spa contain a sauna, two treatment rooms and a relaxation area. Staterooms are spacious and warmly decorated with outside views. Amenities include porthole or picture window, deluxe bedding, internet connection, flat-screen TV, hairdryer and private bath with shower. A dozen staterooms are equipped with a balcony.

Ship Pictures


Ship Statistics
Year Built 1982
Refurbished 2009
Tonnage 6,100 tons
Registry Bahamas
Length 356 feet
Beam 54 feet
Passenger Capacity 148
Crew Size 70
# of Inside Cabins 0
# of Outside Cabins 81
# of Cabins w/ Verandas 13
# of Suites 6
Max. Room Occupancy 3
Age Restrictions
One person must be 18 or older
Dining Options Ask onboard
Tipping Expected? No
Tipping Guidelines Gratuities included.
Onboard Currency US Dollar
Services & Amenities
Bars/Lounges Yes
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Yes
Casino No
Chapel No
Disco/Dancing No
Elevators Yes
Hot Tub No
Cell Phone Service No
Internet Access Yes
Internet Center No
Wireless Internet Access Yes
Laundromats (self service) No
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Yes
Library Yes
Movie Theatre No
Outdoor Movie Screen No
Onboard Weddings No
Shops No
Showroom Yes
Spa Yes
Video Arcade No
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Basketball Court No
Fitness Center Yes
Golf Driving Net No
Golf Simulator No
Ice Skating Rink No
Jogging Track No
Mini-Golf Course No
Rock Climbing Wall No
Swimming Pool No
Tennis Court No
Water Slide No
Water Sports Platform No
Cabin Features & Amenities
24-Hour Room Service No
Hair Dryer Yes
Safe No
Telephone Yes
Television Yes
Kids Facilities
Babysitting No
Children's Playroom No
Kiddie Pool No
Supervised Youth Program No
Teen Center No
Water Playground/Splash Park No
Special Needs & Requests
Adjoining Cabins
     (private connecting doors)
No
Kosher Meals No
Single Occupancy Cabins Yes
Single Share Program No
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins No
Category 7, 6 (Suite)
#213 — Newly renovated in May 2023, each spacious suite has a private balcony, two single beds that can be converted into a queen, a sofa bed that can be converted into a triple, a writing desk, double closet, bookcase, armchairs, two large windows, TV, and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks.

#215, 219, 230 — Newly renovated in May 2023, each large suite has a private balcony, two single beds that can be converted into a queen, and a sofa bed that can be converted into a triple. There is a seating area with a writing desk, coffee table with sitting chair, and a small table. Suites feature a double closet, bookcase, two large windows, TV, and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks.

#101-102 — Newly renovated in May 2023, each spacious suite has two single beds that can be converted into a queen, a sofa bed that can be converted into a triple, a writing desk, double closet, bookcase, chairs, two large windows, TV, and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks.

Category 5 (Balcony)
#209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224 — Cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, one queen-sized bed, writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV. (Cabin 221 has two single beds that can convert to a queen.)

Category 4, 3, 2, 1 (Oceanview)
#301-308 — Cabins feature one or two portholes. Cabins #301, 302, and 307 have two twin beds. Cabins #304-306 feature one queen-sized bed. Cabin #308 features two twin beds that can be converted to a queen. All cabins feature a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower, and a TV.

#317-320, 335-336 — Cabins feature two single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and one large window. They offer a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower, and a TV.

#313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344-350 — Cabins feature two single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), one large window, two sitting chairs, a small table, ample storage, writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, TV, and well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower.

#341 & 343 — newly renovated in May 2023, each L-shaped suite also has a sofa bed that can be converted into a triple, double closet, and espresso maker, with generously sized bathrooms and twin sinks.

#201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 — Cabins feature two single beds than can convert into a queen (cabins 217, 226 & 228 have a queen bed only). They have a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV

#103-104, 107-108 — Cabins feature two single beds than can convert into a queen. They have a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV.

Category Solo A, Solo B (Solo Oceanview)
#309-311, 329-334 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV.

#203, 208 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV.

#105-106 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV.