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MS Nordstjernen

The ship was built for the Coastal Voyage fleet in 1956 and extensively modernised in 2000 for exclusive Arctic sailing.

About MS Nordstjernen

The ship was built for the Coastal Voyage fleet in 1956 and extensively modernised in 2000 for exclusive Arctic sailing. Today she takes explorers on adventures in the waters around Spitsbergen. Despite modernisation, she still retains the aura of an old Atlantic ship, restored to her former splendour with new brass, classic wooden interiors and all her original art. Out on deck you come extra close to the untouched nature of the Polar Arctic and with roofs over a lot of the deck space you can enjoy being outside, even in rough weather.

MS Nordstjernen is equipped with a dining room and bar, a café, a panorama lounge and a library. Inside you’ll find cosy interior and exterior cabins, the majority of which have upper and lower berths. All rooms and deck surfaces exhibit that old, beautiful wood.

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Ship Facts

Launch yearRefit yearLanguageGross tonnageLengthWidthCurrencySpeedCapacityCrew countDeck countCabin countWheelchair cabin countElectrical plugs
19562013no+en219181 meters13 metersNOK15 knots30040471false types:
EU 2 Pin 220v
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Accommodation

Polar Outside

Situated on the upper and middle decks, our Polar Outside cabins have ensuites with shower/WC. Most cabins have upper and lower beds, though some have a sofa that can be turned into a bed. Some cabins have more facilities than others.

Polar Inside

Situated on the middle and lower decks, our Polar Inside cabins offer a cosy atmosphere. Most of the cabins have separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa, and others offer upper and lower berths. Most share a bathroom and WC, which is found in the hallway. Some of the cabins have more facilities than others.

Polar Outside | Middle deck for 2 travellers

Relax in these comfortable outside cabins for up to two people. All cabins have upper and lower berths.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Sofa Bed
  • Pullman Bed
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Polar Outside | Upper deck for 2 travellers

Found on the upper decks, these standard outside cabins with separate beds are for up to two people.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Pullman Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Polar Outside | Upper Deck for 3 travellers

Enjoy these standard outside cabins for up to three people found on upper deck. There are three beds, one of which turns into a sofa.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Pullman Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sofa Bed

Polar Outside | Upper deck for 2 travellers

Relax in these comfortable outside cabins for up to two people. All cabins have upper and lower berths. These are cabins with limited or no view.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Sofa Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Safe

Polar Outside | Upper deck for 3 travellers

Situated on upper deck, these comfortable outside cabins have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa. These are cabins with limited or no view.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Sofa Bed
  • Pullman Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Safe

Polar Inside | Middle deck for up to 4 travellers

Relax in these standard inside cabins for up to four people with upper and lower berths. These cabins have wash basins inside.

Facilities

  • Pullman Bed x4
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Toiletries Provided

Polar Inside | Middle Deck for 2 travellers

Relax in these standard inside cabins with upper and lower berths, and wash basins inside.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Pullman Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Polar Inside | Middle Deck for 2 travellers

Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins for up to two people on the middle and upper deck. Cabins have separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Sofa Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Polar Inside | Middle Deck for 3 travellers

Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa. These cabins have their own bathroom.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Sofa Bed
  • Pullman Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Polar Inside | Lower deck for 2 travellers

Relax in these standard inside cabins on the lower deck with upper and lower berths. These cabins have wash basins inside.

Facilities

  • Twin
  • Pullman Bed
  • Toiletries Provided
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Entertainment

The emphasis on board is on relaxation and discovery, not on commercial entertainment, which is often a part of conventional cruises. There is no entertainment on board MS Nordstjernen.

Lounge

Here you find large panoramic windows, ample comfortable seats and even a pair of binoculars so you can view the wildlife and details of the ever changing∘ landscape.

Shop

On board MS Nordstjernen there is a very limited selection of clothing and expedition equipment for sale. 

Library

The ships have a selection of books on different topics that are available to guests while on board. 

Bar

Beverages and refreshments during the day may be purchased on board in the bar.

Dining

Restaurant

Your cruise includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The open seating for the breakfast and lunch buffet creates a relaxed atmosphere. Dinner varies between buffets, set meals, and barbeques. The type of dinner is announced in the daily programme. If you have special dietary requirements, such as vegetarian, diabetic, or gluten free, please inform your sales office/travel agent as early as possible, and contact the Restaurant Manager when on board. The chefs will do their best to meet your dietary requirements. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are sold in the restaurant during lunch and dinner.

Information about your table number and mealtimes will be in your cabin upon arrival. Please provide information regarding special requests for seating arrangements. On MS Nordstjernen there is only one sitting for all passengers. Your table in the restaurant will be assigned after embarkation.

Where possible, we plan our menus around seasonal ingredients, taking advantage of local produce to satisfy healthy appetites stimulated by the fresh sea air.

Enrichment

Enjoy a lecture on the ship's deck and learn something new.

Expedition Team

The Expedition Team is composed of an Expedition Leader, an Assistant Expedition Leader, and several knowledgeable and certified guides. Your Expedition Leader will regularly update you on the progress of the trip as well as the different points of interest and wildlife sightings that may occur.

On MS Nordstjernen, there is no Expedition Desk, it is not possible to book optional excursions on board and lectures are mainly given on shore.

Lectures

The ship has experienced guides, specializing in various subjects . They have in-depth knowledge of the areas we sail in. They will conduct, on a regular basis, talks about topics such as Biology, History, and Geology at the landings throughout the course of the trip. The lectures will mainly be given on shore. Do not hesitate to contact our Expedition Team for any questions or concerns you might have.

Deckplans

Deck 4

  • Sun Deck
  • Lounge
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor Explorer Deck

Deck 3

  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins
  • Hospital
  • Luggage
  • Reception

Deck 2

  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins
  • Shower

Deck 1

  • Inside Cabins

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